which opened in December.<\/a> The exhibit brought gorillas back to the San Antonio Zoo for the first time in more than 35 years.<\/p>\nThe large exhibit allows guests to walk through immersive viewing areas. Guests looking for a break can also find several snack stands throughout the zoo.<\/p>\n
Snack prices can vary. Regular popcorn costs $6.99, and fountain drinks are priced at $4.99. Souvenir popcorn buckets are available for $10, while souvenir drink cups in the Congo Falls area cost $19. <\/p>\n
For the souvenir cup and bucket, refills cost a $1.99.<\/p>\n
The zoo also features several gift shops, which feature items from Project Selva \u2014 a program that supports artisans in local villages.<\/p>\n
According to zoo employees, 100% of the proceeds from Project Selva items go directly back to the communities where the products are made.<\/p>\n
The San Antonio Zoo is home to more than 750 species from around the world, including giraffes, flamingos, rhinos and crocodiles. Families can also enjoy the zoo\u2019s carousel, which features 60 hand-painted and custom-designed animal figures. Carousel rides cost $3 per person.<\/p>\n
The miniature train and tracks are located just outside of the zoo for a quick trip around Brackenridge Park at $6 per ride.<\/p>\n
The San Antonio Zoo also offers Locals Days when admission is reduced to just $8. The next three Locals Day dates will be:<\/p>\n
Tuesday, May 19<\/p>\n
Sunday, June 14<\/p>\n
Wednesday, July 15<\/p>\n
More recent Things To Do coverage on KSAT: <\/p>\n
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