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.

Jury service at the Harris County Jury Assembly, 1201 Congress Street, downtown Houston ... will return on Wednesday morning. The Houston Zoo will close on Tuesday, Jan. 21, and Wednesday ...

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 ...

Aside from the zoo, the McGovern Centennial Gardens and ... Hermann Park is located less than 4 miles south of downtown Houston, next to the Museum District and Rice University.