Service Update

The majority of our Zoo experiences are available with modified service and enhanced safety protocols. Some experiences are temporarily closed for your health and safety. Please see Zoo Reservations for more information on what changes have been made for your safety. 
 
 

 

ALL ABOARD! The Emerson Zooline Railroad offers a 20-minute narrated tour weaving through tunnels and past favorite animal exhibits on a 1½-mile round trip. One of the Zoo's most popular attractions, the Zooline Railroad has transported more than 39 million visitors since 1963. The railroad operates year-round, weather permitting.

The Zooline Railroad is ADA accessible. Passengers in wheelchairs have a large area on the train car, with fold down seats for companions. The Zoo has also added ramps with lower slopes.

Zooline Railroad Hours

Summer 2020 Hours: 

  • Sunday through Thursday: 9 a.m to 5 p.m.*
  • Friday and Saturday: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.*

*Please note that attractions are weather dependent and hours and operations are subject to change. 

Admission

  • Tickets are $7.95 and include all day on-off privileges. Tickets expire at end of day.*
  • Children under age 2 are free. Purchase tickets at any of four stations for a tour of the Zoo. Save with an Adventure Pass.

**You may leave the train, visit exhibits and re-board.  Large personal items are permitted if riding in a seat with at least one passenger at all times. Personal fold-up strollers and Zoo-rented strollers may not be taken on the train.

Engineer-for-a-Day

For kids 7-107!

Come aboard and learn to be an Engineer-for-a-Day! Get a “behind the scenes” look at what it takes to be a part of the Zooline Railroad at the Saint Louis Zoo.

All Aboard! Be an Engineer-for-a-Day