# Nashville Zoo Winter Wild Walks & Grassmere Historic Farmstead > Place to go for families in the Nashville–Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin area (TN). Times are Central Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Nashville Zoo at Grassmere, 3777 Nolensville Pk, Nashville, TN 37211 - Ages: All ages welcome (Stroller friendly; giant Jungle Gym playground for children of all ages) - Price: Adults $20-$24; Children (2-12) $16-$19; Children under 2 free; Parking $8 - Organizer: Nashville Zoo at Grassmere - Official page: https://www.nashvillezoo.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/nashville/activities/nashville-zoo-winter-wild-walks-and-grassmere-historic-farmstead--listing-4854bec6a85423f96e99a284 ## About Winter is one of the most rewarding and uncrowded seasons to explore the Nashville Zoo at Grassmere. Across 188 scenic acres of rolling woodlands, brisk January and February temperatures bring active behavior from cold-tolerant species such as Andean bears, red pandas, clouded leopards, white rhinos, and Siberian tigers who thrive in cooler air. Families can walk along miles of paved, bamboo-shaded boardwalks and winding forest trails, stopping by heated indoor habitats like the Unseen New World reptile and amphibian building to warm their hands while observing tropical dart frogs, giant snakes, and aquatic turtles. Children adore the Grassmere Historic Farmstead, an authentic 1810 farm featuring heritage chickens, Cotswold sheep, and heirloom barnyard exhibits. Before concluding the day, kids can burn off winter energy at the Zoo's colossal 66,000-square-foot Jungle Gym playground with towering slides, rope bridges, and swings. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Excellent accessibility throughout the entire zoo grounds with paved asphalt walkways, smooth wooden boardwalks, and low-grade inclines; single and double strollers are available to rent. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Dedicated Mamava nursing pods and private nursing rooms located near the entrance, Jungle Gym, and Historic Farm; heated indoor restrooms feature fold-down changing stations. • Age Suitability: Engaging for all age groups from toddlers and young children to teenagers and adults. • Sensory Tips: The zoo is a Certified Sensory Inclusive facility; sensory bags with noise-canceling headphones, weighted lap pads, and feeling cards are available at guest services. ## Similar picks in Nashville - [Radnor Lake State Park Winter Bald Eagle Walks & Aviary Center](https://grassyknees.com/nashville/activities/radnor-lake-state-park-winter-bald-eagle-walks-and-aviary-center--listing-769299a0d6e9b8987bccf237) — Open on its own schedule · Radnor Lake State Park & Barbara J. 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