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Frank Buck Zoo

Tourist attraction

4.5(2105 reviews)
Open Open ⋅ Closes 4 PM
Frank Buck Zoo

About

Small city zoo with African wildlife. Small city zoo featuring African savannah animals, flamingo-feeding sessions & a gift shop.

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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 Frank Buck 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
    1000 W California St, Gainesville, TX 76240
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    Phone
    (940) 668-4539
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    Hours
    Monday:9:30 AM–4 PM
    Tuesday:9:30 AM–4 PM
    Wednesday:9:30 AM–4 PM
    Thursday:9:30 AM–4 PM
    Friday:9:30 AM–4 PM
    Saturday:9:30 AM–4 PM
    Sunday:9:30 AM–4 PM

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

  • 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

Parking

  • Free parking lot: Free parking lot

Nearby

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