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Zoo Knoxville
Best time to visit
Visit in the morning on weekdays, right after opening, for cooler temperatures and more active animals; late afternoon can be good in summer when animals are more active again.
Budget tips
Buy timed-entry tickets online to save a few dollars and skip lines; memberships pay off after a couple visits and often include guest passes, and the zoo posts occasional community or military discount days on its calendar.
Recommended for
Families, Animal lovers, Photography enthusiasts, School groups
Plan your visit
2-3 hours
About
Datos rápidos: Visitors can catch keeper talks and interactive demonstrations where animals show tool use and puzzle solving up close. A strong conservation focus shows up through rescue work and breeding partnerships, and habitats are designed to put animals close enough for memorable photos and behavior observation.
Destacados: A rousing sea lion show finishes with a keeper flinging a 30-pound salmon into the pool, sending sleek bodies twisting and a spray that drenches front-row seats. A quiet keeper walk lets you hear an older orangutan named Juniper cracking nuts with a kitchen-thud, the sound so intimate you feel like you’ve slipped backstage.
Insider tips
- Arrive early to catch the most animal feedings and keeper talks before midday crowds form.
- Wear comfortable shoes and bring a refillable water bottle; shade can be limited during summer.
- Head to the red panda and African Plains exhibits first to avoid long lines and get the best photos.
- Skip the train on busy weekends if lines are long, the compact walking loop covers major exhibits efficiently.
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La mejor manera de experimentar una ciudad con un guía local.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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