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Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
Neighborhood
South Nashville
Cost
$$
Time needed
3h
Best time
Morning, when the animals are active
The city's zoo, about six miles south of downtown on the old Grassmere farm.
3777 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211
Hours
Closed ยท opens 9 AM- Monday
- 9 AM to 4 PM
- Tuesday
- 9 AM to 4 PM
- Wednesday
- 9 AM to 4 PM
- Thursday
- 9 AM to 4 PM
- Friday
- 9 AM to 4 PM
- Saturday
- 9 AM to 4 PM
- Sunday
- 9 AM to 4 PM
Winter hours until early March, then 9 AM to 6 PM. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. Timed tickets
Checked Nov 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
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