We went to the Memphis Zoo on 10/24/26 and it was awful, a lot of the animal exhibits were closed off. Most of the aquarium tanks were either dirty or empty. We paid $87.85 for 2 adult and 1 child admission and the food prices are absolutely insane. Absolutely will not be going back.

I had heard good things about the zoo in Memphis but was not prepared for how incredible it was. I thoroughly enjoyed it (despite it being 90+* and 90+% humidity even in the morning!). Surprisingly even in the heat most of the animals were out and on view (granted in some cases you had to search but they were there). Most of the habitats were quite nice (grizzly bear's was seriously impressive) and, for the most part, were suited for the animal. The employees I met were about as friendly and out-going as they could be. One noticed my confusion about an exhibit entrance and stopped to lead me to the proper door; another was cleaning the fish tanks and gave a running commentary on the fish population on display as she cleaned; and yet another had just finished cleaning an exhibit and stopped to talk about not just the animals in the exhibit where she had been working but led me around the building talking about the other animals as well. A few glitches: I understand paying for zoo admittance but also for parking? That seems a bit much. There is no map available (at least that I could find) and more signage would definitely be appreciated (on more than one occasion I found myself back-tracking). A sign said there would be a discussion about the red pandas on exhibit at 11.00am. I waited until 11.15 and decided there would be no discussion so left (no excuse there). Why sell tickets at one kiosk and then have folks walk the few feet to the entrance to scan same ticket for entrance? It seems redundant and a waste of time/effort/staff--especially on a Monday when the place is not particularly busy (and administration knew it was not particularly busy as many concessions were closed). Confusing pricing as depends on the day/time.

The Memphis zoo is a great attraction! There are a lot of different animals to see and you can easily spend a whole afternoon walking around. There are lots of talks from zoo staff that are interesting and worth attending. You’re allowed to bring in food and drinks, which I recommend because the food options aren’t great. Wear comfortable shoes because it can be a lot of walking.

This zoo is amazing! Lots of fun things to do and you can even pet some of the animals. Mini cows and donkeys. Food was good and several shops. They are adding areas but it doesn’t stop the experience. They do need to clean their fish tanks. But, it doesn’t take away from enjoying the zoo

Really, really, good zoo. Animal areas are clean. Staff is friendly. Much many more animals walkin’ around. Elvis sighted. ThankYouVeryMuch.