Pittsburgh Zoo Discount Tickets Information

Six major zoo and aquarium combinations are located throughout the United States. Pittsburgh Zoo is one of them. This 77-acre Kids Kingdom wins top national rankings for children's zoos with its perfect combination of interesting play areas, great animal observation area and instructive learning environments. In short, the zoo is a wonderful way to spend a day in the city.

Pittsburgh Zoo features more than 4,000 animals of 475 species, including 20 endangered or threatened species. There're seven different sections in the great zoo: Kid's Kingdom, PPG Aquarium, Asian Forest, Tropical Forest, Bears, African Savanna and Water's Edge. Each of these sections has a particular theme. What's more, you can visit the entire aquarium without any extra admission.

With numerous shows and exhibits, Pittsburgh Zoo is striving to entertain both children and adults. Visitors can get some discounts to enjoy the best offerings of the zoo. With great discounts, you will be able to get considerable savings on zoo admission tickets and other expenses.

1) Visit during the Off-season

From December 1 to March 31, admission rates drop $3 to $4 per person. During these four months, adults' full-fare tickets cost $10. Seniors over 60 and children between 2 and 13 only need $9. Why not save your money and plan zoo vacations during that time?

2) Military Discounts

Pittsburgh Zoo offers free admission for military personnel on several special dates. Bring your valid ID and receive free admission on Memorial Day, the Fourth of July and Veteran's Day. You can also get a discount of 20% off merchandise in the gift shop at Pittsburgh Zoo.

3) Purchase an Annual Membership

Become an exclusive member of Pittsburgh Zoo and enjoy free unlimited visits and other benefits all year round. Zoo members can also enjoy free or discounted admission to more than 130 reciprocal zoos and 10% discount at gift shops. Six different membership packages are offered to best fit for you. For more detailed info on zoo membership, please visit the official website.

Pittsburgh Zoo Membership

http://zoo.pgh.pa.us/membership

4) Visit with a Group

Pittsburgh Zoo prepares a variety of programs and discounts for student groups of all ages, including Learning Adventure Classroom Programs, College-Aged Groups, Summer Field Trips and Self-Guided Visits etc. Please visit the field trip page for more info on field trips and overnight experiences.

Field Trips

http://www.pittsburghzoo.org/Education/SchoolsandTeachers/FieldTrips

If you're not school groups, a discounted rate of $10 per ticket is offered for groups of 15 or more people. And the group organizer and bus driver can enjoy free admission with the group. To receive the discount, you must register and prepay at least two weeks in advance. To register, you can download the Group Sales Reservation Form and fax it to 412-365-2523. Or you can mail the form to Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium, Reservations, One Wild Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15206. If you have any further questions, please call 412-365-2527 or email at Reservation@pittsburghzoo.org.

Groups Rates at Pittsburgh Zoo

http://www.pittsburghzoo.com/PlanYourVisit/HoursandAdmissions/GroupRates

5) AAA/Giant Eagle Discounts

Mail order or pre-order discounted tickets to Pittsburgh Zoo are now available through AAA, which requires two or three weeks for processing. Or you can buy discounted tickets from the customer service counters at local Giant Eagle markets. There you can save $2 off both adults and children admission tickets.

6) Shop n Save

If you have Shop n'Save Perks card, bring it to the zoo gates. You'll receive $1 off the general admission.

Discounts of Pittsburgh Zoo

http://www.pittsburghzoo.com/PlanYourVisit/Discount