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Santa Ana Zoo

Save wildlife and wild spaces with us through fun, adventure, and learning.

Open daily

Zoo hours

Every day: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Ride hours

  • Friday: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  • Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location

1801 East Chestnut Avenue
Santa Ana, CA 92701

Flight! A live butterfly experience

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Learn about butterflies in this immersive habitat.

When

Open daily May through September, 2025, staffing and weather permitting.

What can I expect?

Read more about hours, reservations, rules, and tips for Flight here.

 

Events

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Santa Ana Residents Day

The third Sunday of every month is free for residents of Santa Ana. Current photo ID required per each adult resident.

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Extended hours in July

Join us for fun after 5 o'clock on weekends and select Wednesdays in July.

About

Through fun, adventure, and learning, the Santa Ana Zoo empowers its community to save wildlife and wild spaces.

The Santa Ana Zoo is part of the City of Santa Ana's Parks, Recreation, and Community Services team. Supported by nonprofit Friends of Santa Ana Zoo, the Monkey Zoo has been a community touchstone since opening in 1952.

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About the Santa Ana Zoo

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