Curiouse Creatures Welcome

The most curious place on Earth.

At the San Diego Zoo, the true wonder comes from seeing these unbelievable animals up
close. Because the more you learn about them, the more you care about them. So, bring
your wildest questions. 

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Curious? We know just the place for you



Girl with giraffe
girl and giraffe

Why is a giraffe's tongue purple?

Extra pigment helps protect it from the sun.

Meet the Giraffes
boy and polar bear
polar bear and boy

How do polar bears swim?

They have webbed paws

Explore Polar Bears
girl and giant panda
Giant panda and girl

How much does a giant panda eat?

Up to 50 pounds of bamboo a day.

See Giant Pandas
ShopZoo Dia de Los Muertos collection
Twist on Tradition

Celebrate Día de los Muertos and wildlife

Preferred Hotels
Preferred Hotels

Places to Stay

HALGLOWEEN at the San Diego Zoo
Let's Glow

THE GLITTERING EXTRAVAGANZA IS HERE

Hippo and child at zoo
October 1-31

KIDS FREE