Zoo Atlanta

Zoo Atlanta and its collection

Zoo Atlanta, opened in 1889, is a zoo in Atlanta, United States.

History

Its origins lie in 1889, when the businessman George V. Gress bought the animals of a collapsed travelling circus and presented them to the city. Officials placed them in Grant Park, where the zoo remains. Camels, monkeys, lionesses, a hog, a gazelle, a hyena, a jaguar, a raccoon and a black bear were among that first group.

Animals and collection

Animals on show include elephant, vulture, gorilla and Orangutans.

Things to do

Things to do include Endangered Species Carousel, Keeper Talks, NightCrawler Overnight and Wild Encounters.

Conservation and approach

The stated mission couples saving wildlife and habitat with conservation, research, education and visitor experience. Conservation funding has reached giant panda, African elephant, golden lion tamarin, western lowland gorilla and Panamanian golden frog among others, and extends to local reptiles such as eastern indigo snake and diamondback terrapin, and to African vultures.

What the venue says

• Wild Encounters
• The primary hub is **Nourish Café** , which offers quick-service items like burgers, chicken tenders, fresh salads, wraps, kid-friendly meals, and craft beer/wine options.
• Paid public parking is typically **$3 per hour** , up to a **maximum of $12 per day** .
• The main grounds and paths are wheelchair accessible.
• Strollers and manual wheelchairs are typically available to rent near the entrance on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Trained service animals (dogs or miniature horses performing specific tasks) are welcome.
• The zoo provides designated quiet zones and accessibility assistance for guests with sensory needs.