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    May 26–September 4
    Nighttime Zoo
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    Now Open
    Wildlife Explorers Basecamp
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    Koala
    San Diego Zoo
    Wildlife Alliance
    An international, nonprofit conservation organization.
9:00 am – 9:00 pm
  1. May 26–September 4
    Nighttime Zoo
  2. Now Open
    Wildlife Explorers Basecamp
  3. San Diego Zoo
    Wildlife Alliance
9:00 am – 9:00 pm
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Experience

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Traveler's Choice

Awesome Place to Visit

It was great seeing so many awesome animals. The Zoo is a wonderful place to spend a day and learn about so many fascinating creatures and plants.

Irene R.

Edward rhino
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Journal

Enchanted by Edward

As a wildlife care specialist at the Nikita Kahn Rhino Rescue Center, I get to work with the rhinos and scientists every day. Witnessing groundbreaking science unfold in the name of rhino conservation is incredible.

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San Diego Zoo

Getting Here

2920 Zoo Drive, San Diego, CA 92101

The San Diego Zoo is located in Balboa Park, minutes from downtown San Diego.

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Creature Comforts

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Shop the Collection

Save the Chubby Unicorns

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San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Gorilla Shadow Collection