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
3,367 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent
Lisa K,
Jun 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00A lot of walking up and down hill. Go when it’s cool outside. Get there early to get a decent parking spot and to see the animals awake.
Zoo with Emma
Tim C,
Jun 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Be ready to walk!!! Although massive, fabulous lay out and volunteer staff are readily available to assist and very knowledgeable. Great fun
Very Good Zoo Experience
Lauralei K,
Jun 18, 2025
- Viator
4.00We liked this zoo very much. The app was helpful in laying out a plan for seeing all the animals we wanted to see. However, it was not working correctly and we never could tell which way we needed to walk. We got to see all the animals we wanted to see. The bus ride was very informative. The tram doesn't really show a lot of the zoo. It was more for views really. As usual, about half the animals were sleeping when we were there - and we went right at 9am. But the ones we could see, looked healthy and happy. We didn't stay long enough for the acrobat show. There are a LOT of hills and they are steep. You can rent a scooter for $60 if the walking is too much. But the hills are no joke. We saw many young moms pushing their kids strollers up these hills with all their might, and holding on tight as they were dragged down them. Part of the experience at the zoo. :-) There are breaks from the sun, but not many at the food locations. They are mostly in the sun and the shade tables get snatched up quickly. There are benches you can take food to and eat in the shade. 2 Ice creams were $21, so plan on lots of food costs.
Viator Dilemna
Cathy M,
Jun 11, 2025
- Viator
2.00Direct purchase of tickets from venues is more accurate! Ordered 9 family tickets to a venue which when I tried to pay in advance was not functional online. Left for vacation “knowing I would be charged later.” When I received validation of sale day before date of attendance, I was only sold 1 adult ticket!!!! Went straight to venue ticket sight and purchased 8 tickets at cheaper price!!!!
San Diego Zoo
Janice P,
May 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing place, plenty of volunteers and staff to tell you more about the animals you’re looking at, lots of places to eat and drink along with plenty of restrooms which were all clean, the guided bus tours were great
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Operated by San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance