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Gulf Coast Zoo

While many travelers headed to Gulf Shores, Alabama have every intention of spending as much time as possible on the sand, those looking to add a bit of wild adventure into the mix will find everything they’re looking for and more at the Gulf Coast Zoo. This family-friendly stop is located at 20499 Oak Road East and is open to the public daily between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. The Gulf Coast Zoo first opened in 1989 and today, continues to thrill and educate those who stop by for a visit. Being home to over 199 species and 31 sub-species of animals from across the globe makes this zoo an amazing place for those interested in getting up close with incredible wildlife and learning more about conservation efforts along the way.

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An Engaging and Educational Family Attraction

The Gulf Coast Zoo is only 6 miles from the scenic shorelines of Gulf Shores, making it simple for travelers to pair their on-the-sand fun with a stop by. The grounds at the zoo are lush and tropical while exhibits and displays are set up for guests to travel across the planet, admiring wildlife without having to go beyond the parameters of Gulf Shores at all. In total, the zoo sprawls across 25 acres of land with a maze of pathways winding their way in between it all. At this Gulf Shores zoo, guests can also find an on-site restaurant, comprehensive gift shop, convenient parking options close-up exhibits and plenty of picnic areas too.

Exciting Animal Encounters

One of the highlights of a trip to the Gulf Coast Zoo for many is the chance to book a private animal encounter to enjoy during your visit. These close-up and undeniably intimate experiences allow guests and a zookeeper to spend time one-on-one with an amazing creature. It’s a hands-on learning experience in a safe environment that puts an emphasis on just how amazing wildlife can be. From cuddling kangaroos to feeding giraffes, sloths, and lemurs, guests will find that these animal encounters make an impression that can turn into a lifetime of compassion for wildlife conservation.

Can’t get enough of the excitement at the Gulf Coast Zoo? Stay in our cozy Gulf Shores condos in close proximity, and take one more trip to the Zoo before you leave!

Planning a Visit to this Gulf Shores Zoo

Between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm daily, the zoo offers a variety of fun and exciting experiences that are worth keeping track of time for. Sloth and kangaroo encounters are available between 9:00 am and 3:30 pm with an advance booking while lemur encounters are available between 10:00 am and 3:30 pm. When you’re excited to see a giraffe feeding, be sure to note that they happen twice daily between 10:00 am and 11:00 am and 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm.

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