The zoo says the Carruth Natural Encounters building built in 1962 "has provided countless memorable experiences" for guests.

Located in Hermann Park and close to Houston's Museum District, the zoo is about 4 miles south of downtown. The zoo does not have its own parking lot; free parking is available in Hermann Park.

The zoo said next month's closure is due to the building's aging infrastructure no longer meeting the needs of housed animals.

A longtime Houston Zoo exhibit with over 60 years of service will close following spring break, officials announced.

From Hermann Park to Space Center Houston, visitors will find a balance of indoor and outdoor activities. As the fourth largest city in the U.S., Houston offers top museums to explore and a vibrant ...

HOUSTON (KIAH) — The Houston Zoo is celebrating love this Valentine’s season with its newest star—Rojo, a three-month-old jaguar cub gaining strength and confidence behind the scenes.

The Houston Zoo's cougars stepped out of their heated barns to explore the wintery weather, as did the Amur leopard named Lisa and the zoo's pair of bald eagles. Native to North America ...