Explore 160+ acres and over 1,415 species of plants, animals, and habitats at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium!
ABOUT
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium has been a staple in the Omaha community for over a century. From one of the best desert exhibits in the country to an astonishing aquarium, a remarkable safari park adventure and so many more things to explore, the whole family is sure to make memories to last a lifetime. Keep reading for information on how to make your visit unforgettable!
THE DESSERT DOME
As the world’s largest indoor desert, we all know and love the Desert Dome exhibit at the Omaha Zoo. Located under the world’s largest glazed geodesic dome, the Desert Dome has become a landmark for the city of Omaha. It features plant and animal life from three deserts around the world: the Namib Desert of southern Africa, the Red Center of Australia and the Sonoran Desert of the southwest United States. The Desert Dome contains 84,000 square feet across two levels and one of the most popular exhibits at the zoo!
EXHIBITS
Consistently ranked as one of the world’s top five rated zoos, Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium offers over 160 acres and 1,415 species of plants, animals and unique habitats from around the world located right here in Omaha, Nebraska. They also support the efforts of numerous field conservation projects and research projects that help ensure a future for endangered and critically endangered flora and fauna around the world as well as our own Nebraskan species’. Here are some exhibits that you should definitely explore during your visit!
Hubbard Orangutan Forest
Owen Sea Lion Shores
Scott African Grasslands
Bay Family Children’s Adventure Trails
Dick and Mary Holland Meadowlark Theater
Desert Dome
Mahoney Kingdoms of the Night
Lied Jungle
Suzanne and Walter Scott Aquarium
Berniece Grewcock Butterfly and Insect Pavilion
Hubbard Expedition Madagascar
Hubbard Gorilla Valley
Other Exhibits
ADMISSION
Summer Zoo Admission: May 1st – September 30th
Adults (ages 12 and over): $31.95
Children (ages 3-11): $24.95
Seniors (65 and over): $28.75
Children (2 and under): FREE
Military Adult (12 and over): $28.75
Military Child (ages 3-11): $22.50
Spring and Fall Zoo Admission: March 1st – April 30th, October 1st – November 30th
Adults (ages 12 and over): $26.95
Children (ages 3-11): $19.95
Seniors (65 and over): $24.95
Children (2 and under): FREE
Military Adult (12 and over): $24.25
Military Child (ages 3-11): $17.95
Winter Zoo Admission: December 1st – February 29th
Adults (ages 12 and over): $19.95
Children (ages 3-11): $13.95
Seniors (65 and over): $17.95
Children (2 and under): FREE
Military Adult (12 and over): $17.95
Military Child (ages 3-11): $12.50
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LATE NIGHTS AT THE ZOO
Late Nights at the Zoo is a great way to make memories all summer long! At Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium, adults 21+ can experience a unique version of a wild night out on select dates from May until August. Grab your friends and visit for a relaxed evening of drinks, local food truck bites, and of course, tons of wildlife!
LOCATION & HOURS
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is located at 3701 S 10th Street and is open 9am-5pm daily from April 1st to November 3rd, and 10am-4pm from November 4th to March 31st!