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General Zoo Information

The Alexandria Zoological Park was founded in 1926, encompasses 33 shady acres, and is home to more than 600 animals. It is owned and operated by the City of Alexandria, Louisiana.

The African Experience: Phase 1, which opened in 2004, and the award winning Louisiana Habitat, which opened in 1998, are two of the zoo's most spectacular exhibits.

The Alexandria Zoo is an accredited member of the American Zoo and Aquarium Association.

Location

The Alexandria Zoological Park is located at 3016 Masonic Drive or US Highway 165 Business, approximately 1 mile from the south traffic circle and two blocks from the Alexandria Mall.

Hours of Operation

The zoo is open 7 days a week, from 9 am to 5 pm. We are only closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.