Can I bring water into San Diego Zoo?

San Diego Zoo food policy You are welcome to bring your own food or picnic with you. This includes water and beverages, but only non-alcoholic ones. Any drinks must be in non-glass containers, and it is worth mentioning that disposable straws and lids are not permitted.



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It takes about three to four hours, at a minimum, to see the entirety of the zoo, but you could easily spend an entire day exploring the many entertainment options, trails, and exhibits.

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When time is a limiting factor, and you can only spend one day at the San Diego Zoo, it's important to try and plan your trip during the low season. For example, you'll find the park is much less crowded from October-May when the kids are still in school than it is during the summer months.

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Wear layers you can shed as the sun warms things up in the afternoon. Hiking shoes or good walking shoes are a necessity for exploring the park, which is very spread out and hilly.

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Is San Diego Zoo hard to walk? There are three main ways to navigate the zoo: Walking: Be prepared for hills, steep inclines and lots of walking. If you plan your way around the zoo beforehand, you can avoid having to walk up hill and expending lots of energy in the process.

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It is well known for its lush, naturalistic habitats and unique animal encounters and is home to more than 3,700 rare and endangered animals representing approximately 660 species and subspecies and a prominent botanical collection with more than 700,000 plants.

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Travelers almost unanimously agree that the San Diego Zoo is the best zoo they have ever visited. Recent visitors were impressed with the vast number of animals on display and the various activities. In fact, many said a daylong visit isn't enough time to see everything.

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The winter months make great times to visit the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park. We love the comfortable temperatures and smaller crowds. December through March also marks the official whale-watching season.

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The San Diego Zoo is located in Balboa Park so it tends to be easier for visitors to get to — especially if you are not renting a car. There are a lot of animals in the Zoo and I think you can experience most of the Zoo in 4–6 hours. I do recommend taking the guided bus tour.

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