Suggestions for Zoo near Los Angeles

Steve P. • March 23, 2009It's a great zoo, and a nice, cheap way to spend a nice afternoon. Bring your walking shoes, though.

Katy L. • April 8, 2016This place is awesome!! And you can visit 24/7.

eric b. • October 8, 2023Great place for kids birthdays with neat animals and a informed and caring staff.

Erik R. • January 20, 2017Leave the city behind and explore the dusty terrain! Plenty of hiking trails, seek out the old zoo grounds, marvel at the Hollywood sign, discover the stars and city view at the Griffith Observatory.

Sofia V. • December 4, 2010Not open to the public. you can hears the roars and chirps from afar though.

Ryan P. • November 14, 2014Best exhibit at the zoo.

Ryan P. • November 14, 2014Giraffes are always good sports for photos

Ryan P. • May 14, 2015Say hi to Reggie and read her story on the plaque.

Ryan P. • November 6, 2014One of the best exhibits at the zoo.

Idea Monkey, Inc. • July 29, 2011In 1912 The Griffith Park Zoo opened featuring 15 animals. It was enhanced and expanded in 1937 by the Federal Works Progress Administration. In 1966 the zoo closed and move to its current location.

Nicole M. • May 5, 2010Best farmers market in LA for kids. Train and pony rides, petting zoo, bouncy houses, plus a great farmers market. A perfect Sunday morning!

Kitty R. • December 15, 2023Worth it in 2023!!!!

Ryan P. • July 23, 2015If you go around towards the men's room on the hill you can get a great view through the fence.

Ryan P. • November 6, 2014They are always good sports and seem to be out and showing off.

Kat L. • August 4, 2013Gorgeous views along w/ a great workout! Less people than at Runyon Canyon. Wear running shoes, trails can be slippery. Next to the zoo & golf course so it's a perfect spot for the whole family!

Ryan P. • November 14, 2014Zebras are always in a good mood

Beverly Hills • February 13, 2012Find the monthly schedule, printed on signs at each entrance, for all market's happenings: live music, petting zoos and even e-waste recycling.

Derek F. • July 21, 2013Pretty steep at $3 a ride, w/no discounts for multiple rides or members, but nice choice of zoo animals for kids to choose from. Adults ride free accompanying toddlers. 2 benches available for babies.

Kelsey C. • January 1, 2012There are two sides!

Tina F. • March 22, 2011The best food at the zoo is @ Reggie's...its a little pricey but if you have to eat ay the zoo this place is worth it. They have beer, wine and desserts too.

Yvette B. • October 17, 2014Great pumpkin patch with a petting zoo, pony rides, and corn maze! Don't forget to try the roasted corn.

Ryan P. • November 6, 2014You can usually see them at the main viewing area around 4pm for feeding.

Sarah R. • November 13, 2012My fave LA Farmers Market: food, clothes, jewelry, flowers & more! Free parking at the beach (Dorothy Green Park) until 1:30pm w validation. Fun weekly entertainers, petting zoo & pony rides.

knappst3r • September 3, 2012The park & ride from the zoo worked wonderfully, easy all round. It's a $5 round trip, and the parking at the zoo is free. #win

Miles G. • May 24, 2012My favorites are the Zoo Gummies in the bulk candies section!

Alharith • July 28, 2016Huge creature

Dustin R. • February 24, 2014Yep, there's Hippo's here.

Solutions i. • October 10, 2012Fun&informative. A lot of their exhibits are hands on, and they have a new fish tank that houses countless numbers of marine wildlife.They even have a marine petting zoo where you can touch starfish.

Sukhjit G. • April 14, 2013The parking lot is a zoo. Keep it together people.

Lane H. • December 24, 2011Glad to see they hired some parking lot attendants, it was a zoo without their help.