San Diego Zoo

 

San Diego Zoo

2920 Zoo Drive (in Balboa Park)

San Diego CA

(619) 231-1515

 

 

An urban paradise for all ages, the San Diego Zoo is a must-see in Southern California. Winding paths through a tropical oasis will bring you up close and personal to more than 4,000 rare and fascinating animals. Be captivated by the gentle Giant Pandas, Gao Gao and Bai Yun in their new home - with their new baby!. See Koalas and Kangaroos, Polar Bears, and Gorillas, tigers, and hippos and ride on the Skyfari aerial tram for a bird's eye view.

The lively atmosphere makes the San Diego Zoo a great place for family fun. Discover the wonders of wildlife with animal encounters, interactive experiences, and exciting shows. A leader in animal care and conservation, the world-famous San Diego Zoo is at the heart of the San Diego experience.

 

San Diego Zoo Activities

 

Meet the mandrills and golden-belled mangabeys as they swing through the trees of African forest.

Watch the hippos swim and play in their amazing 150,000 gallon pond.

Take a 40 minute guided bus tour around the zoo as you are exposed to some of the best exhibits.

Hear the calls of the colorful macaw or watch tigers on the prowl at the Tiger river.

 

 

See giant pandas feast on bamboo or get up-close and personal with a colorful toucan.

Swing over to the newest exhibit, The Joan B. Kroc Monkey Trails and Forest Tales habitat.

 

Other must sees include playful orangutans and siamangs at Absolutely Apes and frolicking polar bears at Polar Bear Plunge.

 

San Diego Zoo Facts

 

The San Diego Zoo has one of the world's largest collections of mammals, birds, and reptiles. The 100-acre (40.5-hectare) zoo, founded in 1916, has more than 800 animal species and more than 6,500 plant species.

 

As a guest of the San Diego Zoo, every dollar you spend enables the zoo to continue their conservation and research work. And by learning why it's important to save these animals and protect their habitats, you, too are helping to preserve the planet, now and for future generations.

 

Money Saving Tip

With a Two-Park Ticket, you can now visit both the San Diego Zoo and the Wild Animal Park within 5 days of purchase for one low price. Click here for more information about San Diego Zoo Safari Park

 

San Diego Zoo discount coupons

Theme park admission for a family can easily run into the hundreds of dollars, so look for discounts. Sometimes coupons appear on milk cartons and soda cans; check Web sites for printable coupons, discount days-deals for senior citizens or two-for-ones. And contact the nearest Convention and Visitors Bureau for coupons. Click here for more tips

 

 

How to get to San Diego Zoo

 

By Car

San Digo Zoo is located North of Downtown San Diego, situated in beautiful historic Balboa Park at Park Boulevard and Zoo Place.

 

Directions: From Hwy 163 South, exit at Park Blvd, and follow the signs. From Interstate 5 South, exit at Pershing Drive and follow the signs.

 

How to get to San Diego Zoo via Amtrak

Take the Pacific Surfliner to San Diego Station.

From there, walk 0.3 miles east to State Street and B Street. Then take San Diego Transit bus 7 (69th and University via University Avenue) to Park Boulevard and Zoo Place. Walk 0.1 miles to the zoo.

 

San Diego Zoo Ticketing Options

San Diego Zoo Best Value Ticket

With thousands of wild animals including many on the endangered species list, its no wonder that San Diego Zoo is world famous. With more than 4,000 animals representing 800 species, San Diego Zoo is home to a diverse collection of animals, many of which are rarely seen at other zoos.   Now open is the polar bear plunge an expedition for the whole family. Cuddle up in a snow den, climb into the cockpit of an arctic research helicopter and discover all there is to know about the frozen and fascinating world of the Polar Bears.   Duration: 1 day Price: Starting from $41.99 per person

San Diego Zoo Ticket with Transport

Span the globe in one afternoon at the world-famous San Diego Zoo. Popular with adults and children alike, a visit to San Diego Zoo is an ideal family-friendly activity during your time in California. Pickup from San Diego hotels is included, so you have nothing to worry about except how to see it all in just one day!     Duration: 7 hours Price: Starting from $53.99 per person

San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Inspired by the African Serengeti and the endless expanses of the Asian plains, the 1,800-acre San Diego Zoo Safari Park offers you an exotic safari adventure unlike any other outside of Africa itself. San Diego Zoo Safari Park is home to more than 3,500 rare and exotic animals - most of whom roam freely in vast enclosures.     Duration: Flexible Price: Starting from $41.99 per person

San Diego Zoo Safari Park with Transport

Take a day trip into the deepest, darkest heart of Africa and make some time to visit Asia on the same day. San Diego Zoo Safari Park offers you the opportunity to travel to faraway lands and discover exotic animals from all around the world. This package includes a pickup from your San Diego hotel and park entrance. You'll have everything you need for a day of fun for the whole family.   Duration: 7 hours Price: Starting from $64.99 per person

San Diego 3-for-1 Pass: SeaWorld, San Diego Zoo and Safari Park

Enjoy the best that San Diego has to offer with the special 3-for-1 pass. This pass provides unlimited entry for up to five consecutive days to SeaWorld San Diego, the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo’s Safari Park.     Duration: Flexible Price: Starting from $134.99 per person

 

2013 San Diego Zoo Discounts

San Diego Zoo Printable Coupon - Download a coupon for $4 off One Day Ticket on day of purchase. Expires 12/31/2013

AAA Member Discounts to San Diego Zoo

AAA members who show their valid AAA membership cards at ticket windows located at the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park will receive 10% off a 1-Day Pass. Valid for up to 6 people. Discount cannot be combined with any other coupon or offer.

 

 

Senior Discount to San Diego Zoo

Seniors age 60 and older receive a 10% discount off the 1-Day Pass. Discount cannot be combined with any other coupon or offer.

Military Discount to San Diego Zoo

All active-duty U.S. and foreign military personnel with valid military identification are given a free 1-Day Pass at the ticket windows. Dependent family members receive a discount of 10% off the 1-Day Pass. (Contact your base MWR (Morale Welfare and Recreation) or Ticket and Tour offices for futher dependent discounts) Discount cannot be combined with any other coupon or offer.

 

Note: AAA discount, Senior discount, and Military discount, cannot be applied online as guests will need to present their AAA cards, photo IDs and valid military identification in person.

 

 

As a guest of the San Diego Zoo, every dollar you spend enables the zoo to continue their conservation and research work. And by learning why it's important to save these animals and protect their habitats, you, too are helping to preserve the planet, now and for future generations.

 

 

Go San Diego Card is your ticket to over 55 museums, sights and attractions in San Diego. Go San Diego Card is valid for the number of days you select from 1 to 7 days and provides free admission to all participating attractions during that time. Visit as many attractions as you want on each day.   Attractions include: LEGOLAND® California SeaWorld San Diego (3, 5 and 7 day cards only) San Diego Zoo San Diego Zoo Safari Park Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum Flagship/San Diego Harbor Excursions: Your Choice of Harbor Tour or Whale Watch (one per day) Natural History Museum Reuben H. Fleet Science Center plus IMAX Knott's Berry Farm Belmont Park Unlimited Ride Wristband .... and much more
Go San Diego Card 1 Day Adult (13+)	$77	Go San Diego Card 1 Day Child (3-12)	$67
Go San Diego Card 2 Day Adult (13+)	$109	Go San Diego Card 2 Day Child (3-12)	$95
Go San Diego Card 3 Day Adult (13+)	$199	Go San Diego Card 3 Day Child (3-12)	$165
Go San Diego Card 5 Day Adult (13+)	$259	Go San Diego Card 5 Day Child (3-12)	$209
Go San Diego Card 7 Day Adult (13+)	$299	Go San Diego Card 7 Day Child (3-12)	$239

 

San Diego Zoo Hotels

 

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