about the zoo

Explore the Kansas City Zoo and find yourself in the wild, natural habitats of exotic animals from around the world. Escape the frantic pace of everyday life and take an adventure to faraway places. Spanning more than 200 acres, the Zoo can provide a full day's journey or an afternoon getaway for your family. You never know what you will encounter, so load up your camera, grab your binoculars and get ready for your safari.

The Zoo primarily features outdoor exhibits. When the weather is below 40 degrees Farenheit, many of the warm-weather animals will not be available for viewing. You can expect to see the California sea lions and domestic animals in the International Festival area of the Zoo in just about any weather. And the Sprint IMAX Theatre features a wide variety of giant-sized films that are sure to take the frost off your toes.