San Diego Zoo 1-Day Pass Ticket

Overview

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.

City: San Diego

Thu 12 Jun

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Starting at $76.00

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Thu 12 Jun

Starting at $76.00

Make a reservation

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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

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

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!

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (1000)

M8446CJdesireel

Mar 2025

We had a wonderful day walking around and seeing many of the amazing animals at SDZ. The gondola and bus tour were fantastic (the tour guide on the bus was informative and friendly). Between the three we managed to see almost everything!

H3015PNsarahr

Mar 2025

This is our favorite splash pad in San Diego! It is expansive with different types of water features. It also has two animal exhibits; a raccoon and monkeys. They have a large bathroom area and multiple places to change clothes. My kids always have a great time.

bbjudge

Mar 2025

Friendly staff. Nice reception and help to renew my membership. Lots of upgrades and real easy to phone AP…very knowledgeable staff that gave me directions