Louisville Zoo
Children exploring Louisville Zoo with educators and animals
MetaZoo Education

Curiosity Meets
Conservation

“inspiring the next generation of explorers”

Experience hands-on wildlife learning through field trips, camps, conservation programs, and educational adventures designed to inspire the next generation of explorers and environmental leaders.

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Six ways to learn, explore, and connect with wildlife at Louisville Zoo.

Teachers

Field Trips &
Classroom Learning

Connect your students with conservation learning through a field trip to Louisville Zoo. All field trips are self-guided and available Monday through Friday for school groups of 10 or more.

Zoo Kids Inc. is a two-fold program that raises money from individuals and community partners to subsidize Zoo field trips for schools and nonprofit organizations serving at-risk or disadvantaged children.

Requirements & Policies

  • Minimum 10 students required
  • 1 adult chaperone per 10 students admitted free
  • Available Monday – Friday only
  • Book at least 12 business days in advance for registered pricing
  • All field trips are self-guided
  • Free parking for school groups
  • Payment due on arrival: card, cash, or checks (no purchase orders)
  • No refunds; excess payments converted to donations
  • Memberships not valid for field trip admissions

Book a Field Trip

zooeducation@louisvilleky.gov

(502) 459-2181

Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY 40213

2025–2026 Admission Pricing

Registered Students
Book 12+ business days in advance
$13
Designated Chaperones
1 per 10 students — automatic
Free
Additional Adults (Registered)
Beyond the free chaperone ratio
$16
Walk-Up Students & Adults
No advance booking required
$16
Students on a Louisville Zoo field trip

Louisville Zoo Field Trip — connecting students with wildlife

Volunteer & Support

Get Involved

Become an active part of Louisville Zoo's conservation mission through volunteering, citizen science, recycling, and more.

Ready to Learn with the Louisville Zoo?

Contact our MetaZoo education team to book a field trip, enroll in a camp, or explore volunteer opportunities.