Address 2920 Zoo Drive, San Diego, CA Map, Tel 619-231-1515 Call, Bus Take the #7 bus from downtown Website
Considered one of the best Zoos in the country, the San Diego Zoo is spread across 100 acres and animals live in lush "natural" habitats rather than tiny cages. There's also a gondola to take you across the park and a miniature steam train! If you arrive early in the day, a good way to beat the crowds is to take the gondola one way to the far end of the park and work your way back on foot.
Food options are expensive and not fantastic (and we didn't see a single espresso machine) so we recommend bringing a picnic lunch with you.
In October, admission is free for children 11 and under.