Directions, Parking and Accommodations
The Detroit Zoo is located at 8450 W. 10 Mile Road, Royal Oak, MI 48067, at the northwest corner of Woodward Avenue and 10 Mile Road (I-696).
Construction Updates
Please be aware of the complete closure of eastbound I-696 between Lasher Road and I-75. Get up-to-date information about posted detours, other road closures, traffic speeds and more.
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Accessibility
The Zoo welcomes people of all abilities. From wheelchairs to sensory-inclusive equipment, learn all about our accommodations.
Learn MoreDIRECTIONS
Driving to the Zoo
The Zoo is entered from either Woodward Avenue or 10 Mile Road; just look for the Detroit Zoo Water Tower.
Admission, Parking, and Rental Prices
General admission (online pricing)
General Admission (13 years - 64)
$14 - $24
Youth (2 years - 12)
$12 - $21
Seniors (65+)
$12 - $21
General admission (gate pricing)
General Admission
$27
Youth (2 years - 12)
$24
Seniors (65+)
$24
Active Military with ID
$22
Parking/ Rental
Parking
$8
Single Stroller
$8
Double Stroller
$12
Wagon
$12
Wheelchair
$10
Electric Convenience Vehicle*
$30
Gates close at 3:30 p.m.
*Valid Driver’s License Required as Deposit
Reciprocal membership and military discounts are available at the front gate.
Tickets are non-refundable. If you choose to change
the date of your reservation, you may use your
pre-purchased ticket as a credit toward gate price on another date.
Alternate Transportation
Rideshare Options
Let someone else drive you around for a change. Explore rideshare options that get you to the Zoo!
Zoom to the Zoo
When you take SMART bus, you get special perks! Those who Zoom to the Zoo receive $2 off Zoo admission, a free fountain drink and a free ride home.
Drop Off & Pick Up Areas
There is a drop-off and pick-up up area in front of the main admission gates. Please follow the signs.
Bus Routes
From the north/south: Take routes 461/462 or 450/460
From the east/west: Take routes 730 or 740 (Sundays only)
Rolling in to the Zoo
We support sustainable travel like biking and offer a variety of safe places for you to park your bike.
HOTELS
Detroit Zoo’s nearby Accommodations.
Whether you’re visiting from out of town or planning a staycation, metro Detroit has a variety of accommodations close by the Zoo.
Hyatt Place Detroit/Royal Oak
422 N. Main Street, Royal Oak, MI 48067
Distance: 1.9 Miles from the Zoo
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites
25100 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield, MI 48075
Distance: 5.1 Miles from the Zoo
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Westin Southfield Detroit
1500 Town Center, Southfield, MI 48075
Distance: 5.5 Miles from the Zoo
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Comfort Suites Southfield
24977 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield, MI
Distance: 6 Miles from the Zoo
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Courtyard Detroit Southfield
27027 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield, MI 48174
Distance: 6.5 Miles from the Zoo
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