Our field trips offer a unique opportunity for students to explore diverse animal habitats, learn about wildlife conservation, and engage with our educational programs. Through guided tours, interactive exhibits and activities, students will gain a deeper understanding of the natural world and the importance of protecting it. Whether you are looking to enhance your classroom curriculum or provide a fun and educational outing, Austin Zoo is the perfect destination for your next school field trip.
Onsite school programs can be added to your zoo visit. Our school programs are aligned with the TEKS for Pre-K through fifth grade. These programs are an additional $3.50 per student. For more information on what programs are being offered at the time of your visit, please email education@austinzoo.org.
Contact us to plan your visit and create lasting memories for your students!
Let the Zoo Come to You
We offer school outreach programs where we bring the zoo to your school! For information and scheduling please call (512) 288-1490 or email education@austinzoo.org.
Rates
$7.00 per person + school program costs, if applicable
Onsite school programs can be added to your zoo visit. Our school programs are aligned with the TEKS for pre-K through fifth grade. These programs are an additional $3.50 per student. For more information on what programs are being offered at the time of your visit, please email education@austinzoo.org.
Bus Drivers plus 1 teacher per 7 students will be admitted free of charge.
We require a minimum of 15 people and one person must pay for the entire group.
Additional chaperones, parents and siblings must prepay the lead teacher and enter with the group to receive this discount. Anyone checking in with us separately will be charged full admission rates.
We accept MasterCard, Visa, Discover, cash, and school check. Payment is due in full at time of check-in.
Reservations
To make reservations, fill out the online field trip reservation request form below. The steps in the process are:
1. Submit online reservation request. 2. Receive verbal confirmation of field trip date and arrival time within 3 business days. 3. Receive an email within 10 business days with our Insider’s Guide including chaperone tickets, W-9, and more. 4. Prepare students to be quizzed about guidelines by an Austin Zoo staff member at check-in. 5. Collect monies from chaperones and others attending with special rates.
Note: train ride reservations are separate. To book a field trip train ride, please call the following number: 512-788-5282.
On Field Trip Day
1. Gather headcounts of students, teachers and chaperones. 2. Park buses in our bus lot. Please do not block or unload in any fire lanes. 3. Walk students down the pathway parallel to our main parking to our group entry gate. 4. Lead teacher: check-in inside the Gift Shop, provide the headcounts collected and payment. 5. We will quiz your students about our guidelines and welcome you into the zoo. 6. ENJOY!
Cancellation Policy All education program and camp sales are final. All programs will take place rain or shine. In the event that we cancel your program due to reasons we deem appropriate, a full refund will be issued, and individuals will be contacted directly.
Note: train ride reservations are separate. To book a field trip train ride, please call the following number: 512-788-5282.
Need Group Transportation?
If you need to book transportation for your group, many groups that visit the zoo use CharterUp. Austin Charter bus rentals are available through CharterUP, offering group transportation services throughout Texas including hotspots such as Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio.
Make Your Field Trip Reservation
Please fill out this form to request a field trip to Austin Zoo. We will call you once your form is received to finalize scheduling. We look forward to having your group at Austin Zoo!
