🐾 Why The Little Rock Zoo is That Girl (and Always Will Be)

I am the Little Rock Zoo’s biggest Stan. It is known.

The Little Rock Zoo isn’t just a place to visit—it’s a whole experience. It’s where you can take a casual walk, admire animals cooler than us, grab a meal, and just exist in nature without leaving the city.


🌟 Glowild: The Zoo Lights Up

Walking through Glowild feels like stepping into a dream. It’s proof that this space is magical all year long. Glow State isn’t just a song—it’s a mindset. And the Zoo? Been glowing.


🦍 Why the Zoo is That Girl

  • 🐾 It’s the ultimate casual outing. No stress, no planning—just pull up and walk around.
  • 🦍 It’s fun for literally everyone. Parents, kids, couples, solo explorers—it works for all.
  • 📅 It’s never the same twice. Keeper chats, feedings, and animal antics keep it fresh.
  • 🍽 Café Africa is legit now. The gift shop? Dangerously good.
  • 💙 Your visits support conservation. Education and animal care depend on it.
  • 👶🏾 And most importantly… THERE IS A NEW BABY GORILLA. This is not a drill.

🎟️ Visiting is Easier Than You Think

1️⃣ You Don’t Need a Special Occasion

You can just go walk the Zoo. No big day trip required—just a casual stroll through one of the best spots in the city.

2️⃣ Affordable Admission Exists

  • 🐾 Zoo for All: $2 admission for families using SNAP/EBT → Details Here
  • 📅 Little Rock Community Days: $2 admission for LR residents on select days

3️⃣ A Membership Pays for Itself—FAST

If you plan to visit more than four times a year, a membership is the best financial decision you’ll make.

🔢 The math is mathing.

  • 🎟 Regular ticket: $12.95
  • 4 visits = $51.80 (more than an individual membership!)
  • Once a month = $155.40
  • Twice a month = $310.80
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💰 Zoo Membership Prices:

  • 🎟 Individual: $49/year
  • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family: $99/year (2 adults + kids under 18)

💡 Translation: If you visit 4+ times a year, membership saves you money.

Get Your Zoo Membership Plan Your Visit

🐾 So What’s the Move?

Go see the baby gorilla.Take a walk.Buy yourself a snack from Café Africa.And maybe consider making the Zoo your new favorite spot.

💜 Because Little Rock Deserves This Kind of Love.

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