
Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo: Entry Ticket

About
The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is a world-class accredited zoo located on St. George Island, only 5 minutes from downtown Calgary and 20 minutes from the Calgary International Airport.
Home to more than 4,000 animals from around the world, including a new male polar bear named Siku, there is plenty to see and do. Take a trip around the world and see animals from across seven zones.
From adventuring through family favourites like the Penguin Plunge to getting up close to wildlife in Destination Africa and Wild Canada ,there is always something special to experience at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo.
And, as a bonus, every visit supports critical conservation work across Canada and globally.
What's Included
- Entry ticket
- Access to the ‘Wilder Bunch musical performances’
- Access to all available indoor and outdoor habitats
- Access to Wildlife Carousel rides
- Access to the Virtual Reality Experience with additional tickets available for purchase on site
What's Not Included
- Guided tours
- Zoo parking
- Special ticketed events
Must Know
- No re-entry after exiting
- You are welcome to bring your own food and drinks
- Please remember to not feed the animals
Instructions
On-site usage
- To get your daily admission tickets, visit a sales window and present your Tiqets voucher and a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver’s license or passport) to the Guest Relations team to exchange for a Zoo entrance ticket
- Then proceed to the turnstiles to scan your ticket for entry
After your visit
- The last entry to Wild Canada is at 4:00 p.m.
- The last entry to Penguin Plunge is at 4:15 p.m.
- The last entry to all other animal buildings is at 4:45 p.m.
- Visit the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo website for ‘what to know before you go!’.
- Visit here for additional information on public transportation options.
Meeting Point
Reschedule and cancellation policy
Cancel for free until 2 days before your visit date and get a full refund.
Free Cancellation
Cancel for free until 2 days before your visit date and get a full refund.
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