Aquariums & Zoos

Take a walk on the wild side in The Natural State.

Arkansas is home to an incredible mix of non-native wildlife. From exotic species at the Little Rock Zoo to rescued lions, tigers and more at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge in Eureka Springs, families can get closer to the natural world in exciting and meaningful ways - right here, in The Natural State.

In Hot Springs, the Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo as been delighting visitors for generations, while hands-on spots like Cockrill’s Country Critters in Cabot and Barnyard Friends in Morrilton let kids feed, touch and learn about friendly farm animals. For an aquatic adventure, visit the Blue Zoo Aquarium in Rogers or the Witt Stephens Jr. Central Arkansas Nature Center in Little Rock, where aquariums and exhibits highlight Arkansas fish and wildlife, native plants and the conservation work of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.

From hands-on encounters to unforgettable experiences that inspire every generation, Arkansas offers zoos, aquariums and nature centers that bring families closer to the wild – and to each other.