Everything to know about the Toronto Zoo in 2023

How much is Toronto zoo's admission ticket in November 2023?

The Toronto zoo implements a dynamic pricing system. The admission ticket varies depending on the date and whether you purchase the tickets online or at the gate.

At the Toronto zoo's gate, each adult ticket typically costs between 39 and 42 dollars.

If purchasing the ticket on Toronto zoo's official website,

• The Toronto zoo ticket for an adult (age 13 - 64) costs between 22 and 24 dollars on weekdays, between 25 and 29 dollars on weekends.
• The Toronto zoo ticket for a senior (age 65+) is priced around 20 dollars.
• The Toronto zoo ticket for a child (age 3-12) is priced around 17 dollars.
• The admission is free for child age 2 and under.

What are Toronto zoo's hours operation in November 2023

In November and December 2023, the Toronto zoo is open everyday from 9:30am to 4:30pm, with last admission at 3:30pm.

Where can I park when I visit Toronto zoo?

When it comes to parking, the Toronto Zoo offers a dedicated and spacious parking lot, ensuring a hassle-free experience for visitors. The daily parking rate is set at an affordable $15.

For added convenience, you have the option to purchase your parking ticket through the Toronto Zoo's official website or directly at the gate. However, if you've chosen the online route for your admission tickets, we highly recommend opting for online parking ticket purchase as well. This way, you can easily print your parking ticket and display it on your car's dashboard. By doing so, you can skip the additional trip between the park gate and the parking lot, streamlining your visit and saving valuable time.

When is Toronto zoo's 2023 holiday marketplace?

The Toronto zoo is hosting the 2023 holiday marketplace on the weekend of November 18 and November 19, 2023.

Forty vendors will participate this event. Visitors will be able to purchase gifts, food and drinks.

The holiday marketplace will be held within the Discovery Zone of the park. There is no extra costs for zoo visitors to explore the holiday marketplace.

How to go to the Toronto zoo by bus or by TTC?

There a few options:

1. 86A Toronto Bus Route
• Operates to the Zoo from Kennedy Station every day during the summer.
• Service hours: Approximately 6 am to 8 pm.
• After Labour Day, 86A Toronto buses operate to the Zoo from Monday to Friday only.

2. 85 Sheppard East Bus Route
• Operates to the Zoo from Don Mills Station and Rouge Hill GO Station on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
• Two options: 85A "Via Toronto Zoo" and 85B "To Toronto Zoo" buses provide direct service to the Zoo from about 7 am to 8 pm.
• Other 85 Sheppard East buses stop at the Sheppard Avenue/Meadowvale Road intersection, where you can transfer to 86A Toronto buses for a short ride to the Zoo.

3. 200 Toronto Zoo Bus Route (Seasonal)
• Seasonal service.
• Direct route to the Zoo from Rouge Hill GO Station.
• Currently not available.

Accessibility:

• All TTC bus routes serving the Zoo, Don Mills Station, Kennedy Station, and Rouge Hill GO Station are wheelchair and mobility device accessible for the convenience of all customers.

Does Toronto zoo have pandas in 2023?

In 2023, the Toronto zoo does not have any giant pandas. However, the Toronto zoo has cute red pandas on exhibition. The wild red pandas typically live in Nepal, India, Bhutan, northern Myanmar, and south central China.

How many animals are there inside the Toronto zoo?

Nestled adjacent to Canada's breathtaking Rouge National Urban Park, the Toronto Zoo stands proudly as the largest of its kind in Canada. Spanning over 700 sprawling acres of lush landscape, this remarkable zoological wonderland is a sanctuary to an impressive array of wildlife. With over 5,000 animals, each representing one of 500 unique species, the Toronto Zoo offers an unforgettable and immersive experience for visitors of all ages.

How much does the Toronto zoo membership cost in 2023?

• An adult membership costs 88.5 dollars per year.
• A dual membership for two adults costs 159.3 dollars per year.
• A family membership good for one adult with up to 4 children costs 159.30 dollars and a dual family membership for two adults with up to 4 children costs 199.12 dollars.

These memberships do not cover the parking costs.

• An annual parking pass costs 50 dollars per year.

Does Toronto zoo membership have a better value comparing to the regular admission fees?

It depends how often you visit the Toronto zoo. If you visit the zoo more than 4 times per year, a membership will save you money.

Where can I purchase discounted Toronto zoo tickets?

According to the official Toronto zoo website, Toronto zoo does not have any affiliated relationship with third-party vendors. For this reason, a visitor should only purchase the Toronto zoo tickets from the official website or at the gate of the Toronto zoo.

Should I purchase the ticket online or should I purchase tickets at the gate?

From our experience and our calculations, purchasing tickets on the Toronto zoo website will cost less than purchasing tickets at the gate of the Toronto zoo.

Is it possible to purchase discounted Toronto zoo tickets?

With PRESTO card, the Toronto zoo offers 20% discount at the gate. However, in most cases, the online ticket price will still be cheaper than the discounted ticket at the gate.

The Toronto zoo will occasionally host events which may enable visitors to purchase tickets at a cheaper rate. For instance, on the remembrance day (November 11, 2023), general public who want to attend the remembrance day ceremony may use coupon code 'rd2023' to purchase tickets with a 50% discount online.

Other than the coupon provided by the official Toronto zoo website, we have not found any working coupons from third party websites.

How to get free Toronto zoo tickets?

Unlocking free admission to the Toronto Zoo is easier than one might think, thanks to the Toronto Public Library's innovative Museum + Arts Pass (MAP) program. This initiative extends beyond the Toronto Zoo, offering complimentary admission tickets to a diverse array of the city's top attractions:

• Toronto Zoo
• Art Gallery of Ontario
• Textile Museum of Canada
• Aga Khan Museum
• Bata Shoe Museum
• Royal Ontario Museum
• Black Creek Pioneer Village
• Gardiner Museum
• Ontario Science Centre
• Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada
• Toronto Railway Museum

Participating in the MAP program is easy. The first step is to acquire a free library card through one of the Toronto Public Library's branches. The Toronto public library card is available to individuals who either work, live, study, or own property within the city of Toronto.

Since June 14, 2023, the Toronto library card holder may reserve MAP program tickets through the online portal at: Museum + Arts Pass (MAP)