What makes it 79% Couple-Friendly: Couples can share leisurely garden strolls, watch elephants at feeding time, or book an evening Twilight Tour; shaded benches and on-site café make it an easy low-key date, though it lacks seclusion.
Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: 1-2 hours gives time for couples to see main exhibits, catch a keeper chat, and join a short tour.
Self-Guided Stroll:
Walk through African Savanna, Asian & American Tropical Forests, and Pacific Islands at your own pace.
Tip: Grab a map or use the free mobile app to navigate the three zones efficiently.
Download Zoo App:
Use the Honolulu Zoo app to plan your route and get live updates on keeper chats.
Tip: Download and explore app features before arrival to maximize time on-site.
Twilight Tour:
Join a 2-hour after-hours tour to see animals at dusk.
Tip: Book your spot online in advance; tours run most Saturdays.
Guided Educator Tour:
Take a 45–60 minute small-group tour led by a zoo educator.
Tip: Choose your theme (Savanna, Island Species, or Ectotherm) and reserve online at least a day ahead.
Morning Safari Tour:
Enjoy an 8:30 am tour to meet giraffes up close before the zoo opens.
Tip: Reserve weeks in advance; group is limited to 10 guests.

James Mitchell
The Honolulu Zoo was a great outing. In actual exhibits it’s light compared to other zoos we’ve been too, but the grounds a lovely. The trees and fauna are gorgeous. Every part of the experience was enjoyable.
Holly Wolfgang
Nice staff, clean grounds, and a decent variety of animals. Elephants, giraffes, and African Penguins were some of our favorites. Some spaces were under renovation. We didn’t realize until we were there that they also have a nighttime at the zoo event on some Saturdays. Take sunscreen, a hat, and a water bottle.
Dominic Petersen
Amazing zoo! Great half off Veteran and Military discount. Get there early because it can be hot and lots to see! The monkeys, tigers, and little foxes were my favorite. Amazing date idea if you have some down time in Oahu or need some laid back to do in walking distance.
Kapeli Odood
This wasn't the same zoo from my childhood, place was fantastic. Lots of animals, the most impressive was their bird exhibits, there were some African birds that were as big as humans, scared the shit out of me. Layout was also great, food and drink options and a nice play area for the kids in the center of the zoo. Only negative- It was hot but lots of shade, benches to take a break with the ...
Shaktidancer
I haven't been to a zoo in eons. This zoo has great exhibits with big animals like tigers, elephants, giraffes, a warthog, gibbons monkeys, huge tortoise and hippos! Very impressed with the reptile and bird exhibits! Wow, very cool. Plenty of shady spots to sit and rest. To the right of the entrance/gift shop and across from flamingos there's a purified refillable water fountain and bathroom. S...
Mornings are cooler year-round; arrive early to avoid heat. From November to March, bring a light rain jacket for brief showers.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| 2 adult general admissions | USD 38 |
| Twilight Tour (optional) | USD 60 |
| Total Estimated | USD 98 |
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