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
3,686 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It was a hot day and many animals were either in shelter or slept under shade
YI L,
Aug 12, 2025
- Viator
3.00Unfortunately on the day of our visit it was a very hot day and lots of animals decided it was also too hot for them too and they went to sleep under shade or shelter.
Great day out
Susan W,
Aug 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00San Diego Zoo is amazing we had a great day there. It has so much to do. The Pandas & Koalas were a favourite with our group.
Huge Zoo. Animals seem well cared for. You will get your steps in...
Dawn D,
Jul 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00The San Diego Zoo is HUGE. The animals seemed well cared for. I went on a Thursday and arrived just after 10:00 AM and it was busy. I jumped on the Bus Tour and enjoyed 30-40 minutes learning about some of the animals. Then, I started walking around. I could see most animals, though a few were elusive. The lion was sleeping, so I didn't get a good view of it. The Koalas were sleeping, but I was able to see them well. The hippos, rhinos, zebra, gorillas, giraffes, orangutans, and more were out and about and active. I rode the Skyfari gondola. I had lunch at Albert's and it was very nice and great quality food. Around 2:00 PM, I entered the short line to view the Giant Pandas They were super cute, just munching on their bamboo. I left around 3:30 PM. Overall, the ticket to enter the zoo may seem expensive, but there is a lot to see and you are contributing to the conservation of endangered species. Also, you will get your steps in, so wear comfortable shoes.
Great experience
Katsiaryna V,
Jul 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing place for kids and adults. But be ready to walk for about 5 hours to cover whole zoo in one day.
An Amazing Day with Awesome Wildlife
Bryan K,
Jul 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00An incredibly beautiful day with all the wildlife to see active. The San Diego Zoo employs innovation to ensure the healthy life of the animals and the visitors experience in a very clean and comfortable environment. My only wish is that I live closer so I can visit more often. I’m a fan of the San Diego Zoo!!
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