Toronto Zoo | Alerts

Notices & Closures

African Rainforest Pavilion Gorilla Glass Replacement
Indoor Gorilla Rainforest habitat closed for maintenance; limited pavilion access available, gorillas remain viewable.

The indoor Gorilla Rainforest habitat is closed for maintenance due to glass replacement work. Guests entering the African Rainforest Pavilion from the boardwalk side will be able to view the gorillas from their day room, but will not be able to proceed past the day room windows. Gorillas may also be viewable in their outdoor habitat, weather permitting.

Guests entering from the Giraffe House side will have access through the pavilion up to the Lake Malawi habitat.

Guests will need to exit the pavilion through the same entrance they used to enter. Signage will be in place to assist with wayfinding.

Indo-Malaya Pavilion Construction
Indoor orangutan habitat and pavilion connection closed; outdoor orangutan viewing remains available.

The Sumatran orangutan indoor habitat and a portion of the Indo-Malaya Pavilion are closed due to construction. Both entrances remain open, but guests will need to enter and exit through each entrance separately.

Eurasia Wilds Loop Pathway Closure
Detour available via Dr. Schofield Memorial Garden.

A portion of the Eurasia Wilds loop pathway between the former red panda habitat, currently under construction, and the camels is closed due to construction. Access to the Eurasia Zoomobile station and Highland cows is now open via a detour through the Dr. Schofield Memorial Garden. Please note that you will need to turn back the way you came if you are not boarding the Zoomobile at the Eurasia stop.

Now Through Friday, September 4
Zootique Gift Shop/Learning & Engagement washrooms unavailable on weekdays.

Washrooms in the Zootique/Learning & Engagement building will be unavailable Monday to Friday due to Zoo Camp requirements. The nearest accessible washroom is located in the Discovery Zone, near the entrance to Splash Island.

African Rainforest Pavilion Accessible Route Notice
Alternate route available for guests with strollers or mobility devices.

The ramped path from the carousel fish area to the ibis habitat is closed due to maintenance. Guests with strollers or mobility devices will be directed along an alternate route around the pygmy hippo habitat, near the lemurs.

Zoomobile Accessibility Notice
Some wheelchair lifts may be unavailable.

The wheelchair lifts on some Zoomobiles are currently undergoing improvements and may be unavailable. If you have accessibility needs while riding the Zoomobile, please speak with a Zoomobile attendant. We are committed to ensuring our services are accessible to everyone and apologize for any inconvenience.

Multi-Faith Prayer and Spiritual Space Closed Until Further Notice.

Polar Bear Underwater Viewing & Pool Closed
Polar bears may still be viewable in other habitats.

The polar bear underwater viewing area and pool is closed for maintenance.
Polar bears may be viewed in their grass and weather station habitats.

First Nations Traditional Knowledge Trail in Canadian Domain Closed for Maintenance.

🌡️Please note that some of our outdoor animals may not be viewable, as they have access to climate-controlled, behind-the-scenes habitats based on their seasonal needs.

Front Entrance Construction Notice
No animal habitats impacted

During your visit, you may notice significant fencing and construction activity at our front entrance. Please note that no animal habitats are impacted.

Full Details

Saturday, September 12
Your Toronto Zoo will open late at 11:00am after the annual Oasis ZooRun.

Other Operational Impacts

For their well-being during ZooRun, some animals may not be visible in their habitats as we provide them with choice and control of their space.
Guests may experience slight delays on pathways as ZooRun finishes and the race route is cleared.
Tundra Trek & Mayan Temple: Access to the caribou habitat and Mayan Temple may remain closed for the entire day.
Canadian Domain: Opens at 1:30pm.
Zoomobile: Begins operating at 1:30pm.