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About Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, a cornerstone of Cincinnati’s culture since 1875, sits on a 75-acre campus at 3400 Vine St. As one of the oldest zoos in the United States, it blends animal exhibits with lush botanical displays and a calendar of seasonal events that draw visitors year-round. Whether you’re planning a family day, a private event, or a special gathering, we’ve got you covered with practical details on ticketing, parking, transit options, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations.
Private-event spaces at the Zoo offer defined seating capacities for your planning needs, while the venue remains a hub for community events and seasonal highlights like the PNC Festival of Lights and Zootanical galas. We’ll help you secure the right arrangements and provide local tips to make your visit smooth and enjoyable.
Important notes: Parking is the best available price per vehicle in main Vine Street lots (Vine, Erkenbrecher, Dury) with ADA accessibility; parking availability is not guaranteed on busy event days. Transit options include Metro bus routes 1, 46, 38X, 78 and Red Bike access. Nearby hotels, such as Graduate Cincinnati (Graduate by Hilton) about 1 mile away and Hampton Inn & Suites Cincinnati/Uptown-University Area about 0.5 miles away, offer convenient stays for visitors. For nearby dining and other lodging options, we’ve highlighted affiliate hotel and restaurant partners to help you plan a seamless visit. The Zoo continues to operate under its original name as Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, hosting a spectrum of events year-round, including seasonal festivals and botanical showcases.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 3400 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45220.
- Site type: Zoo & Botanical Garden; 75-acre campus; opened 1875; one of the oldest zoos in the U.S.
- Largest private-event seating spaces: Frisch’s Theater (up to 150 seated), Africa Deck & Patio (up to 200 seated), Jasmine Azalea picnic shelter (up to 396 seated).
- Seating charts: Private-event spaces have defined seating capacities; detailed floor plans and layouts are available via the Zoo’s Private Events page and third-party listings (e.g., Cvent shows 396 seating for a venue).
- Parking: $10 per vehicle; main Vine Street lots (Vine, Erkenbrecher, Dury) with ADA accessibility; parking cannot be guaranteed.
- Transit: Metro bus routes 1, 46, 38X, 78 and Red Bike access available to the Zoo.
- Nearby hotels: Graduate Cincinnati (Graduate by Hilton) ~1 mile from the Zoo; Hampton Inn & Suites Cincinnati/Uptown-University Area ~0.5 miles.
- Notable events hosted: PNC Festival of Lights (Nov–Jan), Zoo Blooms (spring tulip display with Tunes & Blooms concerts), Zootanical (botanical gala).
- Renamed/demolished: No demolition or renaming; the venue continues to operate as Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden.