Alerts
Animal Updates,
Notices & Closures

Until Further Notice

Temporary Front Entrance & Zoomobile Station Relocation

Due to the construction of the new Community Conservation Centre at your Toronto Zoo, we have rerouted guests to a temporary front entrance. When you arrive, please follow the on-site signs directing you through the Kids Zoo Discovery Zone.

During this construction period:

  • Accessibility parking spots have been added in section C, which is the closest section to our temporary entrance.
  • The Peacock Café will be temporarily closed.
  • Guests can access Tim’s Express at the Tundra Zoomobile stop and the Caffeine Cruiser outside Zootique (weather permitting).
  • The Zoomobile main station has been temporarily relocated to Indo-Malaya.

We appreciate your patience during this time of exciting growth!

Please note that some of our outdoor animals may not always be viewable, as they have access to climate-controlled, behind-the-scenes habitats based on their seasonal needs.
Indomalaya Boardwalk and Partial Africa Savanna Loop Closure Due to Paving
Closed Monday, April 28 – Wednesday, April 30
During this time, the Africa Savanna will only be accessible via the David C. Onley Boardwalk. The Africa Restaurant and associated washrooms will be closed. The nearest accessible washrooms are located at Simba Safari Restaurant. The African Rainforest Pavilion and its washrooms will remain open; however, they can only be accessed by completing the Savanna loop and returning the same way you came.
Africa Savanna Loop Partial Closure Due to Special Exhibit Removal
Closed Tuesday, May 6
Although the Africa Savanna loop will be closed, the African Rainforest Pavilion, African Zoomobile stop, and the Canadian Domain will remain open and accessible to guests.

Tundra Trek Access
Accessible only via the wolf habitat path closest to Caribou Café due to construction in the polar bear habitat. Polar bears remain viewable in their grass habitat.

Animal Viewing Updates

The following animals may not be viewable at this time:

Africa Savanna
Common Eland
Kudu
Maribou stork
River Hippo
Warthog
White-headed vulture
White Rhino
Zebras

Australasia Pavilion
Komodo dragon

Canadian Domain
American Moose

Indo-Malaya Outdoor
Greater one-horned rhinoceros

🚧Hard Hat Update!🚧

Your Toronto Zoo turned 50 on August 15, 2024 and there are exciting changes happening! 

During your visit you will notice significant fencing and construction at our front entrance, but please note there are no animal habitats impacted due to this construction. We are proud to be investing in a new Community Conservation Centre at our front entrance area that will be a state-of-the-art community space, including classroom spaces in partnership with local educational institution partners, other community spaces, and a new otter habitat! This space will be an opportunity to engage more people with our mission of connecting people, animals, and conservation science to fight extinction. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause as we work to improve your Zoo experience. Keep an eye on our website and social media for exciting updates and more details on this project!