Holiday Gift Guide


Add some wild to your gift giving this year with unique gifts from Great Plains Zoo and Butterfly House & Aquarium!

    Limited Time Holiday Package


    Now through December 31, enjoy four (4) tickets to either GPZ or BHA campuses, $45 in Zoo Bucks, and a free ECO Tote voucher!

      Santa at the Zoo


      Visit Santa Claus - and your favorite animals - at the zoo from 10 am - 2 pm on December 7! Included with zoo admission or membership.

        Holiday Membership Deals


        Treat yourself or a loved one to a membership this holiday season and receive bonus Zoo Bucks! Offer runs now through December 31.
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          Roar Café - Order Ahead


          Skip the line and order online! Don't forget to enter your membership discount code for even more savings!
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            Hear the roar!


            All new African Lion exhibit is now OPEN!
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              Adopt an Animal


              Help care for your favorite animal friend!
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                Visiting Time


                10 am

                Zoo Opens

                4 pm

                Last Admission

                5 pm

                Zoo Closes

                Our Mission:

                Creating connection and inspiring conservation of wild species and spaces.

                Great Plains Zoo is a leader in conservation, education, and discovery in Sioux Falls! The Zoo’s collection includes tigers, giraffe, rhinos, zebras, and an award-winning snow monkey exhibit.

                Humboldt penguin

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                Upcoming Events


                December 7 - Santa at the Zoo

                December 14 - Holiday at BHA (BHA)

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                "We love to visit the zoo. They have great outdoor exhibits and lots to do inside as well. Great for kids and adults."
                – Robin A.
                "Lots of great exhibits and animals to see! Fun gift shop and learning center."
                – Stephanie N.
                "Love this zoo! Great place to get a walk in and the animals are everywhere! Has a lot of shade for when it's hot out. Very clean. Friendly staff."
                – Taylor F.
                  squirrel monkey