# Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Winter Wildlife Trails & Asian Bamboo Garden > Place to go for families in the Jacksonville area (FL). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Open daily 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; Last admission at 4:00 PM - Where: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, 370 Zoo Pkwy, Jacksonville, FL 32218 - Ages: All ages welcome (paved pathways perfect for strollers; interactive animal feeding stations) - Price: $29.95 general admission adults, $24.95 children (ages 3–12), free for infants under 3 - Schedule: Open daily 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; Last admission at 4:00 PM - Organizer: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens - Official page: https://www.jacksonvillezoo.org/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/jacksonville/activities/jacksonville-zoo-and-gardens-winter-wildlife-trails-and-asian-bamboo-g--listing-c8e7f90254d875543c5bd76e ## About Winter is the perfect season to explore the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, as mild, sunny Northeast Florida temperatures bring animals out into active, playful displays. Spanning 122 lushly landscaped coastal acres at the confluence of the Trout River, the zoo features the acclaimed Land of the Tiger, where curious Amur tigers and Malayan tigers stalk along innovative overhead trail walk bridges directly above visitors. Families can stroll peacefully through the tranquil Asian Bamboo Garden, feed gentle Masai giraffes from an elevated wooden boardwalk, and meet reticulated jaguars in the Range of the Jaguar exhibit. Young children love riding the historic miniature steam train and taking spins on the handcrafted animal carousel. With blooming winter camellias and shaded botanical trails, this walking adventure blends zoological wonder with verdant horticultural beauty. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Completely paved, flat asphalt and wooden boardwalk walking circuits throughout the entire 122-acre campus; single and double stroller rentals available at the main gate. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Climate-controlled nursing stations located near the main entrance and River Camp cafe, with abundant shaded benches and family rest cabanas along animal paths. • Age Suitability: Engaging for all generations, from infants in strollers to toddlers, school-age kids, and grandparents. • Sensory Tips: Quiet morning hours provide peaceful animal viewing; occasional train whistles and roaring big cats can produce loud audio, but expansive botanical gardens offer immediate calming zones. ## Similar picks in Jacksonville - [Colors of the Wild: ZOOLights at Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens](https://grassyknees.com/jacksonville/activities/colors-of-the-wild-zoolights-at-jacksonville-zoo-and-gardens--listing-ed2f44e928f9e16e004777b6) — Nov 27 – Jan 3 · 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM · Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens · All ages · From $25 · checked Nov 5. 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