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When Is São Paulo Zoo Open? Hours, Sessions & Tips

Today

Open 09:00–18:00

Last Admission

17:00

Sao Paulo Zoo

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São Paulo Zoo is open daily. Monday to Friday hours are usually 9am to 5pm, while weekends and holidays typically run from 8:30am to 5pm. Simba Safari operates daily with scheduled sessions, and the São Paulo Botanical Garden is open daily, though the museum and greenhouses open only on weekends and holidays. Always confirm updated schedules before visiting.

Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings

Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31)

TIMINGS

Last Admission

Monday (Today)09:00–18:0017:00
Tuesday09:00–18:0017:00
Wednesday09:00–18:0017:00
Thursday09:00–18:0017:00
Friday09:00–18:0017:00
Saturday08:30–18:0017:00
Sunday08:30–18:0017:00
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Regular Hours: São Paulo Zoo is usually open daily from 9am to 5pm on weekdays and 8:30am to 5pm on weekends and holidays. Simba Safari and the Botanical Garden also operate daily, though some garden spaces open only on weekends and holidays. Check official websites before visiting.

Last Entry: Arrive early, especially if combining the zoo with Simba Safari or the Botanical Garden.

Special Hours/Closures: Some areas may close temporarily for maintenance, weather, or operational reasons. Always check official updates before your visit.

How Long Should I Spend at São Paulo Zoo?

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Plan a full day. The 47-hectare terrain is larger than it looks, with jaguar enclosures, elephant habitats, aviaries, and reptile zones spread across forested paths. Arrive at opening when animals are most active.

Pro tip: Hit the large mammal sections first before crowds and heat build after 11am.

São Paulo Zoo + Simba Safari

One full day, structured carefully. Book the first morning safari session since it runs on scheduled vehicles, not self-paced, and animals are most active and visible early. Finish the safari by late morning, then spend the afternoon exploring the zoo.

São Paulo Zoo + Simba Safari + Botanical Garden

To be honest, two days minimum for a comprehensive visit. Give the zoo and safari one full day, then the Botanical Garden its own weekend morning when the museum and greenhouses open alongside the trails. With the 12-month annual pass, there is no rush to see everything at once, and you can take time to trek and explore hidden trails and lakes across the grounds.

Pro tip: Push through to the hidden Hidrofitotério, an aquatic garden most visitors never reach, while the museum and greenhouses open at 10am.

Frequently Asked Questions About São Paulo Zoo Opening Hours

São Paulo Zoo opens at 9am on weekdays and 8:30am on weekends and public holidays. Earlier weekend hours help spread visitor flow across the day.