San Francisco Zoo: Entry Ticket
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San Francisco Zoo Tickets and Information
- San Francisco Zoo Address: Sloat Boulevard, 94132, San Francisco
- Opening Hours: Daily from 10:00 - 17:00
Is San Francisco Zoo Worth Visiting
- San Francisco Zoo is a great place for a day out to entertain the family, in our opinion.
What You See At San Francisco Zoo
- Home to more than 2000 animals
About San Francisco Zoo
San Francisco Zoo, or SF Zoo is located right opposite the Pacific Ocean! It’s one of the city's most popular attractions, and a great family day out! The zoo covers around 100 acres and is home to over 2,000 animals from more than 250 species which are split into various different areas including:
The ‘Exploration Zone’, which is home too:
- Insect Zone
- Meerkats
- Prairie Dogs
- Family Farm
- Nature Trail (Seasonal)
The 'Outback Trail' area, which is home too:
- Kangaroos
- Cassowary
- Koala’s
The 'South America' area, which is home too:
- Anteater
- South American Tropical Rainforest & Aviary, which is home to anaconda, sloth and birds
'Bear Country' zone, which is home too:
- Black Bear
- Wolf Canyon
- Grizzly Gulch
- Chacoan Peccary
- Pelicans
'Cat Kingdom' Zone, which is home too:
- Black Rhino
- Bongo
- Big cats
- Snow leopard
- Penguin
- Asian Rhino
- Komodo Dragon
'Lemur Forest' area, which is home too:
- Lemur
- Mandrill
- Eagle
- Sifaka
- Orangutan
- Chimpanzee
'Africa Savanna' zone which is home too:
- Ostrich
- Gorilla
- African birds
- Giraffe
- Zebra
- Kudu
There is also a flamingo pond!
As well as animals, SF Zoo also has some fun rides for you to enjoy, which include:
- Virtual Reaity Zone - a new interactive experience that takes you to the forests of Rwanda (separate ticket required from the ticket window on site)
- Little Puffin Miniature Steam Train - which is a great fun miniature railway (the train doesn’t operate when it’s raining for safety purposes though. Tickets are also purchased at the railway station.
- Dentzel Carousel - an original restored Dentzel Carousel which dates back to 1921! Again, a ticket is required which can be purchased at the ride.
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San Francisco Zoo FAQs
- Do you need to book tickets in advance for San Francisco Zoo?
- There is a ticket office on site, so you can buy them there, but it can get busy, so we do always suggest that it’s easier to book them online before you go.
- Is San Francisco Zoo wheelchair accessible?
- Yes, San Francisco Zoo is wheelchair accessible.
- Are the rides included in the ticket at SF Zoo?
- No, the SF Zoo entry ticket doesn’t include use of the attraction rides they offer, such as the miniature railway or the carousel. Tickets have to be purchased on site for those.
- Is there a petting zoo at the San Francisco Zoo?
- Yes! The zoo has a popular "Family Farm" area with friendly animals that kids can pet, including goats, sheep, and other barnyard animals.
- How long does it take to walk through the entire San Francisco Zoo?
- Most visitors spend about 2-4 hours exploring the zoo, though the time can vary depending on how much they stop to observe the exhibits and participate in activities.
San Francisco Zoo Fun Facts
- Oldest Zoo in California: The San Francisco Zoo was established in 1929, which makes it the oldest zoo in the state!
- Home of Elly, the Oldest Black Rhino: Elly, a black rhinoceros, who lived to be over 46 years old at the San Francisco Zoo, was one of the oldest rhinos ever in captivity!
- First Zoo to House a Snow Leopard: The San Francisco Zoo was the first zoo in North America to have a snow leopard, starting its commitment to endangered species early on.
- Inspired a Disney Movie: The zoo’s penguin colony and its dedicated keeper, known for leading the penguins in a daily march, served as inspiration for scenes in the movie The Penguins of Madagascar!
- Home to a Rare Species of Kangaroo: The zoo is one of the few places where you can see the endangered brush-tailed rock-wallaby, a small kangaroo-like marsupial native to Australia.
- Largest Lemur Habitat in the Country: The Lipman Family Lemur Forest is the largest outdoor lemur habitat in North America, with over seven species of lemurs!
- Home of a "Singing Dog": The San Francisco Zoo is home to New Guinea singing dogs, which are known for their unique vocalisations that sound almost like songs!
- Has a Historic Carousel: The Dentzel Carousel at the zoo is over 100 years old, featuring hand-carved wooden animals and making it a beloved attraction for families.
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Tips for Visiting
- Book Tickets Online: We always suggest booking tickets online. This can save you a lot of time as queues can form at the ticket office on site.
- Combination Tickets: Consider one of our great combination tickets. Click HERE to see our combination options for SF Zoo.
- Wear Comfortable Shoes: As we always say for zoo visits- wear comfortable shoes! You will be doing a lot of walking so it’s much better to be comfortable!
How to get there
- San Francisco Zoo, Sloat Boulevard, 94132, San Francisco
Opening Hours
- Monday: 10:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday: 10:00 - 17:00
- Wednesday: 10:00 - 17:00
- Thursday: 10:00 - 17:00
- Friday: 10:00 - 17:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:00
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