How to save at Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is home to more than 300 animals, representing over 100 species. It’s a wild destination just a short drive from downtown Orlando in Sanford, Florida.

There are always affordable ways to experience the zoo, too! We’ve rounded up our favorite Central Florida Zoo discounts, including their latest offer for the summer: Family Sunset at the Zoo for $6 per person!

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CENTRAL FLORIDA ZOO DISCOUNTS

This zoo near Orlando is the leader in conservation, providing experiences that excite and inspire children as well as adults to learn and act on behalf of wildlife.

Save $2 on Central Florida Zoo tickets
You can save $2 per ticket when you purchase in advance and online. Use their Quick Scan entrance when you arrive.

Family Sunset at the Zoo
Every fourth Friday from May to September at 5pm
$6 per person

Family Sunset dates:

May 27
June 24
July 22
August 26
September 23

The Zoo reopens at 5pm and comes alive with all sorts of fun until the sun goes down. Family Sunset features music at the Wharton-Smith Tropical Splash Ground, inflatable games, and of course, some of your favorite animals along the shaded boardwalks.

The last admission is at 7:30pm for each event.
Tickets are $6 per person when purchased online and $8 per person when purchased on-site.
You can also bundle and save with the Family 4-Pack for $40, which includes four tickets, four hot dogs, and four regular fountain drinks to fuel the whole family for fun.
The event is separate from daytime admission and is not included for Annual Passholders.

The Central Florida Zoo in Sanford features North American river otters, giraffes, greater one-horned Indian rhinoceros, Florida black bears, cougar, and Amur leopard. Although the animals are the main event, there’s plenty to do at the Zoo.

Splash ground: included with your admission. Kids can cool off in a tropical splash zone while you relax in the shade. There’s a nice playground in the middle of the Zoo too.
Seminole Ariel Adventures: challenge yourself to a variety of obstacles through the trees and zip lines.

Central Florida Zoo admission (non-peak/peak season)

Adults: $21.95/$23.95
Children (3-12): $15.95/$17.95
Seniors: $17.95/$19.95
Children under the age of 3 are FREE.
Parking is FREE.

Zoo Annual Passes
The Zoo offers a variety of annual pass options that include unlimited Zoo admission for a year with the exception of select blackout dates. A pass is always a good idea if you plan to visit a few times a year.

Single: $70
Senior plus one: $85
Family: $125
Premier Family: $185

Annual Pass Benefits

Discounts for select education programs and camps, birthday parties, and purchases at the Zoofari Outpost Gift Shop.
Bring guests along for a special admission price of $10 on weekdays and $13 on weekends.
Discounted admission to over 150 institutions that participate in the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ Reciprocal Program.