Discover the Wonders of Riverbanks Zoo & Garden

Getting There

• Car

  From Columbia Riverfront Park, head northwest on Gervais St toward the Assembly St. Continue straight to stay on Gervais St, then take a slight right onto Huger St. Follow Huger St for about 1 mile until you reach the intersection with Wildlife Pkwy. Turn right onto Wildlife Pkwy, and the entrance to Riverbanks Zoo & Garden will be on your left after about 0.5 miles. There is parking available at the zoo, which incurs a fee of $5.

• Public Transportation

  If you prefer public transportation, start by walking to the nearest bus stop on Gervais St. Catch the CATA bus route 1 towards the Riverbanks Zoo. The bus will take you directly to the zoo's entrance. The fare is $1.50 one way. Once you arrive at the stop, it’s a short walk to the entrance of Riverbanks Zoo & Garden.

• Bike

  For a more active option, you can rent a bike at one of the bike-sharing stations in Columbia Riverfront Park. Head northwest on Gervais St, then take a right onto Huger St. Continue until you reach Wildlife Pkwy. Turn right and follow Wildlife Pkwy to the zoo. The ride is approximately 2.5 miles and will take around 15-20 minutes. Make sure to secure your bike at the bike rack available at the zoo.