Special Openings:
Feb. 21 and Feb. 22
The Gift Shop is closed for renovation and will reopen February 11
| Upcoming events: February 12 Valentine's Day at the Zoo |
New at the Zoo
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!
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
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.
