New Orleans: Audubon Zoo or Combo Ticket

French Quarter, New Orleans



Visit the world-class Audubon Zoo in New Orleans to see rare and endangered animals in award-winning exhibits. Upgrade and save by combining your zoo visit with the aquarium and insectarium access.

Audubon Zoo in New Orleans offers an engaging wildlife experience with more than 1,700 animals across 50 acres, suitable for families and animal lovers.

Highlights

  • Observe endangered whooping cranes, Amur leopards, and Sumatran orangutans
  • Explore over 350 species throughout the Audubon Zoo
  • Attend daily animal care demonstrations
  • Visit the Louisiana Swamp, Jaguar Jungle, and Monkey Hill exhibits
  • Optional access to Audubon Aquarium and Audubon Insectarium

Description

Enter Audubon Zoo with a pre-booked ticket and explore innovative natural habitats featuring over 1,700 animals. Upgrade your ticket to include the Audubon Aquarium and/or Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium.

See the African lion habitat with close views of three females and one male, plus the outdoor Sumatran orangutan habitat showcasing orangutan babies born at the zoo. Discover Monkey Hill with its five-level treehouse structure.

Experience Jaguar Jungle, a Central American-themed exhibit with an archaeological dig, spider monkeys, ocelots, a jaguar, and the “Criaturas de la Noche” bat house.

Visit the Louisiana Swamp Exhibit, the only urban swamp in the world, home to black bears, bobcats, foxes, and the white alligator. Watoto Farm allows interaction with domestic animals like sheep and goats and highlights sustainable farming practices.

Includes

  • Audubon Zoo skip-the-line ticket
  • Audubon Aquarium skip-the-line ticket (if selected)
  • Audubon Butterfly Garden & Insectarium skip-the-line ticket (if selected)

Excludes

  • Food and drinks
  • Entry to additional attractions not included in the ticket

Important Information

  • Children under 2 enter free
  • Opening hours for all Audubon attractions are 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with last entry 30 minutes before closing
  • Single-entry tickets are valid only on the scheduled date
  • Combination tickets can be redeemed first at any included attraction
  • Audubon Zoo and Aquarium combo tickets allow up to 3 days to visit additional included attractions
  • Three-attraction combo tickets allow up to 5 days to visit all included attractions

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, book tickets in advance to skip lines. Visit during weekday mornings for quieter crowds and bring comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Audubon Zoo houses over 1,700 animals, including endangered whooping cranes, Amur leopards, and Sumatran orangutans.
Yes, combined tickets include optional access to the Audubon Aquarium and Audubon Insectarium in New Orleans.
Yes, the zoo offers daily animal care demonstrations throughout the park.
Audubon Zoo is located in New Orleans, spanning over 50 acres for wildlife exploration.
The zoo covers more than 50 acres and features over 350 species in natural habitats.
Pre-booking is recommended to ensure entry; check the official website for current ticket policies.
Visit during regular operating hours, which can be confirmed on the Audubon Zoo's website.
Yes, combo tickets provide full access to all exhibits including Jaguar Jungle, Monkey Hill, and Louisiana Swamp.
Audubon Zoo is accessible via New Orleans public transit; check local routes for the most convenient options.
Audubon Zoo offers family-friendly exhibits and interactive animal care demonstrations ideal for all ages.

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