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Hello there! It’s your friendly neighborhood animal care professional here to share some fun chinchilla facts. The big thing that is widely known about chinchillas is that they are very soft. The softness of the fur can be attributed to how thick the coat is; their coats protect them from the wind, temperatures, and other … Continue reading "How to stay chinchillin’"

Projects will be supported by The Mabel Dorn Reeder Conservation Endowment Fund  ATLANTA – January 13, 2026 – Zoo Atlanta is proud to announce a commitment of support for seven conservation programs protecting wildlife in Borneo, Kenya, Namibia, Nepal, Sumatra, Madagascar, and Cambodia in 2026. Projects for orangutans, lions, rhinos, red pandas, Sumatran tigers, radiated tortoises, and clouded leopards are the 2026 beneficiaries of the Zoo’s Mabel Dorn Reeder Conservation Endowment Fund.   The Mabel Dorn Reeder … Continue reading "ZOO ATLANTA ANNOUNCES A COMMITMENT TO SEVEN INTERNATIONAL CONSERVATION EFFORTS IN 2026"

Projects will be supported by The Mabel Dorn Reeder Conservation Endowment Fund  ATLANTA – January 13, 2026 – Zoo Atlanta is proud to announce a commitment of support for seven conservation programs protecting wildlife in Borneo, Kenya, Namibia, Nepal, Sumatra, Madagascar, and Cambodia in 2026. Projects for orangutans, lions, rhinos, red pandas, Sumatran tigers, radiated tortoises, and clouded leopards are the 2026 beneficiaries of the Zoo’s Mabel Dorn Reeder Conservation Endowment Fund.   The Mabel Dorn Reeder … Continue reading "ZOO ATLANTA ANNOUNCES A COMMITMENT TO SEVEN INTERNATIONAL CONSERVATION EFFORTS IN 2026"

Map out Your Day Use the Interactive Map and Daily Schedule below to plan your trip to the Zoo. By visiting Zoo Atlanta, you agree to abide by Zoo Atlanta’s Rules of Guest Conduct, which include adherence to Georgia state law O.C.G.A §16-7-21.2. Read full list of rules.   

Only two weekends remain to experience the wonders of IllumiNights: A Lantern Festival presented by Georgia Power before the festival closes for the season after January 18, 2026. Usher in a new year inspired by the splendors of the natural world in the form of hundreds of hand-crafted lanterns on a mile-long stroll in an … Continue reading "JUST TWO WEEKENDS REMAIN TO EXPERIENCE ILLUMINIGHTS: A LANTERN FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY GEORGIA POWER "

Only two weekends remain to experience the wonders of IllumiNights: A Lantern Festival presented by Georgia Power before the festival closes for the season after January 18, 2026. Usher in a new year inspired by the splendors of the natural world in the form of hundreds of hand-crafted lanterns on a mile-long stroll in an … Continue reading "JUST TWO WEEKENDS REMAIN TO EXPERIENCE ILLUMINIGHTS: A LANTERN FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY GEORGIA POWER "

Let’s be honest. When most people come to the Zoo, it isn’t usually with the intention of seeing birds. Hearing the word “zoo,” most people immediately think of the lions, tigers, and bears … oh my! Before working at Zoo Atlanta, I worked with mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and even briefly worked with fish, so you … Continue reading "Colorful, musical, elegant, and spectacular: Take time to appreciate our birds!"

      Full-Time Team Members Part-Time Team Members Seasonal Team Members Annual Zoo Atlanta Tickets x x x Zoo Atlanta Wide Discounts (Food, Retail, Etc.) x x x 403(b) x x   Complimentary Zoo Atlanta Membership x     Medical Coverage x     Dental Coverage x     Vision Coverage x     … Continue reading "Team Member Benefits & Perks"

I love being part of a team that values the guest experience just as much as internal collaboration. It’s incredibly rewarding to see the difference we make—from that very first inquiry to the smiles we help create at the front gates. – Visitor Services Team Member Zoo Atlanta is a place that no matter what team … Continue reading "Team Member Testimonials"

When you support Zoo Atlanta, you are making a direct impact on the superior stewardship of the animals here at home and the conservation of wildlife and wild places around the world. As a nonprofit organization, Zoo Atlanta maximizes every dollar received to further the well-being of animals through conservation and research, educational initiatives and operational support. There are so many ways to support the Zoo: volunteer, Sponsor an Animal, or help grow our endowment fund, just to name a few options. No effort is considered small! From the mighty elephant to the tiniest tree frog, the Zoo Atlanta family ... Continue reading Support