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Please ask one of the Gift Shop employees for help securing your stroller during your visit. Due to limited space, strollers are not allowed in the Gift Shop. Our gift shop features many items such as t-shirts, stuffed animals, books, jewelry, toys and much more. They are located adjacent to The Oasis, Eagle’s Nest, Asian Grill and Herpetarium.ĭon’t forget to visit the Zoofari Gift Shop and pick up a souvenir to remember your amazing trip to the Gladys Porter Zoo.

You don’t want to get lost or miss some of your favorite animals.Īt the Zoo the most frequently asked question is, “Where is the restroom?” There are four public restrooms on Zoo grounds.

If you forgot your map ask for one at the ticket booth, office or at our information booth. Hopefully, you have your online Zoo map printed with your route plotted out. But some endangered animals on loan may have to go back if the inspection isn't passed. If you want to take a break from the weather, visit one of our air-conditioned exhibits such as the Herpetarium or Australia Exhibit. A new accreditation inspection is coming at the Gladys Porter Zoo. We encourage you to utilize weather appropriate dress and wear comfortable shoes made for walking.

In the Rio Grande Valley the summer months are very hot and humid. There is a lot to see at the Gladys Porter Zoo and many of our animals are in outdoor exhibits.

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Take advantage of the benefits of membership like free admission every day during regular Zoo hours. If the Zoo has an event scheduled like Boo at the Zoo or Zoo Nights & Lights, you are encouraged to buy tickets in advance to avoid having to wait in long lines.ĭo You Visit Often or Want to Visit More? See what events and programs are going on the day you’ll be visiting. If you are bringing young children choose a meeting place just in case someone gets separated from the group.Ĭheck out our online calendar to get the scoop. From 77/83 take the 6th Street exit and proceed to Ringgold St., turn right and park.ĭownload our online Zoo map and plan your route through the Zoo. Gladys Porter Zoo is located at 500 Ringgold St., Brownsville, Texas and is easy to access from Expressway 77/83. Water is the only beverage permitted.įor the safety of our animals and yours no pets are allowed on Zoo grounds. Sorry, food may not be brought into the Zoo. Please note that the Coyote Cafe, the Asian Grille, the Lion’s Pride, Pizzooria, Dippin’ Dots, and various extra food carts are open during peak visitation times. The Oasis (main concession stand) and Zoofari Gift Shop (closest to the exit) close at the same time as the admission gate. If you need a wheelchair they are available for rent at the Congo Bazaar Gift Shop.įor your convenience, our concession stands offer a wide variety of food and beverages. You are welcome to bring your own wheelchair, stroller or wagon.

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“We’re really excited about the City of Brownsville pitching in and realizing what value the zoo brings to the Rio Grande Valley and Brownsville in particular,” he shared.Ĭlick on the video below to watch the full story.All facilities are accessible by wheelchair. Patrick Burchfield, Director of Gladys Porter Zoo.ĭr. Burchfield said the City Commission has awarded a contract to Hanson Engineering to start the layout process. 4, the Brownsville City Commission unanimously passed a resolution in support of the zoo’s plan Mayor Trey Mendez stands behind the renovations. “The initial part won’t affect the visitors because it’s be in the perimeter aisle behind the buildings and that’s where all the new water and sewer is run,” said Dr. After operating for half a century, Gladys Porter Zoo unveiled their master plan that will revitalize the space for both visitors and animals which will spread over a 10 year period. The water and wastewater pipes are as old as the 50-year-old zoo. The replacement of its infrastructure is the first step in the city’s master plan for the zoo renovation. The zoo will be getting new exhibits and new animals by December 2023. BROWNSVILLE – The City of Brownsville has received 6.5 million dollars from the American Rescue Plan, and 5.5 million will be allocated to the replacement of Gladys Porter Zoo’s infrastructure.

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