Kid Friendly Activities Philadelphia Zoo




Operating Hours/Cost
The Philadelphia Zoo is open every day of the year, except Thanksgiving Day, December 24, 25 and 31, January 1, and the second Thursday in June. Hours vary with the season. Visit the official web page for more information.

The Philadelphia Zoo plays an important role educating the public about exotic animals, promoting and participating in worldwide conservation efforts for endangered wildlife, and providing exceptional recreational opportunities for families.

The Philadelphia Zoo is over 42 acres and the pathways are designed so each turn will provide an exciting discovery!

Contact Information
3400 West Girard Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19104-1196

phone: (215) 243-1100
fax: (215) 243-5385


website: Visit Official Web Site


Features
Admission Fee
Gift Shop

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Related information
Site: Fairmount Park

Directions
The Philadelphia Zoo is located at the corner of 34th Street and Girard Avenue in Philadelphia's historic Fairmount Park, the world's largest landscaped city park. The Zoo is just two miles from downtown Philadelphia and easily accessible by car from the Schuylkill Expressway (I-76). Parking is available along Girard Avenue at 35th and 38th Streets. Additional parking is available at the south end of the Zoo. Public transportation is available using SEPTA, which runs several bus routes to the Zoo area.

Location



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