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COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) announced today that Zoo Bus will return with daily service for Summer 2024 beginning this holiday weekend, providing daily trips from downtown Columbus to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and Zoombezi Bay.
Daily Zoo Bus Service begins Saturday, May 25, and will run seven days a week through Labor Day, Monday, September 2. Customers can board the Zoo Bus at the Statehouse downtown, the Griggs Dam Park & Ride, or the Dublin Park & Ride.
Zoo Bus operates five trips per day, with the first departing from State and High Streets at 8:14 a.m. and the last vehicle leaving the Zoo at 7:15 p.m., returning downtown at approximately 8 p.m.
Fare for Zoo Bus is $2 per adult, $1 for children under age 12, and no charge for children under 5, each way. Customers can also enjoy incredible savings when they ride the bus. Every customer who rides Zoo Bus will receive admission to the Columbus Zoo for only $5 or receive $10 off admission to Zoombezi Bay.
When customers board the Zoo Bus, they will need to ask the Operator for a Zoo Bus coupon. They will distribute one per customer. Once you arrive at the Zoo, go to the admission window where you will be asked to show the coupon to verify your discount eligibility.
For more information about Zoo Bus, visit COTA.com/ZooBus or call COTA Customer Service at (614) 228-1776. Admission prices and hours can be found by visiting the Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay websites at ColumbusZoo.org and ZoombeziBay.com.
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About COTA
The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) is the region’s mobility solutions provider, driven each day to connect people to prosperity through innovation, dedication, and teamwork. By utilizing technology and data, establishing community partnerships, and applying sustainability principles, COTA provides equitable access to jobs, healthcare, and education. COTA is recognized nationally as one of the Best Companies for People of Color and Women to Advance by Parity.org.
About the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Home to more than 10,000 animals representing over 600 species worldwide, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium leads by making a positive impact on people, wildlife, and wild places. The Zoo complex is a recreational and education destination that includes the 22-acre Zoombezi Bay water park and 18-hole Safari Golf Club. The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium also manages The Wilds, a 10,000-acre conservation center and safari park located in southeastern Ohio. The Zoo is a wildlife conservation organization with regional, national and global impact, annually supporting conservation and research projects locally and worldwide. For more information, please visit ColumbusZoo.org.
About Zoombezi Bay
Zoombezi Bay is a 22.7-acre water park that features 19 state-of-the-art water attractions, including the aquatic adventure area, Otter Banks; themed water slide, SoundSurfer; the multi-level play structure, Baboon Lagoon; the Pelican Point interactive water playground for the youngest guests; a wave pool; an action river; a lazy river; and more. During the regular summer season, admission to Zoombezi Bay includes the Columbus Zoo, and proceeds from the water park support the Zoo’s operation and mission. Please visit ZoombeziBay.com for more information.
CONTACTS
Jeff Pullin
Director, Public & Media Relations Office: 614-275-5938
pullinjd@COTA.com
Nicolle Gómez Racey
Vice President, Communications and Marketing: 614-645-3411
Cell: 614-843-3611
nicolle.racey@columbuszoo.org
Jen Fields
Director of Communications: 614-645-3579
Cell: 614-595-8989
jen.fields@columbuszoo.org
