ZooTampa Autism Spectrum Resources
ZooTampa at Lowry Park
Tampa, Florida - Hillsborough County
Source checked
May 30, 2026
Tampa Bay
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Map and directions
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1101 W. Sligh Avenue, Tampa, FL 33604
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Quick answer
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Provider overview
ZooTampa offers autism and sensory visit supports, including social stories, sensory guides, distract packs, an autism-friendly map, and a quiet space for guests with sensory processing challenges.
ZooTampa at Lowry Park is a Tampa zoo with exhibits, animal encounters, accessibility resources, autism-friendly supports, and sensory visit planning tools.
Quick facts
- Registration
- We did not find this in the public sources we checked
- Contact page
- https://zootampa.org/visit/accessibility/
- Phone
- 813-935-8552
- Ages
- Visitors with sensory processing challenges and varying needs
- Season
- Standing accessibility resources during zoo visits
- Cost
- Zoo admission applies unless a discount or membership applies; confirm current accessibility resources before visiting.
Location contacts
Public contacts that may help you reach the right office. Confirm before visiting.
The quiet space is listed at Lil' Joey's Family Stop in Australia.
Programs and offerings
Source-linked details we found. Current options may differ, so confirm directly.
Autism and sensory visit supports
Social experience stories, sensory guides, distract packs, autism-friendly map, quiet space, and accessibility contacts for zoo visits.
- Ages
- Visitors with sensory processing challenges and varying needs
- Season
- Standing accessibility resources during zoo visits
- Schedule
- Autism Spectrum Disorder resources are listed as visit supports; families should confirm daily hours and availability of borrowed materials.
- Cost
- Zoo admission applies unless a discount or membership applies; confirm current accessibility resources before visiting.
How we checked this listing (2 public sources)
Source notes only. They do not evaluate quality, safety, fit, or availability.
Listing check
- Last checked
- May 30, 2026
- Why this is listed
- The official ZooTampa accessibility page says ZooTampa is a CARD partner, offers social experience stories, distract packs, an autism-friendly zoo map, a quiet space at Lil' Joey's Family Stop, and is certified as an autism-friendly business.
- Sources used
- 2 public sources
- Location contacts
- 1 public contact found
Program details we found
Autism and sensory visit supports
The official ZooTampa accessibility page says ZooTampa is a CARD partner, offers social experience stories, distract packs, an autism-friendly zoo map, a quiet space at Lil' Joey's Family Stop, and is certified as an autism-friendly business.
Inclusion and support details
What the provider says: ZooTampa says CARD training and community support help improve service to guests with sensory processing challenges.
Access notes to confirm: Families should contact Guest Relations to confirm distract pack availability, quiet space access, social story use, sensory map details, show accommodations, service animal rules, parking, and rental equipment.
What we checked
What we found: The official ZooTampa accessibility page says ZooTampa is a CARD partner, offers social experience stories, distract packs, an autism-friendly zoo map, a quiet space at Lil' Joey's Family Stop, and is certified as an autism-friendly business.
We avoid ranking, recommending, evaluating quality, or making safety claims. Use the source links and contact the provider before enrolling.
Sources used
Public pages used for this listing.
- Provider websiteZooTampa Accessibility
Please confirm current details directly before enrolling.
- Provider websiteZoo Tickets | Admission to ZooTampa
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What to confirm
- Openings, deadlines, cost, and cancellation rules.
- Ages, eligibility, forms, and first-visit expectations.
- Support model, staff preparation, supervision, and safety policies.
- Exact location, entrance, parking, equipment, and what to bring.
Questions to ask before you register
Use these as a starting point. They are not a quality rating or recommendation.
- Do you currently have openings, waitlists, deadlines, or intake steps?
- What ages, support needs, communication needs, mobility needs, or supervision levels can this specific program support?
- What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
- For sensory-friendly activities: what changes are made to sound, lighting, crowds, timing, quiet space, and re-entry?
- Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?
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Common questions
Is ZooTampa Autism Spectrum Resources reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?
No. This listing is informational and based on public sources. It is not a rating, ranking, quality review, or safety evaluation.
What information should families confirm with ZooTampa at Lowry Park?
Families should confirm current availability, registration deadlines, eligibility, support level, staff training, safety policies, cost, schedule, and fit before enrolling.
Where did the listing information come from?
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