Did you know cheetahs are the largest cats who can purr?! Come and hear for yourself!
During our Cheetah Experience, you’ll get close enough to hear, see and smell the Columbus Zoo’s fastest residents! From diets and dishes, to training sessions and enrichment...guests will get to see everything that goes into caring for these fast felines. Your support strengthens our journey to conserve this endangered species.
| Date | Days Offered | Time | Status |
| September 3 - November 3 | Daily | 4 p.m. | Spots Open |
| November 4 - November 20 | Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday | 1 p.m. | Spots Open |
| November 21 - January 5 | Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday | 1 p.m. | Spots Open |
Know Before You Go
- Admission to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is required and NOT included.
- Guests are not permitted to take photos during this experience. The experience is in a behind the scenes location and is only accessible to paid guests on the tour.
- All guests under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult. While there is no age limit for this experience, we do recommend guests be over the age of 5.
- Groups will be combined for a tour of up to 6 guests.
- Please note that once you have booked a tour, you have secured your exclusive reservation. If you do not attend on your scheduled date or cancel within 48 hours of your tour date, no refunds will be issued.
- Due to the location of tours within animal habitats and the disruptions external animals can cause, service animals are not permitted on this tour. Please call 614-645-3400 for further information.
