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Brevard Zoo

Zoos & aquariums ·Melbourne ·Closed
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#1Things to do in MelbourneMost reviewed in MelbourneTravelers' Choice 2026
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About

Brevard Zoo in Melbourne, east of Orlando, Florida, houses more than 900 animals from over 170 species across five continents.

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Brevard Zoo — Parrots perched beside a visitor on a shaded zoo path Rusty Clark from merritt usland FLA · CC BY 2.0 · edited
Brevard Zoo — Parrots perched beside a visitor on a shaded zoo pathBrevard Zoo — Wooden zoo boardwalk leading toward a large treeBrevard Zoo — Elevated wooden walkway winding through tropical greeneryBrevard Zoo — Visitors walking together along a shaded boardwalkBrevard Zoo — Blue zoo building with white shutters beneath a clear skyBrevard Zoo — Outdoor picnic tables and umbrellas beneath the treesBrevard Zoo — Wooden benches lining a paved path beside dense plants

Why go

  • Hand-feed giraffes under keeper supervision in Expedition Africa.
  • Walk among and feed cockatiels and rainbow lorikeets in the aviary.
  • Explore Rainforest Revealed, the zoo’s most biodiverse major area, featuring Central and South American wildlife.
  • Follow the lagoon boardwalk past American alligators and American crocodiles at the entrance to Wild Florida and Rainforest Revealed.

Opening hours

Today09:30 – 17:00Show all
Monday09:30 – 17:00
Tuesday09:30 – 17:00
Wednesday09:30 – 17:00
Thursday09:30 – 17:00
Friday09:30 – 17:00
Saturday09:30 – 17:00
Sunday09:30 – 17:00

Don't miss

  • Wild FloridaSee animals associated with Florida, including mammals, reptiles, birds and fish.Wild Florida
  • Lion habitatSee the lion habitat and boardwalk extension.Expedition Africa
  • Kangaroo WalkaboutWalk through a habitat with emus and red kangaroos.Kangaroo Walkabout
  • Pine-tree climbClimb a pine tree for an elevated view across the zoo.

With kids

  • Guests aged seven and older can join the guided Rainforest Revealed Experience through a recreated rainforest or a small-group tour focused on rhinoceroses.

Know before you go

  • Open daily, 09:30–17:00.
  • Tickets can be bought through the zoo’s own website.

Tips for your visit

  • Five main areas and a smaller trail branch off a loop around the Chilean flamingo pond.
  • Kayak trips follow waterways through the zoo’s wetlands, with guided and independent options. Expedition Africa also has kayaking on a man-made river.
  • The zoo rehabilitates rescued American black bears, including three non-releasable resident bears.
  • With the Amphibian Foundation and the US Fish and Wildlife Service, the zoo breeds endangered reticulated flatwoods salamanders for release.
  • The zoo and Florida wildlife agencies protect selected Florida scrub-jay populations and collect genetic samples.
  • The zoo has bred Florida grasshopper sparrows since 2019 and had released more than 100 by 2022.

Shorts

Sources: Brevard Zoo - Wikipedia · Brevard Zoo - Wikipedia · checked 29 Sep 2026

Where
8225 N Wickham Rd, FL, Melbourne

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Questions and answers

How are the animals at Brevard Zoo grouped?

By geographic range, with compatible species sometimes sharing habitats.

What does the miniature train ride at Brevard Zoo offer?

A 10-minute trip to see animals that are less accessible from the boardwalk.

Is the Caribbean area at Brevard Zoo a through-route?

No. Treasures of the Caribbean has a single dead-end path.

Does Brevard Zoo have an education centre?

Yes.

Was Wild Florida part of the original Brevard Zoo?

Yes. It opened as one of the zoo’s original attractions.

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