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Last reviewed · 30 July 2026
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What to expect
One-day admission to the San Diego Zoo in Balboa Park, with 3,700 animals across 100 hectares, the guided bus tour, the Skyfari gondola and the new Wildlife Explorer hub. The 3-for-1 pass bundles with the Safari Park and SeaWorld.
3,700 animals, the koalas, the pandas and the Skyfari gondola Departures run from California, and the whole experience takes about Full day — enough to fit it into a single day of a wider California itinerary.
Location & duration
- Where
- California
- Region
- California, Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego
- Duration
- Full day
Good to know
- ◆Mobile ticket
- ◆Free Skyfari
- ◆Bus tour included
Questions travellers ask
- Where does the San Diego Zoo 1-day admission take place?
- The experience runs in California (California, Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego). Exact meeting point and pick-up options are confirmed by the operator when you book.
- How long does it last?
- Around Full day, including transfers and free time where applicable.
- Is it worth booking in advance?
- Yes. It is one of the most reviewed excursions in California (6,210 reviews, 4.7/5) and sells out in high season. Booking is free to cancel up to 24 hours before.
- Can I cancel or pay later?
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time, with reserve-now-pay-later on most dates and instant confirmation.