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Smithsonian’s National Zoo
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National Zoological Park, Washington
"The black bean burger at the Lion's Mane restaurant is very good."(16 Tips)
"Great place for a walk because it’s free admission as well."(13 Tips)
"you’ll find features such as the Giant Panda Habitat"(10 Tips)"... 'O Line', watch the Orangutans as they 'commute' from home to work above..."(8 Tips)
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Lisa JohnsonSeptember 5, 2011Free zoo, check out the panda exhibit, although they will probably be sleeping as usual.
Pablo RamosApril 16, 2015I guess it's better for the animals but the enclosures make it difficult to spot many of the animals
Anastasia DellaccioMarch 18, 2011Don't forget to get some homemade all natural gelato at the Dolci Gelati stand!
Stephanie CJanuary 29, 2012Just watched a cheetah devouring a rabbit. Look hard under the rushes along the fence bordering the path.
Mike DaughertyJune 16, 2011If you are going to spend $2 on a map, donate it instead. There are big maps throughout the park.
Camille WrightAugust 13, 2015Free admission, but kind of disappointing. Not a lot of good animals, more stores.
Beautifully maintained zoo, and it’s free! The pandas aren’t always active to mitigate expectations
Roxanne LorenzoJuly 5, 2010Bring water! In case you forget, there's a 7-Eleven right across the zoo entrance where beverages are cheaper.
Hannah SolbachMarch 20, 2011Foursquare tip: check-in to exhibits based on distance not where you actually are if you want the points. 4square keeps telling me I'm not where I actually am then doesn't award points
Recycle cell phones/accessories, iPods, handheld gps units, laptops and portable hard drives in the great ape house.
Kim Darwaza, REALTORMay 10, 2011Boo at the Zoo is fun for the kids. Parking is bad so metro. It gets cold so bundle up.
Ashley MagrumMarch 21, 2011Weekday/Early/Gloomy (Possibly even raining) -- Best time to go in my book.
Becky WoodhouseSeptember 15, 2014Didn't realize the zoo doesn't loop around. Go up one side and down the other.
NicolleJanuary 12, 2010On the Asian Trail, don't miss the "red pandas" or "firefoxes." They are So Cute & are always outside.
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Smithsonian’s National Zoo
3001 Connecticut Ave NW (at Hawthorne St NW)
Washington, D.C. 20008
United States
Washington, D.C. 20008
United States
Smithsonian National Zoological Park is a part of the Smithsonian Institution, the world's largest museum and research complex. The words National Zoo represent a large, complex, and diverse organization with a multifaceted mission demonstrating leadership in animal care, science, and education.
Closed until 8:00 AM Sunday (Show more)
- Mon–Tue, Thu–Fri, Sun
- 8:00 AM–7:00 PM
(202) 633-4888
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