Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens

Zoo Los Angeles, California, United States

What to expect

The Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens is a 133-acre zoo that is home to over 1,400 animals from around 270 species. The zoo features various exhibits, including the LAIR, Elephants of Asia, Campo Gorilla Reserve, Chimpanzees of the Mahale Mountains, and Rainforest of the Americas. These exhibits provide immersive habitats and lush gardens, offering a fun and educational experience for visitors of all ages. The zoo also offers live presentations, shows, and interactive learning zones, making it a great place for families to visit and learn about wildlife conservation

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This family's experience:

Activities: We spent a day at the Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens, seeing all sorts of animals and enjoying the gardens

Highlights: The kids loved seeing the animals, especially the giraffes and elephants, and we enjoyed the beautiful gardens ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the L.A. Zoo which is home to more than 1,100 creatures representing more than 250 species, of which 29 are endangered

Highlights: We saw the botanical gardens featuring more than 800 plant species and more than 7,400 individual plants ✨