What makes it 82% Solo-Friendly: A solo visitor can spend two relaxed hours walking the 42-acre paths, photograph 900 animals, join keeper chats, and feel safe in daylight; public transport and app help navigation.
Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: A 1-2 hour visit gives time to see main exhibits and catch a keeper chat without rushing.
Self-guided habitat walk:
Stroll through African Savanna, Tropical Forests and Pacific Islands zones.
Tip: Download the free zoo app for a map and live feeding schedules.
Keeper Chats:
Attend daily talks at the elephant and sloth enclosures.
Tip: Check the app or entry board for times and arrive 5 minutes early.
Guided Educator Tour:
Join a 45–60 minute small-group tour with a zoo educator.
Tip: Reserve online at least a day in advance and meet at the main entrance.
Twilight Tour:
Explore exhibits at dusk on a two-hour after-hours walk.
Tip: Tours run Saturdays only; book early as spots fill quickly.

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...
Summers get hot; start early or go late afternoon. From November to March, brief rain is common; carry a light rain jacket and waterproof cover for your phone.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Adult admission ticket | USD 19 |
| Bottled water and snack | USD 5 |
| Twilight Tour ticket | USD 30 |
| Total Estimated | USD 54 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: 151 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
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