Philadelphia Zoo in Philadelphia
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Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, US
Site: http://www.philadelphiazoo.org/
- Monday:9:30AM–5PM
- Tuesday:9:30AM–5PM
- Wednesday:9:30AM–5PM
- Thursday:9:30AM–5PM
- Friday:9:30AM–5PM
- Saturday:9:30AM–5PM
- Sunday:9:30AM–5PM
We visited on World Refugee Day and had a nice enough time. Sadly, the birds were all put away to avoid avian flu. It was a hot day and I honestly feel like there could have been much more shade/water provided for the poor animals. I noticed there were even some sections of the zoo where the plants were wilting from lack of water. I did appreciate the plentiful benches and picnic tables, especially by the lake.
I have loved this zoo since I was a child. It was an amazing experience to take my own daughter there for the first time. We had a great time. It was a very interactive experience, with something for everyone. Unfortunately, we didnt get to see the birds. But they are currently being kept safe during the Avian flu outbreak. Every precaution was taken for our safety and the animals. Great family day trip!!
Visited for the 2021 light show and had a great time walking through the various lighted displays. We parked in the Zoo dedicated parking lot and it was a conveniently short walk to the entrance. They also handed out free hand warmers which was a plus.
This is a good way to spend an afternoon with a young toddler. The zoo was quiet on a hot afternoon but the animals made for a great trip. The only disappointment is that none of the birds were available to see. My wife really wanted to see the flamingos.
I loved the zoo as a kid and havent been back in so many years. I took the opportunity while I was home and honestly, I was pretty disappointed. There were hardly any animals anywhere. The birds were away for their safety, which I understood and appreciate, but there were very few other animals to even see. I dont know where they were or why their pens and cages were empty. It was a big disappointment.Food was tough to come by, too. We found one stand open with any actual selection and it cost $65 for three of us to have burgers and fries ouch.
Excellent experience with young kids! The parking was easy to get to directly off of the interstate and was just a short walk from the entrance of the zoo. The paths are well laid out and the skywalks for animals was a really neat feature! Between a great variety of species to easy-to-see exhibits and fun play stops along the way, this was a great experience for even the youngest members of our family! (Kids all under 5 years old)
Do not waste your money. Many of the exhibits were closed and it is smaller then you think. Most of the animals cages barely had any form of their natural habitat inside of it to make them feel comfortable. The worst part of all is majority of the animals look severely depressed and were pacing back and forth which indicates they are losing their mind. These animals need to be released back into their own natural habitat!!! See the images below I took to show the public how the animals look in this terrible place.
Our kids loved it! Look very clean and organized. Had so much fun! The people working here are very pleasant, very good with kids.Definitely coming back in the summer.
Loved this place! Huuuge zoo. Really friendly staff. Security guard is a legend, definitely need to go chat with him. Not everything was open due to winter/covid but it was so quiet we got front row seats to everything. Food stalls are expensive but I guess expected. We bought the City pass which includes the gate price.
We visited the Saturday before Easter. It was such a beautiful day. Sadly all of the birds were inside due to a bird flu but we understood it was for their safety. Otjer than that we got to see zebras and a rhino, giraffes, tigers, lions, gorillas and monkeys. We ate the food truck area and everything was delicious. Overall it was a great day and we cant wait to return!
We visited the first week of April 2022. It was a nice April day so most of the animals were more active than if it were the middle of summer where they just hangout in the shade. Due to the bird flu, we were not able to enjoy the birds but we still had a wonderful day. Parking is right around the corner. The zoo offers plenty of different food options.
Good but not as expected, many both were osed. Food counter were closed that make hard with kids. It was hr we were out with kids. Reptiles section is good, kids love it.
Awesome experience. Animals are very well taken care of and the staff was extremely welcoming to us.We came to Philadelphia especially to visit the zoo and we are happy with our decision!
Didn’t seem like it used to..meerkat maze was closed (very disappointed) & couldn’t see penguins due to an influenza so birds were not open for public to see.Went to order food & they didn’t have any cold sandwiches/wraps, no pepperoni for pizza & no souvenir buckets for the tenders & fries platter offered on menu. Chicken tenders were over cooked w/barely any “meat” on em..French fries weren’t bad but at the price u pay, wasn’t really worth it. Paid $4 for a bottle of water.Went to get souvenir coins from machine & they only had 1 of the 4 being offered.But at least it wasn’t too hot out so wasn’t a terrible day.
Very good zoo to visit. I feel red panda is the biggest attraction of the place. Also you can see tiger, lion and leopard. You can easily spend 1-2 hours easily in the zoo.
Great experience for the family. BEAUTIFUL lights and displays. They serve hot Cider and chocolate that adults can spike 😈. A little disappointed that we couldnt see the animals. If you park in the garage pack your patience when leaving. Took us like 40 min to get on the garage. Best time to go might be later. Would go again and bring my nieces!
Had such a wonderful time!! Great price for an entire day of fun!! Always pack a lunch and drinks!! We go every year!! Shame the birds are in quarantine because of avian flu
Excellent place to spend time with the family. The kids have so much fun. I recommend wearing comfortable shoes and backpack with cold drinks. Be early to get a good parking spot and be out before it gets too crowded. Take lots of pictures as the experience is amazing and the little one will love to have pictures to remember. They have a huge variety of animals and they are safely guarded. I recommend this place.
Havent been to the Philadelphia zoo in quite some time so I was excited to go back. Loved everything about it including the addition of the dinosaur exhibit which was really cool the only reason for the four star instead of five was the fact that several exhibits and animals were no longer there. Im late going in to see the giant honeycomb which that building was closed as well as the bird exhibit which was closed and it seemed like they were lacking in a lot of animals. But it was still a fun day with the family and friends
Illuminatire at the zoo is awesome! We went when it was freezing cold so not much of a crowd! The displays were beautiful and the characters dancing around the zoo were also great! Took a lot of pretty photos and had some spiked hot chocolate thatll run you about 10 bucks
Enjoyed it very much!Closest I will ever be to such diverse and rare animals.Have been on the Singapore Zoo Night Safari and this was contained and just as interesting.Online cost ticket price for adults showed $14. However, actual entry cost is $24 and parking lot fee $17.
My Niece Loved her class Field Trip to the Philadelphia Zoo. The One thing all of the kids agreed on was there wasnt many animals out. We assumed it was because we went On one of the hottest days
This zoo goes above and beyond to provide nicely sized enclosures and enrichment/stimulation for the animals. They have see through mesh walkway tunnels that some animals can use to travel from their enclosures. Its pretty cool! Youre just walking along and a monkey, goat, otter, gorilla or even a tiger can pass overhead!!!
One of the oldest zoos in the U.S.! Theres lots of history and lots of different animal species. The food is alright. I recommend ordering food at the Watering hole. The watering hole is a beer garden, yes you heard that correct. The zoo is always hosting a special event to make it more fun than it is. All the animals look healthy and taken care of by the best in the country. There is plenty of parking in the garage and the lots across the street. Highly recommend!
The Philly zoo is always a great place however I was slightly disappointed. Mostly because a lot of exhibits were empty. Some had a sign but most didnt. Got really tired of looking at empty pens.
Nice to walk around, not crowded at all. However there were a few animals that werent out like the elephants and the penguins. So I would plan a trip here just before the summer holidays in May.
Was really nice to come back to visit after many years. Such a nice zoo. Almost all of the animals were out which was great.Seeing the peacock out and about with its keeper was a treat. Such a beautiful bird!Great✨ walking zoo. We were there for 4 and a half hours and saw about 95% of the zoo. We were taking our time and could have seen the entire zoo if we spent less time at each exhibit. But its hard not to spend extra time viewing the beautiful animals they house.Cant wait to go back.Absolutely amazing place, highly✌✌ recommend going if you’re in the area!!
I received 2 tickets and free parking from Yelp elite to attend the opening night of the LumiNature Media Party at the Philadelphia Zoo. Coming from DE, traffic was horrendous and what should have taken 50 minutes took over 1.5 hours. But it was worth it when we arrived. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, and it was fun attending the event before the general public. Most of the animals were inside for the night, but we did get to see the zebras. It wasnt too cold and we were able to enjoy the lights throughout the zoo at our own pace. We also saw the lighting of the flamingo tree. There were drinks and food for the VIP event, so we grabbed some wine and some snacks. Chase handed out scarves and cookies, and we left with a few bags of kettle corn. Thanks Yelp, this was a really fun event!
FYI a lot of exhibits closed 4/24/2022. Some due to latest aviarian flu to protect them, so that’s understandable, but treehouse and lots of passage closures too. Disappointing for new members… and of course, still having no elephants hurts too… Appreciate they have some gluten-free food options for next time. Carousel was working and petting zoo was open.
Great day for the Zoo.! Everything inside was well done. We had wonderful day! I recommend it highly for the kids. Missed the Elephants. The parking problem was disappointing.
The service food and the line wasn’t long for waits. they have removed some attractions since i last went there but the animals and new exhibits make up for it. animals are kept happy and tank/cages clean🐒🐘🦁
Loved the zoo, while some animals were off exhibit for health and safety reasons, there was still a lot to see and do. Loved the big cat area and watching the animals in the Zoo360 was a real treat!
Love this Zoo... Lots of different animals ex: giraffes, hippos, rhinos, monkeys, otters, kangaroos, and Eagles to name a few. I brought the whole family this weekend and we had a great time. Some of the exhibits were closed but we still had a fun time. Love the nostalgia of being the 1st zoo in America. Plenty of photo opportunities but bring a nice zoom lens. Cant wait to go back when everything is at 100%.
Went on a Thursday and got tickets for 9:30am. Perfect time to go. I read reviews before going to the zoo and honestly I was nervous about the amount of animals I would get to see. But reading the reviews was wrong for me because I had a wonderful time and I can’t wait to go back! Yes some things were closed due to the pandemic but that’s understandable. I saw SO many animals so I didn’t mind. I had such a great time! Parking wasn’t hard to get so many spots when you go early. Restrooms are in the park easy to find. Love how much room the animals have. It is a lot of walking but it is enjoyable cause of the animals and the scenery.They have a gift shop + even food places were open. Also it was awesome to see everyone wearing masks when inside the exhibits when needed, I didn’t feel nervous at all because everyone was wearing them. Enough space in the park because it’s so big! Been to zoos where they are small. I totally recommend this zoo! It was cool watching the workers fed/clean the animals area. So many animals to be seen at this zoo and you won’t be disappointed! I wasn’t, I left feeling very happy! Some animals were hard to see because they were either sleeping or due to heat but came back around and saw them later on! Included just some of the animals I saw in pictures. I saw so many animals but don’t wanna overflow with photos and let everyone just experience the animals in person themselves! Was reading reviews and people said they didn’t see some animals that I saw, maybe it was off day, but so many to be seen!
It should be dubbed “Home of the Otters.” They really did steal the show. Just a heads up we needed to buy admission & parking tickets ahead of time online. It worked out great! I loved how we could pick out the time. The Zoo was not overcrowded at all. It was a way better experience like this than before. I hope they keep it up.
Pretty poorly maintained zoo. Big snakes like Anacondas live in swamps in the wild. Here in the zoo, they don’t even have enough water to fully immerse their body. Snow Leopards have to live in 100F heat in complete open enclosures 😟
The Philadelphia Zoo no longer houses some of my favorite animals, like wolves or polar bears among other popular animals. As much as I want to love the zoo because of my love of animals it just isnt the same as it once was.That being said the Christmas light show is like no other. If you get the chance to see it it really is a must! For that reason alone I rated it higher than I think I should have.
Went during the bird flu but already booked our tickets so a lot of animals were put away but cool day so the rest of the big cats were active.
We visited the zoo on Saturday 4/16/2022 and we noticed that the tiger was pacing and pawing at the metal doors trying to get inside . You can tell she was hot and had her mouth open pacing everywhere and walking in circles. She also seemed skinny. I don’t know if tiger had water but I can only imagine the summer heat how Miserable it will be.We noticed the red panda was also hot and pacing with the mouth open.
It was good. A little upset that not many animals were out since it was cold out. And very annoyed that they made me pay 17$ for parking which was not necessary. Could have just parked on the street. Tired to contact someone and Noone has yet to get back to me. Its been a week.
Beautiful place to spend the day. I havent been here in years and it looks amazing now. Take a day.
I went to the Ilumnature Light Show at the Philadelphia Zoo and it was beautiful. The entire zoo decorated with light and they vendors for food and drinks. It worth the visit. I would advise purchasing your tickets in advance to avoid long line.
You owe it to yourself to see all of the animals and exhibits in this zoo! It was really well designed. I bet its even more fun during the summer time!
After living in Philly for more than 2 years, my boyfriend and I finally made the trip to the oldest zoo in the U.S.!It was pretty hot (91°F) the day we went and many of the animals in the open exhibits were active and out! We loved the indoor exhibit with the the marmosets/tiny monkeys, as well as the reptile/amphibians exhibit (my boyfriend and I always race to see who can spot the creature first). My favorite exhibit was the petting zoo—theres a huge goat there named Breezy (?) thats super chill and sweet.Part of me really wants to give this zoo 3 stars since many of the exhibits were closed when we visited (it feels like we missed out on 30-40% of what used to be accessible). With the zoo admission and parking totalling ~$67 for 2 adults, we wanted to see more. We spent about 1.75 hours going through the exhibits at a slow pace. Another complaint is that many of the exhibits only showed 1 animal of each type (cheetah, tiger, hippo, boar, and red panda exhibits). I couldnt help but feel that some of the animals were lonely... Still, I wanted to give this place as high of a rating as I could justify so the zoo gets more visitors/adequate funding for the proper care of the animals.Overall, Philly Zoo isnt the best zoo in the U.S., but the healthy conditions of the animals do show they are being well cared for. Every animal we saw seemed to be well cared for and the environments were very clean. Id like to see more companions for many of the animals, and look forward to some of the reopening of some of the exhibits the next time we visit!
My kids love going to the zoo. Everyone was wearing masks indoors and there are clear signs everywhere.The gibbons were especially playful in the morning. During the summer Id highly recommend you visit in the morning. Theres plenty of shade at the zoo, but its cooler in the morning...
Because there is avian flu on the east coast, all the birds were away 😔 and a lot of the animals were sleeping lol but it was still a good time.
Had the opportunity to visit the Philadelphia zoo on Saturday with My Wife, it was an event funded by Health Partners Plan. We got to enter the zoo for free & spend the day free of charge. There was a scavenger hunt, & a raffle. I saw and took lots of pictures of the Animals. Staff were pleasant, friendly and respectful. We had a great time. Looking forward to our next visit. Maybe next time well see more Animals...⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The kids loved it! Most of the animals were out and parking was easy. Highly recommend for children. However, the birds are not out due to the avian flu.
This is the oldest Zoo in the nation, and as such it had a wide range of animals and exhibits to see. Its a fun time to spend a day at and will entertain children and adults alike. They have a goat petting zoo where kids can pet kids (ha, get it? Goats are kids) at no additional charge.The only thing that seemed to be lacking was the amenities. It didnt seem to have a lot of food options and it would have been nice to have a family bathroom for changing diapers or allowing my wife to breastfeed more comfortably. But other than that it was a fun time!
First time to the Luminature at the Philadelphia Zoo as it had lots of lights and did get me into a festival feeling I have experienced better out there, I’m not at all displeased by my experience but not 5 star worthy. The food trucks were a great touch as they had treats and finger food, I personally tried the s’mores cone cause who doesn’t like s’mores, it was delicious. The light displays where very original and nothing you would see anywhere else definitely enjoyed it so hope you feel the same. Enjoy!
Very nice layout, the zoo360 thing is cool. Weather wasn’t great so animals weren’t super active but we got to see tigers/lions/jaguars up close.
1st trip of the school year and it was great! We enjoyed seeing the animal and visiting the gift shop!❤
This is the best Zoo Ive ever been to !!! The habitats were clean and large enough for the animals to play but small enough for us to be able to view at least one animal. The Zoo 360 climbing courses for the primates and big cats were amazing ! I wish every zoo gave their animals an opportunity to explore the world a bit more.The employees were kind, answered questions, and helped us spot the animals that we couldnt see ourselves.Also, they have animals I havent seen anywhere else. Aye-ayes, 3 types of lemurs, and hippos were the ones Ive never seen anywhere else! The giant otter was my favorite.My favorite guest feature was the braille writing along with a tactile animal shape. Blind people are often ignored in situations like this, so I appreciated the inclusivity.I definitely recommend this zoo to ANYONE looking for a great informative experience.
Really great zoo. Nice for a half-day excursion. Good variety of animals, knowledgeable staff, clean amenities. Well be back.
First time attending their light show and I loved it. Filled with a lot of different activities . They served smores and hot chocolate.
A lot of the animals were missing (not sure why) however its worth the visit for the few you do see, especially when theres a cool dinosaur exhibit at the zoo! The many empty cages/areas could have been temp-- maybe they were getting covid shots! 💉 Though would of preferred if I knew before hand. Anyway great experience overall if you have kids.
We loved the dinosaur exhibit! So cool and huge! The entire zoo is well maintained. They have an indoor play and exploration area for young ones. They also have a fun petting area where you go in with the goats to feed them. You can visit this place over and over. Fun for the young and old. Very big.
We love boo day at the zoo. We go every year. Its always a great time dressing up, trick or treating through the zoo and enjoying looking at the animals. Great family fun 😀
My family had a wonderful time! Many exhibits were closed due to covid, which is unfortunate. Staff was friendly and food was expensive but surprisingly fresh and good.
Me and my 6 year old went to the ZOO for Halloween it was great. They have aDinosaur Exhibi; its awesome the dinosaurs move and make sounds.
Took my toddler granddaughter for her first visit . My daughter was gifted a membership. I highly recommend going that route. Parking was included very close to entrance of zoo.Go early, especially in the summer. We beat the crowds and it was nice and cool.I went to the zoo as a child, took my children, and it never disappoints. The park was clean with great signage and plenty of things to see and do. My granddaughter lived the petting zoo
Its always nice to visit the Philadelphia zoo which is one of the oldest zoo in the world! I love all the expansions and accommodations that our Heroes the caregivers have worked long and hard to still be one of the finest by far!
Such a wonderful time. So much to do and was bit packed we paid for parking and did not need to cause no one checked our parking ticket but I guess better safe than sorry
TREEHOUSE was closed, No birds were out due to Bird Flu and more then half of the stands were closed due to short staffing. I thought for the first day of Spring that they would of had more open. We are season pass members so hopefully its better the warmer it gets.
What an amazing zoo! I love all the tunnel systems for so many types of animals. Beautiful big exhibits for all the animals. Highly recommended going to this amazing zoo!
It was amazing! Very friendly and clean. They have food trucks set up right now but your more then welcome to bring your own food. The tickets are cheap and the parking is reasonable too. You do not have to spend money while there. I like that its clear to see that the animals are well taken care of. In my opinion its a great place for a family trip!
Going to the zoo in cooler/cold months is amazing! The animals in outdoor exhibits are generally more active and not as many visitors so you can actually get near the exhibits to see the animals.
Always a great experience at Americas first Zoo! One of my personal favorite zoos and places to visit in the city. The historic feel remains amongst the ever changing animal enclosures like the cat walk letting tigers roam the zoo from above. Theres food, rides, a petting zoo, inside and outside exhibits, live animal demonstrations and seasonal events. Ive had a membership for over 5 years and I still get excited to visit. If you live in the area this is a must see
Surprisingly packed with tons of enclosures, with a clear focus on creature wellbeing and dynamic interaction with guests. From the first exhibits and the variety of supported species to the beautiful setting and relaxed atmosphere, this is more than your average zoo experience. My favorite elements were the little exhibits of protected species in the front, the huge pool and diving penguins, and watching large primates interact with their families.The setting made the experience so much more enjoyable, with lush and fragrant trees and shrubs, meandering paths, and unique shops and cafes along the way. Definitely a lovely place, and a wonderful oasis in the city.
Great historic zoo. Although some things were closed due to COVID-19, most animals were accessible and they seem to be in very well maintained habitats.
Excellent Zoo. Easy to navigate, great for children and adults alike. We did a kid-led scavenger hunt and it was fun and interactive. Many sanitization stations in the zoo and a lot of places where you can fill a water bottle with filtered water, which was 100% appreciated on a hot day like today. A few of the interactive things were closed, but it just gives us something to look forward to on a future visit.This zoo has a great variety of animals and they are all visually accessible, often from multiple viewpoints. Dont miss the penguins - they seem to like to interact with the visitors though their glass tank!We also visited the Dinosaur exhibit - it was very interesting with many of the dinos being animatronic. Fun to walk around inside the outdoor exhibit.The only disappointment was the gift shop - 80% overpriced stuffed animals and a few other items such as shirts. Not many things at a low price point for children to buy for themselves.We were staying in Rittenhouse Square and took a Lyft to the zoo. It was quick and convenient to not have to deal with parking!
This place has really gone down hill. Very BORING, no elephants, lions were far away, and you cant see them close up in the window on the inside anymore like it used to be in the past. Also had some concerns about the placement of animals entrapment. Are they able to get out?? Cheetah could definitely climb up the tree right over the electric band and jump out as with the Rhino. The ravine around his enclosure wasnt high enough. He could walk right to the edge where people are. Otherwise, its a nice day trip for someone with very small kids. Would bore older children unless its the first time you went there.
Always an awesome time at the Philly Zoo! Fun for the kids, treats, nice cold beer, and amazing animals! Cant go wrong! If u dont want to pay for parking theres street parking too, a little sketchy but weve parked there plenty of times with out an issue, right next to gas station on same side of zoo.
First time visiting this zoo, and neither the crowds nor the parking were too bad when we got there early on a Saturday morning. The exhibits are nice and run throughout the space, with various animals climbing around and over the main walking areas. The dinosaur exhibit is fun for kids, but a bit small. The indoor exhibits are nice and well organized, but one big issue is that the staff is non-existent throughout much of the zoo. Indoor areas where masks are required are crowded with people ignoring the mask rules (particularly on hot days), and no one is enforcing the rules. If you have COVID concerns, the zoos indoor exhibits are a nightmare.
Great place to bring the family . You will enjoy seeing all the animals kids will have fun.
It’s a great zoo. It’s huge. The only bad thing I can say is the parking situation… even if you’re a member (like myself)I still had to park about a 10-15 minute walk away.I also wish they had an employee speaking about different sections and different animals. But it’s a gigantic zoo. They have so many different sections. The reptile and snakes exhibit was pretty cool.
What a wonderful time! The zoo was gorgeous, clean, the staff was so sweet and took their time to explain things to us. The bird area was amazing, despite the fact we cannot pet or feed them at this time. It made my first time in a zoo such a great experience. I’ll definitely be coming back soon!
We love the Philly zoo! Lots of varieties of animals and theres always something to see. Food (for zoo) is good and not egregiously expensive. They have beer and wine as well which is always welcome, especially on hotter days.
Wonderful. Staff was excellent. Very helpful and accommodating. Assisted with masks when we had forgotten about the Philadelphia mandate. Always a great day at the zoo.
It was an awesome experience the kids loved it only thing it was a rainy day. We will definitely be going to visit again the kids enjoyed it.
Beautiful lights, I’d recommend anybody to go see the lights it’s gorgeous.I have a membership so not sure exactly the amount for entry was.
Very clean, animals healthy, face painting, activities, rest area seating throughout for grandmothers! Lol
Easy to navigate with clear signs, 4 hours should be good enough to complete entire tour.Perfect for the kids, it has a separate area with goats and sheeps for kids to touch them(little crowded here). Rare exhibits like gorilla.. this is rare to find and they have 7 of them(with silver back male). They have Giraffee, Hippo, Rhino, Zebra. Only 1 cheetah and no tigers or lions or elephants(little dissapointed) but please take a membership and support the wild. Parking is included otherwise its 17$
We had a beautiful day at the zoo! Missed a few of our animal friends, while enjoying those we did get to visit with.
Took the family to see all the animals. Walked the Zoo for awhile only to find most if not all animals were either not in their enclosure or they were a sleep and not moving. Have to admit we were disappointed that they had no elephants. Weather was great and not humid so we were surprised to see minimal movement from the animals. A few places in the zoo were overgrown and not maintained. I think Covid really took a toll on the beauty of the zoo and staff as even they seemed short on staff. Overall I would still go back in hopes it would be a better day for the animals
Only giving it 4 stars because so many exhibits were empty. But other than that it was great , went with the family and everyone has a great time
I got a membership to the zoo as an early Christmas gift this year. We have visited several times since and have loved every moment! This zoo not only has a huge selection of animals that we can never see everything in one visit, but their customer service is top notch. I recently had a family emergency when I was scheduled to visit one of their special events and, after only 2 minutes on the phone with customer service (which I connected to within one minute) they had my reservation rescheduled and ready to go. I am so happy with everything about this zoo and recommend memberships to anyone within 2 hours of it (we live about 90 minutes from it; it is always worth the trip).
I was very disappointed. Only big cats that were there was a male and female lion, one tiger. Two bears, one rhino. No wolves coyotes foxes dingos, leopards, panthers, no polar bears. They did have small monkeys, snakes and alligators. Our Zoo is very disappointing. Dont go. Dont go.
My first experience at the Philadelphia Zoo was a great one. My favorite exhibit was the Rare Reptiles, I really enjoyed the Komodo Dragon. In observing the Komodo Dragon it appeared to be big and calm, I also loved the way the dragon looked. Another exhibit that I enjoyed was the PECO PRIMATE RESERVE because of the different primates and habitats. Overall my trip to the zoo was eventful, but there are just some things that disappointed me. I noticed the conditions of some of the exhibits, which were unsanitary and not kept up which left me sad. Also a lot of the exhibits did not have animals in it. I hope to go back soon and i look forward to better conditions.
Amazing zoo. The bird flu has all bird exhibits closed right now though.
Total reviews rating 4.5
100 Reviews for Philadelphia Zoo 2023:
Review №1
2022-05-13We enjoyed our visit to the zoo immensely! It was a gorgeous day to enjoy the animals, the sunshine, and the beautifully landscaped pathways. We were disappointed that we couldnt see some of our favorites like the penguins and flamingos (due to avian flu precautions). We especially enjoyed the family of gorillas. :) If you plan to visit more than once in a year, I highly recommend investing in a membership!
Review №2
2022-01-23We came here during the Memorial Day weekend 2021. This was our first time here. It was raining on the way here and for a short period time after arriving but it eventually stopped and we were able to enjoy the Zoo. Parking was pretty easy and was just a short walk to the main gate. Once through the main gate there is an inside exhibit, we hung out in there for while because they had a few new baby animals and it was neat to see how they act with their mothers. A few exhibits was closed at this time but nothing that would stop you from having a good time! They have so many animals to see and enjoy! One of my favorites were the 3 giraffes, which was amazing to see because most Zoos I been to either have 1,2 or none at all. Be prepared because it is a lot of walking so bring your best walking/running shoes. Can’t forget the beer! Beer was good and cold! However, this Zoo is kind of pricey because you have to pay for parking and admission, which is unheard of. All of the Zoos I have been to you either paid for admission and parking was free or you paid for parking and admission was free. I still recommend visiting the Philadelphia Zoo. You will have a great time!
Review №3
2022-06-16My family and I visit the Zoo at least once a year. Every year we get to see all of the animals. But this years was different. Majority of the animals were moved in door due to a suspected avian influenza. Therefore, we didnt get to see much of the animals. We went on Wednesday exactly 9:20am, 10 minutes before the zoo could open. We bought our tickets a day prior including parking. Because we went early there was no long line. We rented a stroller. The girl there was were helpful and she made sure to wipe the stroller. Sucks I couldnt remember her name. Overall we had a pleasant time. And the weather was beautiful.
Review №4
2022-04-20A wonderful experience.We came in April 2022. Buying the tickets online was very easy. You can change your reservation up to 11:59PM the previous day. You can also pay for parking ahead of time.The Zoo is well laid out making it easy to see all the animals. It’s also well designed for strollers. The food was very good with plenty of options.There is beautiful artwork throughout the zoo: sculptures, paintings, art installations: well thought out and distinctive. The conservation efforts are well show cased too.The Big Cat area is not to be missed. The Primate Reserve is excellent as well. The animals have large walkways to traverse the park in and it is a very cool feature.We enjoyed our experience very, very much. The zoo does not take much time to see if you are short on time: you can still enjoy all of it. So don’t hesitate: you do not need all day but can easily make it a leisurely experience and picnic as well.Highly recommend!
Review №5
2022-06-07Just a few pictures of our fun day at the zoo! We were so happy to see all of the animals today! We were a little worried when we first arrived and saw all of the kids on a field trip but it wasnt too bad.My 4 year old said he loved seeing all of the animals!
Review №6
2022-05-20May 2022 - All of the bird exhibits are closed due to avian bird flu - which is understandable. Many of the concessions and gift shops were closed. Some areas were closed with signs stating Covid precautions. The park itself just felt more run-down than during previous visits. Also, take c/c to pay as they do not have any coin change for cash transactions. We visited as a large school group. It is a safe park and we saw several : Park Police/Security riding around on golf carts.
Review №7
2022-05-01This was my first visit ever to the Philadelphia zoo and I must say it was an experience. This zoo is absolutely huge for. Prepare for a day of walking. Their are little eatery places that serve different types of food, snacks, and drinks. The animals that were out were exciting to see. Many exhibits were under construction (total bummer). A tip for the zoo would be, maybe update your website so customers/visitors know that some exhibits are under construction.However, my family and I still had an amazing time. There were still many animals to see and read about and a few of the animals actual put on a show. Overall, I will definitely plan another trip.
Review №8
2022-05-02Very nice. My family and I had so much fun seeing all the animals Im hoping to come back again sometime to see the birds. At the end we went in the shop and there was so many cool things a bit overpriced but we got one thing for each of us. So much fun I definitely recommend visiting there.
Review №9
2022-03-29It was chilly and there is a case of Avian flu, so a lot of the animals were away for safe keeping, but we still had a blast! We got a very close look at several usually evasive animals! The personal details about many of the animals and why habitats are set up the way they are help add a personal touch and the really make the animals feel like family. The focus on several conservation efforts is also very nice
Review №10
2021-12-30We visited the Philadelphia zoo for the first time in December. First off, make your ticket reservation online and select the time you want to enter. This ensures it’s super easy to get in. There’s tons of animals there’s for the kids to see especially a beautiful tiger. There’s indoor exhibits such as the reptiles and birds as well as great natural habitats. It’s a big zoo so if you have kids who don’t like to walk, make sure to take breaks. The food trucks were also good snack treats and affordable prices. The goat petting section was adorable and Mackenzie, the cutest herd leader was super sweet. Overall a good investment and fun times.