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Smithsonian National Zoo
"Please note: New entrance/exit patterns.Main Entrance Vehicles and Pedestrians: 3001 Connecticut Ave. NWAlternative Entrance Pedestrians Only: Harvard Street BridgeThe Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute leads the Smithsonian's global efforts to save species, better understand ecosystems and train future generations of conservationists. Its two campuses are home to more than 2,000 animals, including critically endangered species. Always free of charge, the Zoo's 163-acre park in the heart of Washington, D.C., is a popular tourist destination. The Zoo instills a lifelong commitment to conservation through engaging experiences with animals and the people working to save them."
Address: 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington (district de Columbia) 20008
Phone: (202) 633-4888
State: DC
City: Washington
Street Number: 3001 Connecticut Ave NW
Zip Code: 20008
categories: museum, zoo



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Reviews
This large zoo is maintained fairly well and there is great decor throughout the park. There are numerous exhibits including several that are indoors which allow for a break from the outside. The spaces for the animals appear larger than most zoos I have visited which I appreciate. As with all zoos, some animals may be out of view, but that is a need for the animals. It’s a large zoo; we spent over 4 hours. There are ample food choices throughout the park.
Well spaced zoo with a great variety of animals. Recommend getting there when it opens to not only see more animals but to avoid the crowds. We arrived at 8:15AM on a Saturday and didn't have to really deal with crowds or lines until about 11:30AM. Also, be aware that this zoo covers a large area on a bit of a grade so you'll be doing a lot of walking and about half will be uphill. Wear comfortable shoes.
Very nice zoo !! There are tons of animals , reptiles to see .. they have indoor exibits which can make it very refreshing on hot days along with outdoor shower mists. There are also nice walking trails & lots of little food stands , gift shop on site. . Admission is free!! But the parking pass is $30.00 which id recommended to pay ahead of time to make sure you have a parking spot. To view all the animals , reptiles , to walk the trails id say a good 3 to 4 hours is roundabout how much time you would need :
The weather was hot. We arrived early and ran out of steam early as well. Food and drink were pricey. I recommend bringing a refillable water bottle. Red pandas were hiding, gorilla building was closed, and a few others but overall an amazing experience. Animals seem well taken care of with plenty of space.Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNoPrice for adult entryFree
We always love visiting this zoo. It is free to get in, although parking is a little steep in my opinion at $30. But worth it to have close and safe parking available. There are so many different animals to see and very nice buildings such as the Great Apes and Small Reptiles. There is an Orangutans crossing above which is very cool. I've only seen them close overhead once but it was amazing. There are several different areas with food options, and ice cream / drink areas throughout. Restrooms are located throughout the park and are kept very clean and stocked.
Family of 3 with a toddler spent the morning at the zoo and had a terrific time. Entering in from Connecticut Ave. will give you a downhill trek, so if you’re looking for an all day affair, opt for this entry. Pandas were active at opening of the zoo and around 9am when they were fed. Have to give a shout to officer Richardson who greeted us at the entrance of the park, gave our daughter a pin, and directed us out of the zoo so we could grab an Uber from Harvard St. This saved us from the uphill walk back to Connecticut. Highly recommend on your trip to DC
I have loved going to this zoo ever since I was a kid. The animals are well taken care of with nice sized exhibits, and the zoo is always well maintained and clean. Prepare to be there for quite a few hours with the walking, but also for the number of animals to see and info to read. They also have water misters outside for hot days, and plenty of buildings to go into to cool down. My absolute favorite is always going to visit the pandas.
Great zoo but make sure to bring a pair of comfortable shoes. The zoo is on a hill so you will be heading down the hill one way, and back up the other. Bring your own drinks as the vendors/carts are about 3x more expensive than what you can get outside the zoo. Depending on the day you go many animals may be hiding in the shadows or indoors. So don't come in expecting to see all of them.
Well the park itself is decent I do not recommend getting there before 9 am. We arrived when they opened at 8 thinking we would be able to get in and out so we can continue on our visit to Washington DC. What we found is almost none of the main animals were out until after 9. We had already walked the entire zoo to see the pandas, elephants, bison, and others. Grounds are kept okay but not as meticulous as I would expect our national zoo.
Would have 5 stars if we could have finished the tour. It was far too hot and by the time we finally made it to the elephant area, we were spent and unable to keep going. Had a blast though. Got to see a lot of cool animals and really enjoyed the day. Parking is the only cost for admission and traffic in DC is literally worse than NY and Chicago combined I have driven all 3 places and yes, DC is the worst. Totally worth the visit but plan ahead. This is not a small zoo and it has a lot of hills. Wear good shoes and bring water. Lastly, have your camera ready, you never know what you will see.
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