Saturday, Jul. 30, 2016
09:00 AM – 02:00 PM
US/Central
In honor of World Tiger Day, join the Zoo on July 30th and 31st for a Tiger Spotlight on Species event! See the two resident Malayan Tigers, Satu and Berani, celebrate World Tiger Day with some special enrichment items in their habitat. Attend fun-filled Meet the Keeper Talks and learn all about tigers as well as palm oil, a key ingredient affecting Malayan tigers in the wild due to its effect on deforestation and habitat loss in South East Asia.
Stop by the Tiger Boardwalk for educational games and crafts, learn more about these amazing endangered species and see what you can do to help!
Did You Know: There are more tigers in private ownership here in Texas than there are remaining in the wild (in their native habitat in India and Southeast Asia.) Tigers do not make good pets! Find out more at Spotlight on Species: Tigers.
About the Programs & Activities
9 am-2pm Tiger Activity Table
10 am Tiger Keeper Interaction at the Window in their habitat
11:30 am Tiger Enrichment Talk
2 pm Tiger Boardwalk Talk
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HOURS & ADMISSION
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Open 7 days a week, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (last admission 4:00 pm)
Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day, All hours subject to change; see website for more details -
www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/hours/ www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/prices-and-discounts/ - This free event is included with your paid Zoo admission and is free for Zoo members.
Directions & Parking
- Free Parking
- Paid Parking
- The Houston Zoo does not have its own parking lot; free parking is available in Hermann Park. Please note, parking is limited so consider arriving early or using public transportation. See parking options in Hermann Park.
Special Offers / Dining
Make sure to stop by Cypress Circle Café! This Green Restaurant Certified conscientious café focuses on providing locally sourced, sustainable fares that are delicious and wholesome for the entire family. You can skip the line and place your order online here.
Wherever you are in the Houston Zoo, you’re never far away from a snack. Cafes, carts and kiosks are located throughout the Zoo and feature items such as burgers, salads, hot dogs, soft pretzels, popcorn, fresh fruit, beverages and more.
Food Trucks
Themed food trucks with a variety of savory and sweet options. Visit the Masakan truck located near our jaguar habitat for Asian inspired cuisine, and our BBQ Americana trailer for smoked meats and classic sides.
Twiga Café
Visit Twiga’s spacious, cool dining room to snack on everything from hamburgers to salads to chicken tenders. Pizza, a variety of other kids’ options, and snacks like fresh fruit, cookies, trail mix, and more are also available. Sit outside and watch the giraffes or rhinos while you eat!
Albert & Ethel Herzstein Trading Post
Feeling the need for a sweet treat? Here’s your place. Located at the entrance of African Forest, the Trading Post offers Dole Whips as well as a variety of other snacks and treats, including cookies, large pretzels, and popcorn. You’ll also find beverages like soda, juice and Saint Arnold beer.
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