Plan Your Field Trip
The Dallas Zoo welcomes school groups throughout the year for WILD field trips at a discounted rate of $6 per guest.
Field trips are a great way to spark and maintain a child’s interest in animals, nature, the environment, science, and more!
Groups must preregister at least two weeks in advance of their scheduled date to qualify for the discounted rate.
Who is eligible?
- Public or private schools
- Preschools
- State licensed day cares
- Home school groups
- Scouts
- Church groups
- Shelters
- City of Dallas recreation centers
- YMCA / YWCA
- Boys & Girls Clubs
- Organized college classes (where a teacher is bringing the students for a class project)
Admission Cost
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$6 per student
- $6 per adult (Teachers and Parents). Parents must pay at the gate on arrival.
Parking Cost
- Free for school buses
- $10 per additional vehicles
- Note: Parking is limited on high-capacity field trip days. Parents and chaperones not riding the bus are highly encouraged to carpool or take the DART Red Line straight to our front entrance.
Add-Ons
Enhance your student’s wild learning adventure during your field trip with our special add-on programming.
Map Out Your Visit
- Download a map of the Zoo so you don’t miss a thing during your visit.
- P.S. We recommend saving a screenshot to your device!
- Check out our Field Trip FAQ’s!
- Chaperone Guide
Still have questions?
The Education Office is open Monday-Friday during regular Zoo hours. Contact us at Education@DallasZoo.com or 469.554.7300.
The Dallas Zoo reserves the right to change pricing and policies without notice.
