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Great Plains Zoo

Zoo

4.4(3037 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 9 a.m. Sat
Great Plains Zoo

About

Animals in habitats & in displays. Zoo with wildlife from around the world plus a museum with over 100 mounted animals.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Great Plains Zoo:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    805 S Kiwanis Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, United States
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    Phone
    (605) 367-7003
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    Hours
    Monday:9 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Tuesday:9 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Wednesday:9 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Thursday:9 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Friday:9 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Saturday:9 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Sunday:9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance: Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair-accessible parking lot

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Cafe: Has cafe
  • Offers tours: Offers tours
  • Petting zoo: Has petting zoo

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids
  • Good for kids birthday: Good for kids birthday
  • Playground: Has playground

Nearby

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