Smithsonian’s National Zoo
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National Zoological Park, Washington
"The black bean burger at the Lion's Mane restaurant is very good."(16 Tips)
"Great place for a walk because it’s free admission as well."(13 Tips)
"you’ll find features such as the Giant Panda Habitat"(10 Tips)"... 'O Line', watch the Orangutans as they 'commute' from home to work above..."(8 Tips)
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Andrea NewlandOctober 13, 2010Volunteers at almost every exhibit to give you fun facts about each animal..
Christopher von SimsonMarch 20, 2011Diaper changing table at the restrooms at the police station are nice and large
Chris LallyApril 6, 2012Highly disappointing, although we are spoiled by having the Philly zoo nearby
Samurai DogJune 3, 2011I always head to Frozen Yo after the zoo for some yummy frozen yogurt and toppings.
Dan PJune 10, 2012Spent 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.
Charlie HamiltonSeptember 16, 2013Really awful zoo. Employees few and far between and some exhibits seem neglected.
Cameron BApril 9, 2011Start with the lions and then see the rest ... typical zoo nothing spectacular
Valentina FernandezJune 27, 2010Haven't been to the zoo yet, but I hear its nice. Definitely have to check it out.
David TayOctober 8, 2011Line at Panda Plaza Grill are atrociously slow. Maybe they should outsource the whole food concessions to McD.
Bob ErlenbackOctober 21, 2010The ice cream vending machines take credit cards but only few are functioning.
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Smithsonian’s National Zoo
3001 Connecticut Ave NW (at Hawthorne St NW)
Washington, D.C. 20008
United States
Washington, D.C. 20008
United States
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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- Mon–Tue, Thu–Fri, Sun
- 8:00 AM–7:00 PM
(202) 633-4888
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