San Diego Zoo 1-Day Pass: Any Day Ticket

Overview

Mobile ticket

The San Diego Zoo is a 100-acre wildlife park and home to over 12,000 rare and endangered animals, representing more than 650 species and subspecies. Located just north of downtown San Diego in Balboa Park, the Zoo is also an accredited botanical garden, caring for more than 700,000 individual plants, including a prominent curated assemblage of close to 13,000 specimens, representing 3,100 species.

The expansive new 3.2-acre Wildlife Explorers Basecamp is designed to appeal to all ages and foster empathy for wildlife by exploring nature. Built on the site of the historic Children’s Zoo, the basecamp features fresh and innovative elements, including eight buildings and habitats dispersed throughout four different habitat zones: Rainforest, Wild Woods, Marsh Meadows and Desert Dunes.

Tickets must be purchased at least one day prior to visit.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Strollers and wheelchairs are available for rental at the front plaza near the entrance

Please visit the San Diego Zoo's website for more information on complimentary timed tickets and standby lines for the giant panda viewing

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

*Unlimited use of Skyfari Aerial Tram

*Unlimited use of the Guided Bus Tour

Tickets good one year from original date of purchase

Food and drink

Hotel pick up and drop-off

What To Expect

San Diego Zoo

A majestic wildlife park and botanical garden, the San Diego Zoo is a must-see in Southern California. Winding paths through forests and mesas bring you close to more than 12,000 rare and endangered animals, including koalas, tigers, Galápagos tortoises, polar bears, and more. Explore Africa Rocks to discover penguins, baboons, lemurs, weaver birds, and other unique wildlife. Enjoy up-close encounters, interactive experiences, and exciting educational presentations. This wild and fun atmosphere makes the San Diego Zoo a great place for families to connect with animals and plants, and learn how to become wildlife allies. As a leader in wildlife care and conservation, the San Diego Zoo is at the heart of the San Diego experience. We hope to see you soon!

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Reviews

4.70

3,964 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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Gold standard
Michael A,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Can see why San Diego zoo is the gold standard. Amazing animals, but also like being in a botanical garden.
San Diego Zoo Review
Julie L,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
There is do much to see, so plan to spend an entire day (or more!) at the San Diego Zoo. Take the SkyTram in at least one direction and start your visit by taking the Zoo bus tour (30-40 minutes excluding waiting in line for a bus. Also, wear comfortable walking shoes because the Zoo is large and the terrain is very hilly. Bring a refillable water bottle with toy. The staff and volunteers are very knowledgeable and helpful.
Well run Zoo experience
J8030LRmarkp,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The San Diego zoo was an exceptional way to spend the afternoon while visiting family. The whole experience was a smooth event, parking, walk to exhibits and the tour bus. Highly recommend the SD Zoo.
Awesome
guillermopH4821QU,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great expierence, awesome ecosystems the pandas was a great show. Also very good distribiution of the park wih good information around it
Always a good time
anitamE3777VB,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I've been taking my baby girl to the zoo while on maternity leave and the volunteers and employees in the red shirts are always so friendly and knowledgeable about the park and animals. I always have a good time and I am looking forward to bringing my toddler for a full family day.
Perfect birthday celebration with my family
Travel37506307639,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wonderful day not too hot. Animals were out. And the food is always good. Staff is helpful. Just a wonderful place to go and see beautiful animals and exquisite plants
A wonderful experience
reginaeZ9108YA,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a wonderful experience and it made us feel good to know that everything we purchased in the park goes to wildlife conservation.
ADA Friendly and Always Such a Great Visit
928trenah,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I am a member. Was able to take my mom. I was worried about her walking too much. We were helped by a volunteer to get an ADA bus to take us to the far side by the pandas. So thankful for that. My only complaint is the glass between us and the pandas are so reflective that we can’t get a good picture without the crowd showing up in the picture. We first took the bus around to see the whole zoo. Loved that. Of course, love the mission, vision and value of the organization. Every worker or volunteer we interacted with were so helpful and friendly. Came at a time where many of the usually sleeping animals were out and about.
Family adventure
jazmino150,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Clean. The bus trip was the best. We started off with it and it gave us a good idea of where everything is. The workers and volunteers were friendly. The animals has activities to so. And hearing the animals is magical.
Pandas
Z5901MCbennyb,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Panda morning walking tour was incredible! Our whole day was amazing, but that was the best part. Olivia was an amazing guide.