Quick facts
- Ticket price: Park free; zoo and museums ticketed separately.
- Hours: Park daylight; zoo typical daytime hours.
- Recommended visit: Half to full day with zoo.
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Brackenridge Park
Green escape minutes north of downtown along the river.
Brackenridge Park bundles San Antonio Zoo, Witte Museum access, and shaded picnic lawns.
Essential details
Getting there
- Address: 3700 N St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78209.
- Nearest transport: VIA Broadway buses; on-site parking.
- On foot: Paved paths through gardens and zoo entry.
Accessibility & comfort
- Access: Many paths accessible; zoo hilly in sections.
- Crowds: Zoo busiest mid-morning weekends.
- Facilities: Restrooms and concessions in zoo and garden.
How to fit Brackenridge Park into your day
- Morning: Japanese Tea Garden photos early.
- Midday: Zoo visit during cooler hours.
- Afternoon: Witte Museum if energy remains.
Before you go
- Combo tickets may exist for zoo and other attractions.
- Train ride fun for kids - small fee.
- Share picnic supplies - lawns are shaded.