
Santa Ana Zoo
Save wildlife and wild spaces with us through fun, adventure, and learning.
Open daily
Zoo hours
Every day: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Ride hours
- Friday: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location
1801 East Chestnut Avenue
Santa Ana, CA 92701
Flight! A live butterfly experience
Learn about butterflies in this immersive habitat.
When
Open daily May through September, 2025, staffing and weather permitting.
What can I expect?
Read more about hours, reservations, rules, and tips for Flight here.
Events
The third Sunday of every month is free for residents of Santa Ana. Current photo ID required per each adult resident.
Join us for fun after 5 o'clock on weekends and select Wednesdays in July.
About
Through fun, adventure, and learning, the Santa Ana Zoo empowers its community to save wildlife and wild spaces.
The Santa Ana Zoo is part of the City of Santa Ana's Parks, Recreation, and Community Services team. Supported by nonprofit Friends of Santa Ana Zoo, the Monkey Zoo has been a community touchstone since opening in 1952.
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