New at the Zoo
Last weekend to see Rocky the Octopus!
Come bid farewell to one of Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium's most fascinating creatures, Rocky, the Giant Pacific Octopus!
Rocky will be heading to Seattle Aquarium for a romantic rendezvous with a female octopus.
Come watch as Rocky enjoys a special enrichment - a "fishcicle" treat - at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 28! Kids under 12 who say "Rocky" at the front gate will receive a free octopus toy, while supplies last!
Save money with online tickets!
For a limited time, enjoy special pricing on Online Tickets!
Avoid the lines and save up to $10 for a family of four.
For a limited time, enjoy special pricing on Online Tickets! Avoid the lines and save up to $10 for a family of four.
Celebrate valentine's day at the zoo!
On Saturday, Feb. 11, animals will receive special valentine treats and toys called enrichment from their keepers.
Enrichment encourages animals to use their natural abilities and behaviors to interact with their environment.
11:30 am
Walruses will receive heart-shaped treats and get their teeth brushed
12:30 pm
Tigers will enjoy whipping-cream hearts
1:00 pm
Elephants will enjoy strawberries and watermelon valentines
2:00 pm
Red wolves will receive heart-shaped scented enrichments
Learn more
On Saturday, Feb. 11, animals will receive special valentine treats and toys called enrichment from their keepers. Enrichment encourages animals to use their natural abilities and behaviors to interact with their environment.
11:30 am
Walruses will receive heart-shaped treats and get their teeth brushed
12:30 pm
Tigers will enjoy whipping-cream hearts
1:00 pm
Elephants will enjoy strawberries and watermelon valentines
2:00 pm
Red wolves will receive heart-shaped scented enrichments
Learn more
Meet Little Libby, our newest sea otter!
Come meet our adorable new southern sea otter, Libby, the cute and energetic new member of the otter crew at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium.
Libby was found as an orphan off the coast of California in late April, and is the youngest and smallest sea otter ever rehabilitated by Monterey Bay Aquarium.
Come watch her splash and play in her new home at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium!
Come meet our adorable new southern sea otter, Libby, the cute and energetic new member of the otter crew at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. Libby was found as an orphan off the coast of California in late April, and is the youngest and smallest sea otter ever rehabilitated by Monterey Bay Aquarium.
Come watch her splash and play in her new home at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium!
More info
Zoo hours:
January 2 - February 29 (special openings Feb. 21-22)
Open Thursday - Monday
9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Parking is FREE!
more info
Point Defiance Park: The Zoo is just one of many attractions in Point Defiance Park, including Fort Nisqually, Owen Beach, public gardens and others. To learn more about Point Defiance Park and services, click here.
Zoo hours:
January 2 - February 29 (special openings Feb. 21-22)
Open Thursday - Monday
9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Parking is FREE!
more info
Point Defiance Park: The Zoo is just one of many attractions in Point Defiance Park, including Fort Nisqually, Owen Beach, public gardens and others. To learn more about Point Defiance Park and services, click here.
Our sister park: This is a great time to visit Northwest Trek Wildlife Park in Eatonville -- just 35 miles from Tacoma. The wildlife park features a naturalist-guided tram tour through more than 400 acres of meadows and forests where you can scout for moose, bison, elk, mountain goats and more. After your tram tour, stroll forested pathways to see grizzly bears, wolves, cougars, and eagles in beautiful natural exhibits. Learn more at www.nwtrek.org.
