# Milwaukee County Zoo: Winter Discovery Walks & Heated Pavilions > Place to go for families in the Milwaukee–Waukesha area (WI). Times are Central Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53226 - Ages: All ages; completely paved stroller-friendly paths and heated animal pavilions - Price: Reduced winter admission: $14.25 adults, $11.25 children (ages 3–12), free for children 2 & under; parking $15 - Organizer: Milwaukee County Zoo & Zoological Society of Milwaukee - Official page: https://milwaukeezoo.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/milwaukee/activities/milwaukee-county-zoo-winter-discovery-walks-and-heated-pavilions--listing-aa115345adc8b2d07c24a59b ## About Spanning 190 wooded acres, the Milwaukee County Zoo transforms into a peaceful winter wonderland with reduced seasonal admission and fewer crowds. Winter is one of the best times to watch cold-weather wildlife thrive, including active polar bears diving into underwater pools, snow leopards leaping across rocky ledges, and majestic caribou trotting in the snow. Whenever temperatures drop, families can easily warm up inside numerous heated indoor animal pavilions. Explore the Primates of the World building, discover vibrant coral reefs and freshwater giant fish in the Aquatic & Reptile Center, or meet friendly farm animals inside the heated Northwestern Mutual Family Farm barn. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Paved, cleared pathways throughout the entire park; single and double strollers available for rent at the main entrance. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Dedicated Mamava nursing pod and private lactation rooms located in the main Peck Welcome Center, with heated restrooms throughout. • Age Suitability: Outstanding for all ages from infants to grandparents; interactive low viewing windows designed specifically for toddlers. • Sensory Tips: Alternating between crisp outdoor winter paths and warm, humid indoor pavilions keeps everyone comfortable; sensory bags available at guest services. ## Similar picks in Milwaukee - [Wild Lights Holiday Walk at Milwaukee County Zoo](https://grassyknees.com/milwaukee/activities/wild-lights-holiday-walk-at-milwaukee-county-zoo--listing-b8931a296a16618b2c7b9861) — Nov 20 – Dec 31 · 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM · Milwaukee County Zoo · All ages · From $15 · checked Nov 7. 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