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San Diego
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San Diego Zoo
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Visit: San Diego Zoo, 2929 Zoo Drive Balboa Park, San Diego, CA 92101
Come meet the newest addition to the panda family, and the fifth baby panda born at the San Diego Zoo! This is truly one of the most unique and most beloved species on the planet - and very few are ever seen outside their native habitat in northern China.
The San Diego Zoo is highlighting California animals from the ancient past, present and future in The Harry and Grace Steele Elephant Odyssey, the newest and most unique exhibit to date! At the Elephant Odyssey, step into the fossil dig site and explore prehistoric fossil evidence, and visit the habitats of current wildlife species including elephants, a pair of lions and a jaguar! Learn about extinction causes of the mammoth and saber-toothed tiger and stop by the Pleistocene playground to find out about conservation projects at work.
Activities available at San Diego Zoo include (additional costs may apply):
• Guided Bus Tour: A 35-minute tour by double-decker bus covering 75 percent of the San Diego Zoo. Your ticket also includes use of the Express Bus which allows you to hop on and off at 3 different stops throughout the Zoo. (included)
• Skyfari Aerial Tram: Take an airborne shortcut over the treetops to the other end of the Zoo and enjoy spectacular views of the Zoo, its animal and plant collection, and surrounding Balboa Park. (included)
• Balboa Park Miniature Railroad: pulls out of the station for 3-minute rides around a portion of Balboa Park. (approx. $1.75)
• 4-D Theater: If you haven’t experienced 4-D, it’s a film that you can see and hear but also feel, smell, and sense. Wind in your face, snow on your head, a pat on the back—it’s like you’re there, part of the action! This new attraction is located near the western terminal of Skyfari. Guests can purchase tickets at the entrance or at the theater ticket booth. (approx. $6)
Make sure to visit the Conrad Prebys Australian Outback exhibit which showcases some of the wonders from the Land Down Under. Venture through a eucalyptus grove and discover species from wombats to wallabies and kookaburras to cockatoos. The Australian Outback exhibit culminates at a Queenslander house-style care center that overlooks a forest for the Zoo's Queensland koala colony - the largest koala colony outside of Australia.
Don't miss your chance to see the adorable new Panda cub Xiao Liwu ("Little Gift"). He is on display (weather permitting) from 9am to noon daily. With mobile tickets, simply scan your phone for direct entry into the San Diego Zoo.
Duration: 3 hours
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Come meet the newest addition to the panda family, and the fifth baby panda born at the San Diego Zoo! This is truly one of the most unique and most beloved species on the planet - and very few are ever seen outside their native habitat in northern China.
The San Diego Zoo is highlighting California animals from the ancient past, present and future in The Harry and Grace Steele Elephant Odyssey, the newest and most unique exhibit to date! At the Elephant Odyssey, step into the fossil dig site and explore prehistoric fossil evidence, and visit the habitats of current wildlife species including elephants, a pair of lions and a jaguar! Learn about extinction causes of the mammoth and saber-toothed tiger and stop by the Pleistocene playground to find out about conservation projects at work.
Activities available at San Diego Zoo include (additional costs may apply):
• Guided Bus Tour: A 35-minute tour by double-decker bus covering 75 percent of the San Diego Zoo. Your ticket also includes use of the Express Bus which allows you to hop on and off at 3 different stops throughout the Zoo. (included)
• Skyfari Aerial Tram: Take an airborne shortcut over the treetops to the other end of the Zoo and enjoy spectacular views of the Zoo, its animal and plant collection, and surrounding Balboa Park. (included)
• Balboa Park Miniature Railroad: pulls out of the station for 3-minute rides around a portion of Balboa Park. (approx. $1.75)
• 4-D Theater: If you haven’t experienced 4-D, it’s a film that you can see and hear but also feel, smell, and sense. Wind in your face, snow on your head, a pat on the back—it’s like you’re there, part of the action! This new attraction is located near the western terminal of Skyfari. Guests can purchase tickets at the entrance or at the theater ticket booth. (approx. $6)
Make sure to visit the Conrad Prebys Australian Outback exhibit which showcases some of the wonders from the Land Down Under. Venture through a eucalyptus grove and discover species from wombats to wallabies and kookaburras to cockatoos. The Australian Outback exhibit culminates at a Queenslander house-style care center that overlooks a forest for the Zoo's Queensland koala colony - the largest koala colony outside of Australia.
Don't miss your chance to see the adorable new Panda cub Xiao Liwu ("Little Gift"). He is on display (weather permitting) from 9am to noon daily. With mobile tickets, simply scan your phone for direct entry into the San Diego Zoo.
Duration: 3 hours
Included
- Access to Children's Zoo
- Unlimited use of Kangaroo Bus
- Unlimited use of Skyfari Aerial Tram
- Unlimited use of the Guided Bus Tour
- Entry/Admission - San Diego Zoo
Not included
- Food and drink
- Hotel pick up and drop-off
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Travel date for reference only - Tickets are redeemable 1 year after purchase date. Amendment not required for travel within 1 year
- Strollers and wheelchairs are available for rental at the front plaza near the entrance
Features
Tourism
65%
Cultural
35%
Original
20%
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When we arrived car parking was very easy. We went straight in and given information as to what our ticket enabled us to see. We were able to use the cable car and buses around the zoo which was great as it is big. All very good and excellent information given by the staff.
Must visit zoo if you are in San Diego. Best attraction for any tourist. Especially if you are with family. Very organized, amazing service, very friendly staff. You can see almost all the animals that you can think of.
A lot of animals, recommend the bus tour - throughly enjoyed. People were very knowledgeable and available to ask questions- would definitely return.
What a beautiful zoo. The grounds are gorgeous and the place is fairly compact allowing you to see many exhibits. We loved the bus ride through the grounds for an overall look at all the areas. Well worth a visit.
not many animals now.
Fantastic place to visit and the night sessions are even better
Great! Hop on /Hop off bus makes the zoo accessible without a lot of walking. Don't miss the tram ride. We appreciated that it was included in our purchase price.....and not an extra 16.00 per person. The zoo seemed to exist for the well-being of the animals, rather the convenience of the zoo visitors. Can't argue with that!
Fantastic zoo! There's so much to see, so definitely plan a full day! Also, dress comfortably because you are sure to get a ton of walking exercise in.
Fantastic zoo, the animals look well cared for and as happy as any that are in captivity. We enjoyed the bus tour and the Skyfari was very good too. Saw animals we had never seen before and really enjoyed our visit. The only thing that I would criticise would be the restrooms which were small and not kept up to a reasonable standard considering the numbers using them.
Visiting the Zoo was an awesome and fun experience. It is beautiful and the animals are very well taken care of.