Explore Racine: Visit the Racine Zoo
The Racine Zoo is located in Racine, Wisconsin on the shores of Lake Michigan. The zoo occupies 32 acres and is home to over a hundred species of animals and wildlife.
The zoo grounds contain a children’s area that includes a playground, a petting zoo, and the hands-on Benstead Discovery Center. You can visit the famous orangutans Max and Jenny, the beloved giraffes Bo and Mac, or you can walk the grounds and encounter a variety of mammals, birds, reptiles, fish and amphibians. There is a miniature express train, a 2000-gallon salt water fish habitat, and a large gift shop called the Zootique.
Every summer the zoo features jazz concerts on the weekends. Other special events include Boo at the Zoo, the annual breakfast with Santa and the animals, and Earth Day festivities. The Racine Zoo is committed to preserving endangered species and has programs in place designed to encourage wildlife conservation through a variety of educational programs that are offered to the public.
The zoo is open daily and hours of operation vary seasonally. Admission is free for members and children two and under. Adult non-members are 3.00, seniors are 2.50 and children are 2.00. Parking is always free.