{"id":299209,"date":"2026-06-07T14:49:09","date_gmt":"2026-06-07T14:49:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/299209\/"},"modified":"2026-06-07T14:49:09","modified_gmt":"2026-06-07T14:49:09","slug":"jacksonville-zoo-and-botanical-gardens-offers-summer-tips-for-a-cool-visit-action-news-jax","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/299209\/","title":{"rendered":"Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens offers summer tips for a cool visit \u2013 Action News Jax"},"content":{"rendered":"

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. \u2014 Planning a visit to the zoo? With a $10 admission, it\u2019s a deal you won\u2019t want to miss, but preparation is key to conquering the Florida heat and ensuring a smooth, enjoyable day for everyone.<\/p>\n

The Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens recommends wearing something cool, putting sunscreen on, and bringing a refillable water bottle to beat the summer heat. There is also a Cool Zone in Riverview Courtyard.<\/p>\n

The Zoo reminds visitors to secure tickets online; walk-up tickets are not available. Also, cash is not accepted, so visitors will only be able to use cards or their phones for payments.<\/p>\n

Carpooling is also recommended, as parking and food lanes might get a little wild.<\/p>\n

Lastly, the zoo wants visitors to be kind to animals, staff, and others as they enjoy their day exploring.<\/p>\n

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