A Wild Day at the Baton Rouge Zoo 🐅🐘☀️


 

If you're ever in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and looking for a fun (and affordable!) family-friendly stop, the Baton Rouge Zoo is a great option—just be sure to bring your water bottles and a towel for the humidity. 😂 We visited in June, and y’all… the humidity was next level. But despite the heat, we had such a sweet time exploring the zoo with my mom, sister, and kids. It was the kind of memory-making day I’m so grateful for.

📍 Parking is FREE, which already felt like a win. Admission was very reasonable—about $50 total for 4 adults and 2 kids. That’s hard to beat for a full afternoon of animal fun!

🛠️ The entrance is currently being remodeled, but don’t let that deter you. Once you're inside, it's a great setup for families with littles—plenty of shade, clearly marked paths, and a good mix of animals to enjoy.

🚂 The train was a bit of a letdown, if I’m being honest. At $3 a person, it didn’t go through any animal enclosures, just around the back of the zoo and some fencing. If you're on a budget, this is one part you could easily skip.

🍔 Food-wise, we were pleasantly surprised! It wasn’t overpriced like so many zoos or attractions can be. One of the best parts? You can get a refillable drink option—pay around $2 for each refill, which came in handy on a hot and sticky Louisiana day.

We loved seeing the giraffes, big cats, and birds. It’s not the biggest zoo we’ve ever been to, but it was definitely a little gem for our crew. (We lived near the San Diego Zoo for a time so that’s my comparison.) 

If you’re ever passing through Baton Rouge or looking for a fun field trip or weekend adventure, we’d recommend checking it out—just bring extra water and maybe a fan. 😅

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