Is the San Diego Zoo a lot of walking?


Is the San Diego Zoo a lot of walking? The San Diego Zoo has a lot of walking and hills. Be prepared for climbing or plan to use some of the park transportation options.


Why does the zoo close so early?

Most zoos close when the sun sets. This gives the animals a break from visitors and many of them rest and sleep at this time.


Is San Diego Zoo hard to walk?

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.


Can you walk the San Diego Zoo in one day?

The San Diego Zoo is a leader in conservation research and species preservation, and their beautiful open-air, cageless exhibits are the perfect way to appreciate wild creatures up close. I recommend that you spend a whole day exploring the zoo, but it is possible to enjoy a half-day here.


Does San Diego Zoo worth it?

This is probably the best zoo that we have ever visited. Included with the zoo admission is a narrated bus tour that takes you all over the zoo. We were lucky as a lot of the animals were active during our bus tour. We took Uber from downtown and the zoo has a convenient drop-off location.


Is 5 hours enough for San Diego Zoo?

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.


How long does the average person spend at the San Diego Zoo?

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.


What month is San Diego Zoo free?

October is Kids Free month at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and youths 11 years and younger receive free admission all month long (with an adult).