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Smithsonian’s National Zoo

Smithsonian’s National Zoo

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Smithsonian’s National Zoo
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    Ranked #1 for zoos in Washington
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    Christopher L.
    "The black bean burger at the Lion's Mane restaurant is very good."(16 Tips)
    Dana V.
    "Great place for a walk because it’s free admission as well."(13 Tips)
    DHR.com
    "you’ll find features such as the Giant Panda Habitat"(10 Tips)
    Jon M.
    "... 'O Line', watch the Orangutans as they 'commute' from home to work above..."(8 Tips)
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  • Tim H.
    Tim HuizengaMay 24, 2012
    Despite its name, the Panda Overlook Cafe does not serve Panda..
  • William C.
    William ChengJuly 6, 2013
    Zoo open till 7 but all animals house r closes at 6
  • Jenny G.
    Jenny GreenMay 20, 2012
    Make sure to see the otters!!
  • Andrea N.
    Andrea NewlandOctober 13, 2010
    Volunteers at almost every exhibit to give you fun facts about each animal..
  • Angela
    AngelaJune 22, 2013
    Habitats are so great you can't find the animals! :(
  • Robert
    RobertJune 22, 2013
    This place is free! Your tax dollars at work!
  • Tom L.heart icon on user image
    Tom LynchMay 9, 2013
    Join FONZ free parking!
  • Dan P.
    Dan PJune 10, 2012
    Spent 20 minutes in the parking lot driving around only to be directed out. Once we got to the zoo it was over crowded and animals were few to be seen.
  • Christopher v.
    Christopher von SimsonMarch 20, 2011
    Diaper changing table at the restrooms at the police station are nice and large
  • Chris L.
    Chris LallyApril 6, 2012
    Highly disappointing, although we are spoiled by having the Philly zoo nearby
  • Samurai D.
    Samurai DogJune 3, 2011
    I always head to Frozen Yo after the zoo for some yummy frozen yogurt and toppings.
  • Mike B.heart icon on user image
    Mike BarkerOctober 4, 2014
    Check out the Pandas🐼
  • James ¤.heart icon on user image
    James ¤January 1, 2015
    Hellbender on the loose!
  • Wafa A.heart icon on user image
    Wafa AlzahraniSeptember 25, 2016
    Panda🐼😍😍😍
  • Lisa M.
    Lisa MOctober 3, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Don't make eye contact with the locals
  • Erik B.heart icon on user image
    Erik BrokOctober 4, 2015
    It is free
  • Samuel Y.
    Samuel YuMarch 12, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Don't miss the orangutan crossing!
  • Jacob P.heart icon on user image
    Jacob PyleOctober 21, 2015
    Pandas!!!!
  • Malcom C.
    Malcom Conroy-SmithJuly 17, 2014
    See the pandas!
  • Tai F.
    Tai FungApril 7, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    DC resident? Join FONZ. Seriously a no-brainer.
  • Jim S.
    Jim SnowdenJanuary 1, 2011
    Zoo Lights during the holiday season is fun, beautiful and FREE!
  • Maimuna A.
    Maimuna AbubakarAugust 9, 2014
    All the animals!
  • Drew B.
    Drew BiondoDecember 31, 2010
    Get in by 9 am and out by 11 to beat the crowds.
  • Charlie H.
    Charlie HamiltonSeptember 16, 2013
    Really awful zoo. Employees few and far between and some exhibits seem neglected.
  • Mike B.heart icon on user image
    Mike BarkerOctober 1, 2014
    It's free!!
  • Brian T.
    Brian T.December 31, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    The Reptile House rules!
  • Big B.
    Big BJune 21, 2014
    It's free but half the animals are missing :(
  • Jeremy P.
    Jeremy PantinApril 17, 2014
    Don't go during spring break!!
  • Cameron B.
    Cameron BApril 9, 2011
    Start with the lions and then see the rest ... typical zoo nothing spectacular
  • Jamie C.
    Jamie CarterOctober 22, 2013
    Its free!!!
  • Debbie F.
    Debbie FriezJanuary 1, 2011
    Feeding time for the lemurs and Johnny Appleseed squirrel is funny!
  • Bowdoin M.
    Bowdoin MontgomeryAugust 28, 2010
    Parking lot D is great spot if you packed a lunch.
  • Valentina F.
    Valentina FernandezJune 27, 2010
    Haven't been to the zoo yet, but I hear its nice. Definitely have to check it out.
  • Kimberly (Yiaya) P.
    Kimberly (Yiaya) PetersMay 20, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Become a member.
  • William X.
    William XOctober 15, 2011
    .29 cent for water at the icecream shop
  • David T.
    David TayOctober 8, 2011
    Line at Panda Plaza Grill are atrociously slow. Maybe they should outsource the whole food concessions to McD.
  • Alexandru C.
    Alexandru CebanAugust 4, 2013
    The panda is pregnant
  • Meagan B.
    Meagan BridgesMarch 13, 2012
    They have pandas!
  • Bob E.
    Bob ErlenbackOctober 21, 2010
    The ice cream vending machines take credit cards but only few are functioning.
  • Mahogany B.
    Mahogany BlackNovember 25, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Go to the Reptile exhibit!
  • Juan A.
    Juan AliceaApril 21, 2011
    Small mammals has a line in the afternoon.
  • Thomas K.
    Thomas KrederMay 26, 2011
    Take a look on the Great Pandas.
  • Danny O.
    Danny OwensMay 31, 2012
    Where are all the animals??? Do not come mid day.
  • TerryJo F.
    TerryJo FilipietzJuly 5, 2011
    Love this zoo. Read more
  • Jared S.
    Jared SOctober 5, 2011
    Free admission and Giant Pandas?! How can you say no.
  • Brandon E.
    Brandon EarhartOctober 23, 2010
    Boo at the Zoo can be a lot of fun but very crowded.
  • Ed H.
    Ed HouriganApril 17, 2014
    Pack a lunch. Food in zoo I'd wicked expensive and terrible!
  • Rob S.
    Rob SmithJune 9, 2010
    Its free and that's a plus in my book.
  • Simone S.
    Simone SampsonApril 19, 2010
    Play with the MONKEYS- It's absolutely awesome!!!!!
  • Debbie Q.heart icon on user image
    Debbie QuinnJuly 22, 2012
    Food service is sooooo slow!!!
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Smithsonian’s National Zoo
3001 Connecticut Ave NW (at Hawthorne St NW)
Washington, D.C. 20011
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Smithsonian National Zoological Park is a part of the Smithsonian Institution, the world's largest museum and research complex. The words National Zoo represent a large, complex, and diverse organization with a multifaceted mission demonstrating leadership in animal care, science, and education.
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