Audubon Nature Institute
Located in historic Uptown New Orleans Audubon Zoo cares for animals from around the globe, engaging educational programs, and hands-on animal encounters. Unique natural habitats such as the award-winning Louisiana Swamp and Jaguar Jungle showcase the relationship between people and nature. Don't miss the daily animal presentations, chats and feeds; our highly endangered whooping cranes, Amur leopards, and orangutans; our tiger; and our mysterious white alligators. Audubon Zoo is consistently one of the country’s top-ranked zoos, voted as one of the top ten zoos in the country in the USA Today “10Best” reader poll and ranked as one of the top things to do in New Orleans.quis eleifend. Nisl suscipit adipiscing bibendum est ultricies integer quis.
FREQUENTLY ASKED ZOO QUESTIONS
oo Frequently Asked Questions:What are the Zoo hours?The Zoo is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Am I required to wear a mask?Yes. For the safety of your fellow guests and Audubon's staff and animals, all guests (ages 8+) are required to wear a correctly worn masks while inside the Zoo. Some exclusions may apply such as those with special health needs as defined by the CDC and children under 8 years old (though children 2-7 are strongly encouraged to wear masks). Masks should also be available for purchase at the Gift Shop as supplies allow.
Is there food available for purchase?Yes, Zoofari Cafe is open and serving guests, indoor and outdoor seating is available. Cypress Knee Café located in our Louisiana Swamp exhibit opens Saturday, November 21, 2020 with a modified menu and indoor and outdoor seating. What exhibits and attractions are closed?For your safety and the safety of other guests, Audubon staff, and Audubon animals, the following attractions will remain closed during the Phase One reopening: Cool Zoo and Gator Run, The Gottesman Endangered Species Carousel, The Swamp Train, Indoor exhibit spaces such as the Reptile Encounter and the Criaturas de la Noche Nocturnal House. (Note that the only exhibit building that will remain open to guest access is the White Alligator exhibit in the Louisiana Swamp area. Entrance and exit doors to the building will remain propped open for guests' convenience.)
Am I required to wear a mask?Yes. For the safety of your fellow guests and Audubon's staff and animals, all guests (ages 8+) are required to wear a correctly worn masks while inside the Zoo. Some exclusions may apply such as those with special health needs as defined by the CDC and children under 8 years old (though children 2-7 are strongly encouraged to wear masks). Masks should also be available for purchase at the Gift Shop as supplies allow.
Is there food available for purchase?Yes, Zoofari Cafe is open and serving guests, indoor and outdoor seating is available. Cypress Knee Café located in our Louisiana Swamp exhibit opens Saturday, November 21, 2020 with a modified menu and indoor and outdoor seating. What exhibits and attractions are closed?For your safety and the safety of other guests, Audubon staff, and Audubon animals, the following attractions will remain closed during the Phase One reopening: Cool Zoo and Gator Run, The Gottesman Endangered Species Carousel, The Swamp Train, Indoor exhibit spaces such as the Reptile Encounter and the Criaturas de la Noche Nocturnal House. (Note that the only exhibit building that will remain open to guest access is the White Alligator exhibit in the Louisiana Swamp area. Entrance and exit doors to the building will remain propped open for guests' convenience.)
Visiting Tips- The Zoo is handicap accessible.- Strollers and wagons are allowed in the Zoo.- A limited number of wheelchairs are available for rent.- Photography (including flash) is permitted in the Zoo.- Outside food and drinks are allowed into the Zoo. Suitcases, backpacks, or coolers (with or without wheels) must not be larger than 28-quart size. One per family. Coolers are not allowed during large festivals and events at the Zoo. Please visit specific event pages for information. Audubon reserves the right to search coolers and backpacks. - Free Wi-Fi hotspots are available at all Audubon Zoo food venues! Go wild and enjoy Internet access during your Zoo visit. - Audubon Zoo is a "smoke-free" facility. For the safety and health of all patrons, our staff and the animals in our stewardship, smoking is only permitted outside of the Zoo.
Not Permitted in the Zoo- Glass containers, disposable straws and lids are not permitted for the safety of our animals.- Alcohol is not permitted. - Bicycles, skates, pets, and radios are not allowed in the Zoo.
Not Permitted in the Zoo- Glass containers, disposable straws and lids are not permitted for the safety of our animals.- Alcohol is not permitted. - Bicycles, skates, pets, and radios are not allowed in the Zoo.
MORE ZOO QUESTIONS
Are water fountains open?For your safety and per CDC guidance, public water fountains will not be open in the Zoo, however, we encourage you to bring a water bottle with you during your visit, and we will have water available for sale inside the Zoo.
How to I purchase tickets?All tickets must be purchased and Member reservations must be made online in advance here. If you have difficulty completing your online transaction, please email us at AIR@Auduboninstitute.org or call us at 1-800-774-7394. Due to limited staffing, you may experience longer than usual wait times, but we greatly appreciate your patience.
Can I purchase tickets at the Zoo?All tickets must be purchased and Member reservations must be made online in advance here. If you have difficulty completing your online transaction, please email us at AIR@Auduboninstitute.org or call us at 1-800-774-7394. Due to limited staffing, you may experience longer than usual wait times, but we greatly appreciate your patience.
Do Members need a reservation or timed ticket to visit?Per State and City reopening guidelines, everyone entering the Zoo, including Members and their guests, must present a ticket for that day and entry time. All ticket purchases and Member reservations must be made online in advance. Thank you for understanding! Members – click here for more information about reserving your time.
Are water fountains open?For your safety and per CDC guidance, public water fountains will not be open in the Zoo, however, we encourage you to bring a water bottle with you during your visit, and we will have water available for sale inside the Zoo.
How to I purchase tickets?All tickets must be purchased and Member reservations must be made online in advance here. If you have difficulty completing your online transaction, please email us at AIR@Auduboninstitute.org or call us at 1-800-774-7394. Due to limited staffing, you may experience longer than usual wait times, but we greatly appreciate your patience.
Can I purchase tickets at the Zoo?All tickets must be purchased and Member reservations must be made online in advance here. If you have difficulty completing your online transaction, please email us at AIR@Auduboninstitute.org or call us at 1-800-774-7394. Due to limited staffing, you may experience longer than usual wait times, but we greatly appreciate your patience.
Do Members need a reservation or timed ticket to visit?Per State and City reopening guidelines, everyone entering the Zoo, including Members and their guests, must present a ticket for that day and entry time. All ticket purchases and Member reservations must be made online in advance. Thank you for understanding! Members – click here for more information about reserving your time.
Ticketing TipsReserve your tickets online here.
https://audubonnatureinstitute.org/zoo-map
Audubon Nature Institute Members- Audubon Members are now required to reserve your tickets online. For information on how to reserve, click here.- Audubon Members receive a discount on gift shop purchases!
https://audubonnatureinstitute.org/zoo-map
Audubon Nature Institute Members- Audubon Members are now required to reserve your tickets online. For information on how to reserve, click here.- Audubon Members receive a discount on gift shop purchases!
OTHER AUDUBON INSTITUTE FEATURES
AUDUBON LOUISIANA NATURE CENTERWALKING TRAILSMain Boardwalk and Adventure Trail: Mon - Thurs | 9 AM - 12 PMDiscovery Trail and Pollinator Path: Mon - Thurs | 9 AM - 1 PM
Audubon Louisiana Nature Center is a cherished community resource. Located adjacent to Joe Brown Park in New Orleans East on 86 acres of hardwood bottomland forest, its creation was a project of the Junior League of Greater New Orleans, opening March 23, 1980.
In 2005, Hurricane Katrina flooded the Nature Center grounds, essentially destroying the facility but Audubon moved forward with the rebuilding process. Now the next chapter begins for the Nature Center, and we are excited to announce that it has reopened with modern buildings, beautiful nature trails and new programs celebrating the wonders of nature.
TRAILS OPEN: Special Covid-19 measures:
Please be aware that the Nature Center operating schedule has changed due to measures aimed at slowing the spread of Covid-19.
During our Stage-2 reopening, the main boardwalk and Adventure Trail are open Mon-Thurs 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and are monitored by rangers. Guests are welcome to complete their visit, but no new entry will be allowed after noon; masks are encouraged.The Discovery Trail and Pollinator Path are open 9am-1:30 p.m. Gates are open from 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday.
All buildings remain closed until programming resumes. Intermittent closures are possible.
Main boardwalk and Adventure Trail will be monitored by rangers. Guests are welcome to complete their visit, but no new entry will be allowed after noon; masks are encouraged.
All buildings remain closed until programming resumes. Intermittent closures are possible. No admission or tickets required for Nature Trails and Interpretive Center. Group reservations required for education programs and planetarium shows.e.
In 2005, Hurricane Katrina flooded the Nature Center grounds, essentially destroying the facility but Audubon moved forward with the rebuilding process. Now the next chapter begins for the Nature Center, and we are excited to announce that it has reopened with modern buildings, beautiful nature trails and new programs celebrating the wonders of nature.
TRAILS OPEN: Special Covid-19 measures:
Please be aware that the Nature Center operating schedule has changed due to measures aimed at slowing the spread of Covid-19.
During our Stage-2 reopening, the main boardwalk and Adventure Trail are open Mon-Thurs 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and are monitored by rangers. Guests are welcome to complete their visit, but no new entry will be allowed after noon; masks are encouraged.The Discovery Trail and Pollinator Path are open 9am-1:30 p.m. Gates are open from 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday.
All buildings remain closed until programming resumes. Intermittent closures are possible.
Main boardwalk and Adventure Trail will be monitored by rangers. Guests are welcome to complete their visit, but no new entry will be allowed after noon; masks are encouraged.
All buildings remain closed until programming resumes. Intermittent closures are possible. No admission or tickets required for Nature Trails and Interpretive Center. Group reservations required for education programs and planetarium shows.e.
AUDUBON GOLF & PARKSEnjoy the great outdoors at Audubon Park Golf Course or at one of Audubon's public parks. Whether you're visiting or a resident our parks throughout New Orleans offer relaxing retreats from busy city life.
THE GOLF CLUB AT AUDUBON PARKGOLF COURSE HOURS: Tues - Sun | 7 AM - 4 PM
The Golf Club at Audubon Park is located just minutes from downtown New Orleans and features a Denis Griffiths design with contoured Bermuda fairways, manicured Tif-Eagle greens, four lagoons, and exquisite landscaping.
Audubon Park boasts the most immaculate and well-manicured greens in the New Orleans metropolitan area. The competitive 18-hole par 62 course offers a 4,220-yard layout set among hundred-year-old oak trees. Some of the trees have been around longer than the Park! While you are here, visit Audubon's Pro Shop.
Book your tee time online (preferable), or call the pro shop at (504) 274-1893 to set up your tee time today.
The Golf Club at Audubon Park is located just minutes from downtown New Orleans and features a Denis Griffiths design with contoured Bermuda fairways, manicured Tif-Eagle greens, four lagoons, and exquisite landscaping.
Audubon Park boasts the most immaculate and well-manicured greens in the New Orleans metropolitan area. The competitive 18-hole par 62 course offers a 4,220-yard layout set among hundred-year-old oak trees. Some of the trees have been around longer than the Park! While you are here, visit Audubon's Pro Shop.
Book your tee time online (preferable), or call the pro shop at (504) 274-1893 to set up your tee time today.
Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
Located on the Mississippi River adjacent to the French Quarter, Audubon Aquarium of the Americas is consistently top ranked, voted as one of the top five in the country in the USA Today "10Best" reader poll and ranked as one of the top things to do in New Orleans. The Aquarium transports visitors to an underwater world from the Caribbean, to the Amazon Rainforest, to the waters that give New Orleans its lifeblood: the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico. With more than 3,600 animals from more than 250 species, including endangered species, such as African penguins, and rare animals, such as white alligators, the Aquarium offers you an experience you'll never forget.We're thrilled to welcome you back to Audubon Aquarium of the Americas. Please note that, due to State and City reopening guidelines and for the safety of our guests, staff, and animals, some parts of your Aquarium experience will be a little different than in the past - Click Here for more details about Aquarium offerings and safety protocols at this time.
Masks are required for visitation.
See the Zoo’s current hours of operation on our website here. A maximum of six tickets may be purchased at a time. Children under the age of two receive complimentary admission and do not need a ticket.
See the Aquarium’s current hours of operation on our website here. A maximum of six tickets may be purchased at a time. Children under the age of two receive complimentary admission and do not need a ticket.
Please note that all ticket sales are final and no refunds or rain checks will be offered. Tickets expire after their assigned date and entry time; if you are unable to use your ticket at the specified time, we ask you to consider your purchase a contribution to Audubon's mission. Tickets may be given to others to use, but will only scan once per barcode for entry.
An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. By visiting Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.
Non-Member Adult (13-64)$29.95 Non-Member Adult (13-64) Qty0 Non-Member Child (2-12)$24.95 Non-Member Child (2-12) Qty0 Non-Member Senior (65+)$24.95 Non-Member Senior (65+) Qty0
Masks are required for visitation.
See the Zoo’s current hours of operation on our website here. A maximum of six tickets may be purchased at a time. Children under the age of two receive complimentary admission and do not need a ticket.
See the Aquarium’s current hours of operation on our website here. A maximum of six tickets may be purchased at a time. Children under the age of two receive complimentary admission and do not need a ticket.
Please note that all ticket sales are final and no refunds or rain checks will be offered. Tickets expire after their assigned date and entry time; if you are unable to use your ticket at the specified time, we ask you to consider your purchase a contribution to Audubon's mission. Tickets may be given to others to use, but will only scan once per barcode for entry.
An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. By visiting Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.
Non-Member Adult (13-64)$29.95 Non-Member Adult (13-64) Qty0 Non-Member Child (2-12)$24.95 Non-Member Child (2-12) Qty0 Non-Member Senior (65+)$24.95 Non-Member Senior (65+) Qty0
Planetarium
Journey into space with the popular planetarium.
From the earth to the moon and on to the stars, the Planetarium at Audubon Louisiana Nature Center has new technology including real-time images from NASA, a state-of-the-art projection system, and custom programming. Blast off into the great blue beyond from New Orleans East!
From the earth to the moon and on to the stars, the Planetarium at Audubon Louisiana Nature Center has new technology including real-time images from NASA, a state-of-the-art projection system, and custom programming. Blast off into the great blue beyond from New Orleans East!
NATURE cENTER
Ranger ProgramsRanger ProgramsLearn about nature with ranger chats and activities.
Botany CenterBotany CenterThe iconic structure remains a greenhouse dedicated to supporting the Audubon mission.
Classroom PavilionsClassroom PavilionsClassrooms for new education programs, animal encounters and more.
Education ProgramsEducation ProgramsInnovative education programs and field trips are better than ever.
Forest RestorationForest RestorationReforestation is ongoing with the help of hundreds of volunteers each year.
Interpretive CenterInterpretive CenterDiscoveries and surprises encourage the love of learning.
Nature TrailsNature TrailsScenic walks on the new boardwalk and nature trails.
Nature Center HistoryNature Center History
Botany CenterBotany CenterThe iconic structure remains a greenhouse dedicated to supporting the Audubon mission.
Classroom PavilionsClassroom PavilionsClassrooms for new education programs, animal encounters and more.
Education ProgramsEducation ProgramsInnovative education programs and field trips are better than ever.
Forest RestorationForest RestorationReforestation is ongoing with the help of hundreds of volunteers each year.
Interpretive CenterInterpretive CenterDiscoveries and surprises encourage the love of learning.
Nature TrailsNature TrailsScenic walks on the new boardwalk and nature trails.
Nature Center HistoryNature Center History
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