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4.7/5(4,845)

Jack F

Couple
Verified booking
2 days ago
The San Diego Zoo was by far the best experience of my entire trip to San Diego, and nothing short of remarkable. It is set in the iconic Balboa park and is in close proximity to other amazing places and activities in the park including the Japanese Friendship Gardens or the gorgeous Botanical Gardens. Headout made the ticket purchasing and entry process incredibly easy with not only a seamless and non-confusing UI, but most importantly the ability to access tickets without an internet connection. This eliminated the stress of waiting on slow or unreliable connections at busy ticketing lines, and made my experience at the Zoo much more enjoyable in general. The Zoo is a perfect example of what I think a modern zoo should be, with a great balance of engaging and entertaining exhibits, while making it evident that animals are extremely well taken care. Habitats are beautiful and reflect the natural environments of the animals they house. It is hard to find zoos that feel ethical while also providing the classical amusement park feel of a large zoo. San Diego balances this perfectly with a wide selection of activites, concessions, etc; while maintain ethical standards and clean and proper habitats. My favorite parts of the Zoo were the "Lost Forest" pathways that really immerse you in the environment and make you feel like your really walking through a true jungle. I would recommend wearing capable footwear as the park is massive and is built upon many different hills and cliff sides that brings way for many uphill and downhill walks. However, the park is accessible for those with disabilities as there is a guided 35 minute bus tour that takes you throughout the park and has visible views of the animals, as well. The park also has plenty of food and beverage options for both kids and adults, or individuals with food allergies like myself. I was able to find several gluten free options, most notably carne asada tacos at the sabertooth grill near the elephant habitat. They were delicious and reasonably priced for in-park food. There is also alcoholic beverage stations around the park to really amp up the experience. Overall, the San Diego Zoo is a perfect excursion that is situated in an accessible area of the city and is suitable for everyone!

Karen W

Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The whole experience was amazing. Friendly and helpful staff all over the ship. Would strongly recommend s visit. We came from the UK. Shsmd it's so far away as would visit again.

Rosa M

Group
Verified booking
3 days ago
Using Headout was so easy. Purchasirng in advance allowed me to skip the long entrance line and allowed me to utilize all the extra time seeing the animals.

Sonia P

Family
Verified booking
Sep 2026
We had a beautiful day at the San Diego Zoo! There were so many senior volunteers ready to greet, help, and guide visitors. One even helped us with purchasing our parking ticket, and once inside the zoo, we continued to encounter helpful volunteers along the way. The zoo was clean, well maintained, and had plenty of shade along the paths as we made our way around to see the animals. And we saw SO many animals! The three children in our group ranged in age from 1Β½ to 5 years old, and we truly had the best time! It was a wonderful day for the whole family, and we can’t wait to go back. πŸ¦πŸ¦’πŸ˜

Ayswarya K

Family
Verified booking
Sep 2026
Had a great experience with Headout! The booking process was quick, simple, and hassle-free. Everything was well organized, and the tickets were easy to access and use. The experience was smooth from booking to entry, and it made our family trip much more convenient. I would definitely recommend Headout to anyone looking to book attractions and activities easily while traveling. Will definitely use Headout again for our future trips! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Ayswarya K

Family
Verified booking
Sep 2026
Had a great experience with Headout! The booking process was quick, simple, and hassle-free. Everything was well organized, and the tickets were easy to access and use. The experience was smooth from booking to entry, and it made our family trip much more convenient. I would definitely recommend Headout to anyone looking to book attractions and activities easily while traveling. Will definitely use Headout again for our future trips! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
    • Get more for less with this combo ticket that lets you experience the San Diego Zoo and the USS Midway Museum, two of San Diego’s most popular attractions, in one convenient booking.

    • With flexible booking, you can visit both attractions on the same day or spread them across different days, ensuring your visit fits your schedule.

    • Wander through lush exhibits and meet over 3,700 animals from across the globe. The San Diego Zoo offers a world-class wildlife experience.

    • Walk the historic decks of the USS Midway, where you can see over 25 restored aircraft and dive into the fascinating stories of naval aviation.

    • With just a 16-minute drive between the San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum, visiting both is simple and convenient, making the most of your day.

  • San Diego Zoo

    • Entry to the San Diego Zoo

    • Kangaroo Express bus tour

    • Guided bus tour

    • Skyfari Aerial Tram

    • Access to all shows and exhibits

    USS Midway Museum

    • Skip-the-line entry to USS Midway Museum

    • Audio guide in English, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, German, and French

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • 4,845 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Sonia P

    Family
    Verified booking
    Sep 2026
    We had a beautiful day at the San Diego Zoo! There were so many senior volunteers ready to greet, help, and guide visitors. One even helped us with purchasing our parking ticket, and once inside the zoo, we continued to encounter helpful volunteers along the way. The zoo was clean, well maintained, and had plenty of shade along the paths as we made our way around to see the animals. And we saw SO many animals! The three children in our group ranged in age from 1Β½ to 5 years old, and we truly had the best time! It was a wonderful day for the whole family, and we can’t wait to go back. πŸ¦πŸ¦’πŸ˜

    Jeanette G

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Sep 2026
    First, Headout made it seamless to get tickets. The Zoo was wonderful. Been a while since my last Zoo experience. Got plenty of exercise, took lots of pictures, and starting with the bus ride was a good start. Looking forward to coming back to San Diego.

    Ammie L

    Solo
    Verified booking
    Sep 2026
    The San Diego Zoo was such an amazing experience I got to see a leopard, a lion, pandas, elephants, cute sleeping koalas and more!! Overall the whole park was beautiful and well maintained.. If you have gone yet, what are you waiting for!

    Dora S

    Couple
    Verified booking
    3 weeks ago
    We covered every inch of the Zoo. Staff were courteous and helpful. Exhibits were well-laid out. The animals knew we had waited for decades to see them πŸ˜‰ and were awake and active. What a great visit!

    Karen W

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Last week
    The whole experience was amazing. Friendly and helpful staff all over the ship. Would strongly recommend s visit. We came from the UK. Shsmd it's so far away as would visit again.

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