Top 5 Must-Visit Zoos in the US


Zoo Name Location Special Features What to See When to Visit Ticket Info
San Diego Zoo San Diego, California World-famous zoo with over 3,500 animals and 650 species Pandas, polar bears, elephants, tigers, and more Year-round, but best in spring and fall Adults: $58, Children (3-11): $48
Smithsonian National Zoological Park Washington D.C. Home to over 2,700 animals and 390 species Giant pandas, lions, tigers, and more Year-round, but best in spring and fall Free admission
Bronx Zoo Bronx, New York One of the largest metropolitan zoos in the world Giraffes, lions, gorillas, and more Year-round, but best in spring and fall Adults: $39.95, Children (3-12): $29.95
Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium Omaha, Nebraska Ranked as one of the best zoos in the world Desert dome, aquarium, and jungle Year-round, but best in spring and fall Adults: $21.95, Children (3-11): $15.95
Disney's Animal Kingdom Orlando, Florida Combines a theme park with a zoo Lions, tigers, elephants, and more Year-round, but best in spring and fall Adults: $109, Children (3-9): $103

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