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San Diego Zoo
The San Diego Zoo is one of the largest zoos in the world, exhibiting some of the rarest creatures. More than 4,000 animals representing 800 species live in enclosures closely simulating their natural environments. Highlights include walk-through aviaries, koalas, giant pandas, an impressive assembly of primates and a large reptile collection. Habitats also include Gorilla Tropics, Absolutely Apes and Monkey Trails. Inside Monkey Trails, Ituri Forest is a re-creation of a mysterious African rain forest. Polar Bear Plunge is a re-creation of a summer tundra habitat, complete with a pool with an underwater viewing area. The Giant Panda Research Station exhibits critically endangered giant pandas. The zoo is landscaped with more than 700,000 plants representing 6,500 plant species, including tropical and subtropical vegetation. Moving sidewalks stretch from deep canyons to the zoo's upper levels. An aerial tramway runs from the main entrance to the Horn and Hoof Mesa, 0.3 miles away. Animal shows are presented at Wegeforth Bowl and Hunte Amphitheatre. Summer evening entertainment is provided by musicians, magicians, storytellers and acrobats. Narrated bus tours, stroller and wheelchair rentals and picnic facilities are available.
Directions
The San Diego Zoo is located in downtown San Diego near Balboa Park. Parking lots are large and the directions are simple.
2920 Zoo Dr.
San Diego, CA 92101
619-231-1515
From the North
From Interstate 5 (Los Angeles and Orange County), take the Pershing Drive exit and follow the signs. From Interstate 15 (Escondido and Riverside), take State Route 163 south to the Park Blvd./I-5 South exit. Exit at Park Blvd. Turn left on Park Blvd. and head north; Zoo entrance is off Park Blvd. at Zoo Place.
From the South
From Interstate 5 (Mexico), take the State Route 163 north exit, then the Zoo/Museums (Richmond Street) exit and follow the signs.
From the East
From Interstate 8 (Imperial County and Arizona), take State Route 163 south to the Park Blvd./I-5 South exit. Exit at Park Blvd. Turn left on Park Blvd. and head north; Zoo entrance is off Park Blvd at Zoo Place. From State Route 94, proceed into downtown San Diego to 12th Avenue. Turn right on 12th Avenue (which turns into Park Blvd.) and proceed north. Zoo entrance is off Park Blvd at Zoo Place.
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