


Due to the forecast of inclement weather, the North Carolina Zoo will open at 10 a.m. on Jan. 28.
Capacity is limited, pre-purchased tickets/reservations are recommended.
Walk-up will be accommodated if space is available.
Face coverings are required.
Please take the time to review our reimagined guest experience and protocols before buying tickets to the North Carolina Zoo. (Spanish)
Gila monster behavior changes throughout the year depending on temperature and day length. To simulate these changes, their habitat replicates these seasonal changes in daylight hours. In addition, since they are nocturnal, it is nighttime in their habitat when we are open and daytime at night.