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ZooTampa at Lowry Park Transformation / South America Expansion

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1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33604InfrastructureTracked since Oct 10, 2026
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Rendering of ZooTampa's expansion along the Hillsborough River with water taxi service
Rendering of ZooTampa's expansion along the Hillsborough River with water taxi serviceRendering courtesy of ZooTampa

Specifications

Status
Approved
Construction Start
Dec 31, 2028
Expected Completion
Dec 31, 2041
Construction cost
$150M
Financing
$75M
Neighborhood
Lowry Park
Lot Size
63 ac
Data as of
Oct 10, 2026
South America themed realmjaguar flooded forestevent courtyardrestaurantriverfront dining districtfamily coaster in Australia sectionexpanded elephant habitatmixed-species Africa habitatsupgraded Primate and Asia areaswater taxi connectionexpanded public access to Hillsborough River
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Renderings & Photos

Rendering of the planned underwater manatee viewing area at ZooTampa
Rendering courtesy of ZooTampa