Santa Barbara Zoo
Our Mission
The Santa Barbara Zoo is dedicated to the preservation, conservation, and enhancement of the natural world and its living treasures through education, research, and recreation.
Zoo Facts and History
Hours of Operation
10 a.m.- 5 p.m. every day except: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas
Ticket Prices
$14 adults, $10 kids (2-12)/seniors (60+), children under 2 free
Parking
$6 per vehicle. Free for Zoo members and reserved groups.
Family Membership Price
$90/year
Established
The Santa Barbara Zoo celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2003, and was founded in 1963 by a dedicated group of community volunteers.
Animals
The Santa Barbara Zoo is home to 160 species of mammals, reptiles, birds and insects. More than 400 animals are exhibited in open, naturalistic habitats.
Plants
Thirty acres of lush botanic gardens feature formal gardens and lawns, native plants and trees, cacti and succulents, ornamentals, exotic species and less formal plantings arranged throughout the park to recreate natural habitats.
Education Programs
The heart of the Zoo's mission is education. Private grade-appropriate lessons relating the California State science standards are offered to school field trips. Multi-disciplinary, hands-on, and engaging are offered, ranging from the popular summer Zoo Camp to monthly programs for kids and adults.
Private Events
The Zoo is available for rental for events such as weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, and picnics.
Contact Information
Santa Barbara Zoo
500 Niños Drive
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Tel: (805) 962-5339
Info line: (805) 962-6310
Fax: (805) 962-1673