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Animal World & Snake Farm Zoo

5640 IH 35 S · New Braunfels, TX

Why you should go…

Animal World & Snake Farm Zoo is a walk-through zoo and reptile park in New Braunfels, Texas, along the Interstate 35 frontage road. The zoo houses exotic mammals, birds and a large collection of snakes and reptiles, with animal encounters and feeding opportunities. It has operated as a roadside attraction in the New Braunfels area for decades.

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  • #family
  • #roadside attraction

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General attractions guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Book the time slot, not just the ticket

    Timed entry is now the norm at big-draw attractions, and online tickets are often cheaper than the gate.

  • Grab the daily schedule on arrival

    Feeding times, keeper talks, and shows run on a posted timetable that changes day to day.

  • The first hour is the quietest

    Queues build through late morning and peak after lunch, so an early start buys you the shortest waits.

  • Budget past the ticket price

    Parking, lockers, strollers, and food inside the gates are common extras worth planning for.

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