Close encounters with amazing wildlife meet outdoor family fun at one of Georgia's oldest and most beloved destinations. Highlights include giant pandas, two of the nation's most acclaimed collections of great apes, a renowned diversity of reptiles and amphibians, and over 800 animals from around the world. Don't miss the train, carousel and brand-new playgrounds, and meet the friendly creatures of the Outback Station petting zoo. Special events, NightCrawler overnights, Safari Day Camps, keeper talks and interactive wildlife shows run year-round. Located in historic Grant Park just minutes from Downtown, Zoo Atlanta provides free parking and convenient access to MARTA. The Zoo is open 363 days a year with the exceptions of Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Zoo Atlanta is a proud member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).