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Explore Dallas Zoo: Your Personal Safari Adventure

Just minutes from downtown Dallas, the Dallas Zoo spans 106 acres and welcomes thousands of animals. A 67½‑foot giraffe sculpture proudly greets visitors at the entrance, setting the tone for an unforgettable wildlife experience.

Open every day of the year, the zoo is a top destination for family fun. If feeding a giraffe has always been on your bucket list, this is the place to do it!

The iconic Giants of the Savanna exhibit offers a behind‑the‑scenes look at elephants, zebras, ostriches, lions, and of course, a thriving family of giraffes.

Explore Dallas Zoo: Your Personal Safari Adventure

At the Diane and Hal Brierley Giraffe Ridge, you can enjoy a personal encounter with these gentle giants. For just $5, guests can purchase fresh romaine lettuce—an ideal snack for giraffes that consume up to 75 pounds of food daily.

Explore Dallas Zoo: Your Personal Safari Adventure

When interacting with giraffes, keep these etiquette tips in mind:

  1. Never feed giraffes food from home; they follow a strict diet.
  2. Be gentle; giraffes appreciate respectful handling.
  3. Watch your belongings—giraffes are not trained to fetch.

The adventure continues with more highlights: engaging Keeper Talks led by expert zoologists, the Gorilla Research Center where you can observe gorilla social dynamics, and the exhilarating Cheetah Encounter featuring the fastest felines on Earth.

Explore Dallas Zoo: Your Personal Safari Adventure

Tickets are available on‑site or online. To maximize savings, consider a Dallas CityPass, which offers 40% off at four of Dallas’ premier attractions, including the Dallas Zoo.

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