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Frequently Asked Questions
Browse the list of frequently asked questions and prepare for your visit to Wonders of Wildlife
From health and safety of our guests to that of our exhibits and animals, check out the below for our response to the most common inquiries. Not seeing an answer to your question? Use our contact information here and we would be happy to help.
This Week's Hours
Last entry for guests will be 15 minutes before closing
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Saturday OPEN 9:00 am-7:00 pm
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Sunday OPEN 10:00 am-6:00 pm
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Monday OPEN 10:00 am-5:00 pm
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Tuesday OPEN 10:00 am-5:00 pm
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Wednesday OPEN 10:00 am-5:00 pm
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Thursday OPEN 10:00 am-5:00 pm
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Friday OPEN 10:00 am-5:30 pm
- Saturday, December 7, 2024
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OPEN 9:00 am-7:00 pm
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- Sunday, December 8, 2024
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OPEN 10:00 am-6:00 pm
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- Monday, December 9, 2024
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OPEN 10:00 am-5:00 pm
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- Tuesday, December 10, 2024
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OPEN 10:00 am-5:00 pm
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- Wednesday, December 11, 2024
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OPEN 10:00 am-5:00 pm
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- Thursday, December 12, 2024
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OPEN 10:00 am-5:00 pm
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- Friday, December 13, 2024
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OPEN 10:00 am-5:30 pm
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- Saturday, December 14, 2024
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OPEN 9:00 am-7:00 pm
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- Sunday, December 15, 2024
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OPEN 10:00 am-6:00 pm
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- Monday, December 16, 2024
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OPEN 9:00 am-7:00 pm
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- Tuesday, December 17, 2024
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OPEN 9:00 am-5:30 pm
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- Wednesday, December 18, 2024
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OPEN 9:00 am-5:30 pm
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- Thursday, December 19, 2024
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OPEN 9:00 am-7:00 pm
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- Friday, December 20, 2024
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OPEN 9:00 am-5:30 pm
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- Saturday, December 21, 2024
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OPEN 9:00 am-7:00 pm
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- Sunday, December 22, 2024
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OPEN 9:00 am-7:00 pm
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- Monday, December 23, 2024
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OPEN 9:00 am-7:00 pm
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- Tuesday, December 24, 2024
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OPEN 9:00 am-6:00 pm
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- Wednesday, December 25, 2024
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CLOSED
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- Thursday, December 26, 2024
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OPEN 9:00 am-7:00 pm
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- Friday, December 27, 2024
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OPEN 9:00 am-7:00 pm
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- Saturday, December 28, 2024
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OPEN 9:00 am-7:00 pm
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- Sunday, December 29, 2024
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OPEN 9:00 am-7:00 pm
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- Monday, December 30, 2024
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OPEN 9:00 am-7:00 pm
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- Tuesday, December 31, 2024
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OPEN 10:00 am-7:00 pm
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- Wednesday, January 1, 2025
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OPEN 10:00 am-5:00 pm
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- Thursday, January 2, 2025
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OPEN 10:00 am-5:00 pm
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- Friday, January 3, 2025
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OPEN 10:00 am-7:00 pm
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- Saturday, January 4, 2025
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OPEN 9:00 am-7:00 pm
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- Sunday, January 5, 2025
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OPEN 10:00 am-6:00 pm
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- Monday, January 6, 2025
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OPEN 10:00 am-5:00 pm
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Your Visit
Wonders of Wildlife is open 7 days a week, 364 days a year (closed Christmas day). Hours vary by season. Click here to see our usual operating hours and plan your visit.
We recommend visiting during the late fall and winter months, excluding holidays, to avoid larger crowds. If visiting us in the spring or summer months, we recommend visiting Monday through Thursday to avoid our busiest days (Friday through Sunday).
Wonders of Wildlife contains over 1.5 miles of immersive exhibits and experiences. We recommend allowing 3-4 hours for the experience. Combined with other nearby amenities, many visitors spend a full day on the campus. We recommend wearing a good pair of shoes to accommodate for walking.
Wonders of Wildlife has unique offerings for all ages and families, from young children to adults. Kids will enjoy exciting and interactive experiences, while adults will enjoy engaging discoveries of conservation and wildlife—told through handcrafted exhibits and fascinating displays.
Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult at all times when visting Wonders of Wildlife.
Parking is free across the Wonders of Wildlife and Bass Pro Shops campus. Disabled parking spots are available in front of the primary entrance at 1935 S Campbell as well as outside the Aquarium’s Great Oceans Hall at 500 W Sunshine.
Both entries also offer space for pick-up and drop-off access. Overflow parking is available at the Cherokee Street entrance to Outdoor World located on the south side of the building.
Yes. Wonders of Wildlife is wheelchair accessible and stroller friendly with elevators available throughout. Only push-style strollers are allowed at Wonders of Wildlife. Ample seating is available in various areas of the Wildlife Galleries and the Aquarium Adventure. Lawn and camping chairs are not permitted.
We're happy to offer wheelchair, scooter and stroller rentals during your visit to WOW. All rentals are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Scooters (available for a four-hour period) | $25
- Single Stroller | $7
- Double Stroller | $10
- Manual Wheelchair | Free of charge
Yes. WOW is a flash-free photography facility. We encourage guests to take photos and videos in all of our shows and experiences.
Guests may also wish to have their photo taken by our professional team, WOW Memories. Photos from WOW Memories will be available for purchase in print and digital format at the gift shop exit.
WOW offers two on-site dining and snack options, Fish Tales Cafe and the Shipwreck Snack Bar. It's also conveniently located next to Hemingway's, Bass Pro Shops dine-in experience.
Due to limited space and seating in our café for guests, we ask that individuals do not bring in food. This includes snacks and meals from other restaurants. You may leave the museum for lunch or dinner then return at a later time the same day to finish your tour. Coolers and alcohol are not permitted at Wonders of Wildlife.
Yes. You are welcome to leave and come back during the day. Re-entry will require proof of purchase (i.e. ticket stub and/or receipt).
Hours will vary throughout the year, however final guest entry will be 15 minutes before closing. Please be sure to check property hours before your visit.
We do not have lockers available at this time. We also do not offer a coat check option.
SERVICE ANIMALS
Service animals are welcome at Wonders of Wildlife. Wonders of Wildlife follows Title I and II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which defines Service Animals as dogs or miniature horses that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities. Examples include:
- Guide Dog or Seeing Eye® Dog
- Hearing or Signal Dog
- Psychiatric Service Dog
- SSigDOG
- Seizure Response Dog
Service animals must be harnessed, leashed or tethered unless these devices interfere with the service animal’s work or the individual’s disability prevents using these devices. In that case, the individual must maintain control of the service animal through voice, signal or other effective controls. Service animal relief areas are located outdoors, on any of the grassy areas surrounding Wonders of Wildlife.
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT, COMFORT ANIMALS & PETS
Wonders of Wildlife is home to more than 35,000 live animals, some of which may have a negative reaction to the presence of unfamiliar animals. For the health and safety of your animal and ours, emotional support, comfort animals and pets are not permitted within Wonders of Wildlife.
Tickets & Memberships
Purchasing tickets to Wonders of Wildlife is easy! We offer a simple online-purchase option as well as you can always purchase tickets at our Guest Services counter.
If you'd like to purchase tickets online in advance, click the link below to get started!
Members have unlimited visits to Wonders of Wildlife during their annual membership. In addition, members receive:
- 10% discount on food and beverage purchases (excludes alcoholic beverages)
- 10% discount on merchandise purchases
- 10% discount on scooter and stroller rentals
- An exclusive member newsletter
- Invitations to member-only events and programs
- Other special offers exclusive to WOW members
Wonders of Wildlife gift cards are available for purchase on-site at the Wildlife Galleries and Aquarium ticket counters or online here. Learn more about gift cards ›
While closely affiliated with Bass Pro Shops, Wonders of Wildlife is a stand-alone, nonprofit entity. This prohibits the use of Bass Pro Shops gift cards and rewards points.
We're pleased to offer special rates for groups of 20 or more. Click here to learn more about bringing a group. If you're ready to book a group experience, contact groupsales@wondersofwildlife.org or call 1-417-225-1137.
Wonders of Wildlife offers a variety of field experiences, camps and programs for academic groups. Click here to learn more about our offerings. To book a field trip, please contact Wonders of Wildlife at fieldtrips@wondersofwildlife.org or call 888-222-6060.
Other Common Questions
We are happy to offer free guest Wi-Fi under the WOWPublic user domain.
We're pleased to offer a mother’s nursing room which is available in our Great Oceans Hall, near the Hemmingway boat, toward the gift shop exit. Look for our mother’s room signage or ask any guest services associate for assistance in locating the room. Changing tables are provided in every restroom.
If you have lost an item, please fill out a Customer Inquiry Form here or call 417-209-9421. Items are held for 30 days and then donated to a local thrift store.