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MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

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Your Audubon Nature Institute Membership is your pass to adventure, value, and FUN! JOIN TODAY and support your favorite Audubon animals!

For one low price, you’ll enjoy free admission to Audubon Zoo, Audubon Aquarium (reopening in 2023), and Audubon Insectarium (reopening in 2023) PLUS money-saving perks, special privileges, and benefits. 

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Get rewarded with complimentary access to Audubon Zoo, Audubon Aquarium, and NOMA. CLICK HERE for details about your benefits!

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Membership

Price

Description

INDIVIDUAL

FAMILY

SAFARI KREWE*

GOLDEN EAGLE*

WITH TAX
$144.14

Free admission and benefits for one named adult.
Senior Individual Memberships
 (65+) available for $77

Free admission and benefits for two named adults at same address and up to six of their children/grandchildren age 18 and under OR one named adult and up to six of their children/grandchildren age 18 and under plus one guest.

Same as Family Membership plus eight guests, six one-day admission passes, and one free gift Family membership. This category receives the caregiver privilege for two caregivers and free rides all year on the Zoo Train (for up to four people).  
Caregiver privileges apply to the Family Plus, Safari Krewe, Wildlife Partner, and Golden Eagle categories. Your caregiver will receive free admission when visiting with your children only when you are unable to accompany them. Your membership card, a brief permission note from you, and caregiver’s photo ID are required on each visit.

Same as Family Membership plus two guests, six one-day admission passes. This category receives the caregiver privilege for one caregiver.  
Caregiver privileges apply to the Family Plus, Safari Krewe, Wildlife Partner, and Golden Eagle categories. Your caregiver will receive free admission when visiting with your children only when you are unable to accompany them. Your membership card, a brief permission note from you, and caregiver’s photo ID are required on each visit.

INDIVIDUAL PLUS

Free admission and benefits for two named adults at same address OR one named adult and one guest. 
Senior Individual Plus Memberships
 (2 Adults 65+) available for $94

2 Adults

$165

WITH TAX
$172.34

FAMILY PLUS*

Same privileges as Family Membership plus one guest and two one-day admission certificates. This category receives the caregiver privilege for one caregiver. 

Caregiver privileges apply to the Family Plus, Safari Krewe, Wildlife Partner, and Golden Eagle categories. Your caregiver will receive free admission when visiting with your children only when you are unable to accompany them. Your membership card, a brief permission note from you, and caregiver’s photo ID are required on each visit.

2 Adults 
 + Up to 6 Children 

 + 1 Guest 
 + Caregiver Privilege*
 + 2 extra one-time use tickets

$248

WITH TAX
$259.04

*Photo ID required for admittance and discounts.

*Up to six (6) children allotted per the following Memberships: Family, Family Plus, Safari Krewe, Wildlife Partner, and Golden Eagle. Access for up to four additional children may be added to any of the aforementioned Memberships at $25 each. 

Memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable and cannot be applied toward group or camp admission.

Exclusive Benefits

COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS TO YOUR MEMBERSHIP
Typical Membership benefits, facility access, activities and events are subject to limitation and change due to COVID-19. Currently these include exclusion of access to any closed facilities and a limit of 6 timed tickets per reservation despite typical entry benefits. We anticipate this to be temporary during our timed ticketing phase with full access resuming as capacity allowances increase.

Members are also subscribed to our exclusive @Audubon e-newsletter, which ensures you will be alerted of all the fun events, specials, and even animal births happening at our facilities! 

Photo ID required for admittance and discounts. Some admission restrictions apply.

Audubon Nature Institute does not participate in reciprocal agreements with any other Zoo or Aquarium.


BECOME A MEMBER

2 Adults 
 + Up to 6 Children 

 + 8 Guests 
 + Caregiver Privilege* 
 + 6 extra one-time use tickets 
 + Free rides on the Zoo Train 

    for up to 4 people 
 + 1 Gift Family Membership

 2 Adults 
 + Up to 6 Children 

 + 2 Guests 
  + Caregiver Privilege*

 + 6 extra one-time use tickets  

2 Adults  
 + Up to 6 Children*
 

1 Adult

Free Visits

Enjoy FREE admission to Audubon Zoo, Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, Entergy Giant Screen Theater*, and Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium for an entire year!

Discounts at the Zoo

Cool Zoo, Swamp Train, and Endangered Species Carousel

Discounts on Activities

Camps, Birthday Party Packages, Family Overnights,  all Education Programs, and the Planetarium at the Audubon Louisiana Nature Center

Hancock Whitney Zoo-To-Do, Zoo-To-Do for Kids presented by Children's Hospital New Orleans, Scales & Ales, and Audubon Zoo Lights presented by Children's Hospital New Orleans

Discounts on Events

Discounts on Purchases

Gift Shops, Concessions, Golf Course, and Tennis Courts

Free Admission to Festivals

Soul Fest, Mother's Day with Irma Thomas, and Celebracíon Latina

Exclusive Member-Only Parties

ZOObilation at the Zoo and SEAlebration at the Aquarium

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* Children under 2 years of age do not need a ticket for entry. 

** Your caregiver will receive free admission when visiting with your children or grandchildren only when you are unable to accompany them. A brief permission note from you must accompany the pre-reserved Member ticket for the caregiver to visit. 

Memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable and cannot be applied toward group or camp admission.

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COMPARE ALL MEMBERSHIPS AT A GLANCE ▸

Membership Levels

COMPARE ALL MEMBERSHIPS AT A GLANCE ▸

$138

$220

WITH TAX
$229.79

$330

WITH TAX
$344.69

$550

WITH TAX
$574.48

WILDLIFE PARTNER*

Same as Family Membership plus eight guests, six one-day admission passes. This category receives the caregiver privilege for two caregivers. Also, free rides all year on the Zoo Train (for up to four people).  
Caregiver privileges apply to the Family Plus, Safari Krewe, Wildlife Partner, and Golden Eagle categories. Your caregiver will receive free admission when visiting with your children only when you are unable to accompany them. Your membership card, a brief permission note from you, and caregiver’s photo ID are required on each visit.

2 Adults 
 + Up to 6 Children 

 + 8 Guests 
 + Caregiver Privilege* 
 + 6 extra one-time use tickets 
 + Free rides on the Zoo Train 

   for up to 4 people

$440

WITH TAX
$459.58

Membership Gift Voucher Redemption Details: 

  • When you purchase an Audubon Membership Gift Voucher, the Gift Voucher will be emailed to the purchaser to share with the gift recipient. 

  • Vouchers will be emailed to the purchaser, allowing the purchaser to forward to the gift recipient or print and share with the gift recipient. 

  • Gift Vouchers function like a gift card and are not assigned to a specific person at purchase. No information about the recipient is captured during purchase. 

  •  Memberships are good for one year and are activated upon redemption by the gift recipient which is when the gift recipient's information will be collected.

GIVE THE 
GIFT OF MEMBERSHIP 
THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!

Your Audubon Membership Gift Voucher will allow your gift recipient to enjoy a year of free admission, discounts, and more while supporting your favorite Audubon animals!  

And, don't miss our big Black Friday sale to save this holiday season!

Purchase now online or by calling (504) 861-5105.   

The Membership Gift Voucher is valid for one year from the date of purchase. The Gift Voucher cannot be redeemed for cash and can only be redeemed for a membership. You must be 18 years of age or older to purchase an Audubon Nature Institute Gift Membership, be named on the Membership, or receive a digital Member card. Prices and benefits are subject to change without notice. 

Black Friday through Cyber Monday take advantage of the BIGGEST Audubon Membership sale of the year! 

Receive 15% off your purchase of a New, Renewal, or Gift Membership!

Limited time offer • 4 Day Sale Only •  Friday, Nov. 26, - Monday, Nov 29, 2021. 

 No promo code needed to take advantage of this offer!

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ZOObilation - Member Only Event

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What Membership Benefits Do I Get?

Big ticket discounts off some of most anticipated events:

10% OFF Zoo-To-Do, Kids Zoo-To-Do, Scales & Ales 

Over $20 OFF per ticket for Boo at the Zoo 2022 

FREE admission to our Members only events & parties like ZOObilation 

More events & fests for 2023 TBD

Discounts & perks at Audubon Zoo & Aquarium:

Skip the general admission lines & enter using the “Members Only” entrance 

10% OFF at our highly rated Audubon Gift Shops 

10% OFF Audubon food and drink concessions at our facilities 

$1 OFF to ride our Swamp Train (normally $5) 

$2 OFF Cool Zoo Splash Park Tickets (normally $10) 

10% OFF Zoo Picture keepsake purchases from our partner, Photogenic 

Animal encounter discounts

MEMBER BENEFITS

Being an Audubon Member essentially pays for itself even if you are exclusively a Zoo visitor. Aside from the savings, Members are cherished and valued by our Institution. Our mission and important animal conservation work is made possible by our loyal Members.

Extra discounts for kiddos at the Zoo:

10% OFF booking a Birthday Party for your little one ($50+ in savings) 

10% OFF Zoo Camp registrations (Summer Camp, Holiday Camp, Mardi Gras Camp, & more ~ $40 in savings) 

10% OFF various Education Programs (like Nature at Night)

What else do I get?

Get $100 OFF annual golf pass for Audubon Golf Club (normally $1500) 

10% discount in the Audubon Golf Pro Shop on select items (soft goods)

20% off court time fees at Audubon Tennis Courts

Exclusive Membership e-newsletter with special Member incentives, updates, exclusives, & more 

Knowing that your patronage and continued support and enjoyment of Audubon facilities helps support animal conservation and doing a world of good.

*Membership benefits are subject to change

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Membership

Price

Description

INDIVIDUAL

FAMILY

SAFARI KREWE*

GOLDEN EAGLE*

WITH TAX
$144.14

Free admission and benefits for one named adult.
Senior Individual Memberships
 (65+) available for $77  $65.45

Free admission and benefits for two named adults at same address and up to six of their children/grandchildren age 18 and under OR one named adult and up to six of their children/grandchildren age 18 and under plus one guest.

Same as Family Membership plus eight guests, six one-day admission passes, and one free gift Family membership. This category receives the caregiver privilege for two caregivers and free rides all year on the Zoo Train (for up to four people).  

Caregiver privileges apply to the Family Plus, Safari Krewe, Wildlife Partner, and Golden Eagle categories. Your caregiver will receive free admission when visiting with your children only when you are unable to accompany them. Your membership card, a brief permission note from you, and caregiver’s photo ID are required on each visit.

Same as Family Membership plus two guests, six one-day admission passes. This category receives the caregiver privilege for one caregiver.  
Caregiver privileges apply to the Family Plus, Safari Krewe, Wildlife Partner, and Golden Eagle categories. Your caregiver will receive free admission when visiting with your children only when you are unable to accompany them. Your membership card, a brief permission note from you, and caregiver’s photo ID are required on each visit.

INDIVIDUAL PLUS

Free admission and benefits for two named adults at same address OR one named adult and one guest. 
Senior Individual Plus Memberships
 (2 Adults 65+) available for $94 $79.90

2 Adults

$165

WITH TAX
$172.34

$140.25

WITH TAX
$146.49

FAMILY PLUS*

Same privileges as Family Membership plus one guest and two one-day admission certificates. This category receives the caregiver privilege for one caregiver. 

Caregiver privileges apply to the Family Plus, Safari Krewe, Wildlife Partner, and Golden Eagle categories. Your caregiver will receive free admission when visiting with your children only when you are unable to accompany them. Your membership card, a brief permission note from you, and caregiver’s photo ID are required on each visit.

2 Adults 
 + Up to 6 Children 

 + 1 Guest 
 + Caregiver Privilege*
 + 2 extra one-time use tickets

$248

WITH TAX
$259.04

WITH TAX
$220.18

$210.80

$280.50

WITH TAX
$292.98

*Photo ID required for admittance and discounts.

*Up to six (6) children allotted per the following Memberships: Family, Family Plus, Safari Krewe, Wildlife Partner, and Golden Eagle. Access for up to four additional children may be added to any of the aforementioned Memberships at $25 each. 

Memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable and cannot be applied toward group or camp admission.

2 Adults 
 + Up to 6 Children 

 + 8 Guests 
 + Caregiver Privilege* 
 + 6 extra one-time use tickets 
 + Free rides on the Zoo Train 

    for up to 4 people 
 + 1 Gift Family Membership

 2 Adults 
 + Up to 6 Children 

 + 2 Guests 
 + Caregiver Privilege*

 + 6 extra one-time use tickets  

2 Adults  
 + Up to 6 Children*
 

1 Adult

COMPARE ALL MEMBERSHIPS AT A GLANCE ▸

$138

$220

WITH TAX
$229.79

$330

WITH TAX
$344.69

$550

WITH TAX
$574.48

WILDLIFE PARTNER*

Same as Family Membership plus eight guests, six one-day admission passes. This category receives the caregiver privilege for two caregivers. Also, free rides all year on the Zoo Train (for up to four people).  

Caregiver privileges apply to the Family Plus, Safari Krewe, Wildlife Partner, and Golden Eagle categories. Your caregiver will receive free admission when visiting with your children only when you are unable to accompany them. Your membership card, a brief permission note from you, and caregiver’s photo ID are required on each visit.

2 Adults 
 + Up to 6 Children 

 + 8 Guests 
 + Caregiver Privilege* 
 + 6 extra one-time use tickets 
 + Free rides on the Zoo Train 

   for up to 4 people

$440

WITH TAX
$459.58

$374.00

WITH TAX
$390.64

$117.30

WITH TAX
$122.52

$187.00

WITH TAX
$195.35

$467.50

WITH TAX
$488.30

15% OFF MEMBERSHIPS

LIMITED TIME AQUARIUM RENOVATION SALE
Hurry, offer ends January 1, 2023! 

BUY 15% OFF MEMBERSHIP

Audubon Nature Institute is offering a limited time 15% OFF for all new, renewing, and gift Membership purchases in anticipation of the upcoming renovations and in celebration of the grand reopening of Audubon Aquarium and Audubon Insectarium in 2023. Buy now & save!

Membership

Price

Description

INDIVIDUAL

FAMILY

SAFARI KREWE*

GOLDEN EAGLE*

WITH TAX
$144.14

Free admission and benefits for one named adult.
Senior Individual Memberships
 (65+) available for $77  $65.45

Free admission and benefits for two named adults at same address and up to six of their children/grandchildren age 18 and under OR one named adult and up to six of their children/grandchildren age 18 and under plus one guest.

Same as Family Membership plus eight guests, six one-day admission passes, and one free gift Family membership. This category receives the caregiver privilege for two caregivers and free rides all year on the Zoo Train (for up to four people).  
Caregiver privileges apply to the Family Plus, Safari Krewe, Wildlife Partner, and Golden Eagle categories. Your caregiver will receive free admission when visiting with your children only when you are unable to accompany them. Your membership card, a brief permission note from you, and caregiver’s photo ID are required on each visit.

Same as Family Membership plus two guests, six one-day admission passes. This category receives the caregiver privilege for one caregiver.  
Caregiver privileges apply to the Family Plus, Safari Krewe, Wildlife Partner, and Golden Eagle categories. Your caregiver will receive free admission when visiting with your children only when you are unable to accompany them. Your membership card, a brief permission note from you, and caregiver’s photo ID are required on each visit.

FAMILY PLUS*

Same privileges as Family Membership plus one guest and two one-day admission certificates. This category receives the caregiver privilege for one caregiver. 
Caregiver privileges apply to the Family Plus, Safari Krewe, Wildlife Partner, and Golden Eagle categories. Your caregiver will receive free admission when visiting with your children only when you are unable to accompany them. Your membership card, a brief permission note from you, and caregiver’s photo ID are required on each visit.

2 Adults 
 + Up to 6 Children 

 + 1 Guest 
 + Caregiver Privilege*
 + 2 extra one-time use tickets

$248

WITH TAX
$259.04

WITH TAX
$220.18

$210.80

*Photo ID required for admittance and discounts.

*Up to six (6) children allotted per the following Memberships: Family, Family Plus, Safari Krewe, Wildlife Partner, and Golden Eagle. Access for up to four additional children may be added to any of the aforementioned Memberships at $25 each. 

Memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable and cannot be applied toward group or camp admission.

2 Adults 
 + Up to 6 Children 

 + 8 Guests 
 + Caregiver Privilege* 
 + 6 extra one-time use tickets 
 + Free rides on the Zoo Train 

    for up to 4 people 
 + 1 Gift Family Membership

 2 Adults 
 + Up to 6 Children 

 + 2 Guests 
 + Caregiver Privilege*

 + 6 extra one-time use tickets  

2 Adults  
 + Up to 6 Children*
 

1 Adult

COMPARE ALL MEMBERSHIPS AT A GLANCE ▸

$138

$220

WITH TAX
$229.79

$330

WITH TAX
$344.69

$550

WITH TAX
$574.48

$280.50

WITH TAX
$292.98

WILDLIFE PARTNER*

Same as Family Membership plus eight guests, six one-day admission passes. This category receives the caregiver privilege for two caregivers. Also, free rides all year on the Zoo Train (for up to four people).  
Caregiver privileges apply to the Family Plus, Safari Krewe, Wildlife Partner, and Golden Eagle categories. Your caregiver will receive free admission when visiting with your children only when you are unable to accompany them. Your membership card, a brief permission note from you, and caregiver’s photo ID are required on each visit.

2 Adults 
 + Up to 6 Children 

 + 8 Guests 
 + Caregiver Privilege* 
 + 6 extra one-time use tickets 
 + Free rides on the Zoo Train 

   for up to 4 people

$440

WITH TAX
$459.58

$374.00

WITH TAX
$390.64

$117.13

WITH TAX
$122.52

$187.00

WITH TAX
$195.35

$467.50

WITH TAX
$488.30

INDIVIDUAL PLUS

Free admission and benefits for two named adults at same address OR one named adult and one guest. 
Senior Individual Plus Memberships
 (2 Adults 65+) available for $94 $79.90

2 Adults

$165

WITH TAX
$172.34

$140.25

WITH TAX
$146.49

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