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Houston Zoo
Houston Zoo brings an animal-focused visit into Hermann Park. The Galápagos Islands habitat is a specific reason to go, with penguins, sea lions and giant tortoises.
The Galápagos Islands habitat gives a clear focus to a zoo outing, bringing together animals associated with island and marine environments. Its location within Hermann Park also lets you combine the zoo with time in the surrounding park, rather than making another cross-city transfer between attractions.
What to look for
Humboldt penguins inhabit the Galápagos Islands habitat.
Sea lions and giant tortoises provide contrasting animals to seek out.
Useful to know
Make the zoo your main Hermann Park activity, adding the surrounding park as time and energy allow.
Check the dated daytime calendar separately from Zoo Lights evening events.
Your next visit
Estimated · Declared scenario and planning estimates; no live opening, weather, queue or booking service.
Outdoor visit · 60–150 min
World planning estimate; admission, opening, visit duration and access need checking.