field trip at the zoo

 

Take students on an unforgettable educational adventure with a field trip to the Columbus Zoo! 

Our Zoo provides a unique opportunity for students to engage with wildlife and nature, offering enriching experiences that extend beyond the classroom.

Why Field Trips to the Columbus Zoo Enhance Student Learning:

  • Hands-On Learning: Students can interact with habitats and observe animals up close, fostering a deeper understanding of biology, conservation, and the natural world.
  • Real-World Connections: School trips allow students to connect what they learn in class to real-world scenarios, making lessons more meaningful and memorable.
  • Inspiring Curiosity and Empathy: Seeing diverse species in their habitats helps students develop a sense of curiosity about wildlife and empathy for conservation efforts.

Scholarship Information

You may qualify for special field trip rates!

School groups must meet the following criteria for the rates to apply:

  • A minimum of 15 in your group
  • A state-certified curriculum
  • Plan your visit during specified field trip times
     

Finding the best rate for your school trip is easy. Just follow these three steps.

  1. Tell us about your group by moving the toggles below.
  2. Review the pricing information.
  3. Follow the instructions to prepare for your trip to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium!
Do you have 15 or more in your group?
Are you visiting Monday - Friday between 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.?
Do you have state certified curriculum?
Are you visiting between June 8 - Sept 2, 2024 or May 24 - Sept 1, 2025?
 
You qualify for General Admission pricing.
 
Purchase Tickets
 
 
 
 
 
You may qualify for Walk-up Group pricing!

Must have a minimum of 25 guests in your group. Group Sales prices range based on certain criteria. Please call (614-724-3785) or email (columbuszooevents@thessagroup.com) our group sales team for pricing.
 
 
You qualify for School Group pricing!

Franklin County:
$6 per guest
Non-Franklin County: $8 per guest
  • Rates valid only Mon-Fri 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance or rates will not apply.
  • All groups must enter by 3:30 p.m. during Wildlights to qualify. The Zoo opens at 12 p.m. for Wildlights. View Operating Hours
  • Rates NOT VALID June 8 - September 2, 2024, and May 24- September 1, 2025
  • Minimum of 15 guests required.
  • Bus drivers are free.
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Contact Us

Email: schools@columbuszoo.org

If you are a homeschool or virtual school group with additional questions, please email us.