Giant Panda eating bamboo
Daylight Experience

Feel theWild Whisper

Giant pandas spend 12 hours a day eating bamboo

Hover over zones below to explore different soundscapes

Explore

Discover Our Worlds

Each exhibit is a portal to another ecosystem. Immerse yourself in habitats from every corner of the globe.

Giant Panda eating bamboo
Now Open

Giant Pandas

Welcome our newest residents in their state-of-the-art bamboo sanctuary. Watch as these gentle giants munch, play, and explore.

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Panda Ridge
Limited viewing times
Africa Rocks
Most Popular

Africa Rocks

Journey through six distinct African habitats, from the penguin beaches to the leopard lookouts.

Lower Zoo
Elephant Odyssey
Family Favorite

Elephant Odyssey

Travel back 12,000 years and meet the descendants of Ice Age giants in this prehistoric adventure.

Upper Zoo
Lost Forest
Hidden Gem

Lost Forest

Venture into a mysterious tropical canopy where orangutans swing and rare okapis roam.

Central Zoo
Live Now

Watch Our Animals Live

Connect with wildlife 24/7 from anywhere in the world. Click to watch live feeds from San Diego Zoo.

Live cameras are hosted by San Diego Zoo. Click any camera to open the official live feed in a new tab and watch our amazing animals in real-time.

AI-Powered Experience

Talk to Our Animals

Each of our animal ambassadors has their own unique voice and personality. Ask them questions about their habitat, diet, or conservation status.

Wildlife Alliance

Protecting Wildlife,
Together

The San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is committed to saving species worldwide. Your visit directly supports conservation efforts across the globe.

45+
Species Saved
Brought back from the brink of extinction
80+
Countries
Global conservation partnerships
4.5M
Annual Visitors
Inspired to protect wildlife
$50M
Donated
To conservation efforts annually

Active Conservation Programs

Giant Panda Conservation

Our breeding program has contributed to the recovery of wild panda populations in China.

78%funded

California Condor Recovery

From 22 birds to over 500 - a remarkable success story in species preservation.

92%funded

Coral Reef Restoration

Pioneering new techniques to restore damaged reef ecosystems worldwide.

45%funded

Every donation helps protect endangered species

Plan Your Visit

Your Adventure Awaits

Everything you need to know for an unforgettable day at the San Diego Zoo.

Hours

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Open 365 days a year

Location

2920 Zoo Drive

San Diego, CA 92101

Parking

On-site available

$20 per vehicle

Public Transit

Bus Routes 7, 215

Balboa Park station

Admission Tickets

Adult

Ages 12+

$67/person
  • Full zoo access
  • Guided bus tour
  • Live shows
Most Popular

Child

Ages 3-11

$57/person
  • Full zoo access
  • Guided bus tour
  • Explorer activities

Senior

Ages 65+

$62/person
  • Full zoo access
  • Guided bus tour
  • Priority seating
Free cancellation up to 24h
Group discounts available
Fully accessible facilities