Smithsonian National Zoological Park/National Zoo

Zoo Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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What to expect

The Smithsonian National Zoological Park, commonly known as the National Zoo, is a 163-acre zoo located in Rock Creek Park in Washington, D.C. It is home to more than 2,100 animals representing almost 400 different species, including Asian elephants, Sumatran tigers, and giant pandas

Plan your family visit to the Smithsonian National Zoological Park/National Zoo with these blog insights 👇

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Washington DC with Kids: 5 Fun and Free Attractions Beyond the Mall

Washington DC with Kids: 5 Fun and Free Attractions Beyond the Mall
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the zoo, saw giant pandas, lemur island, cheetahs and an ape house

Highlights: A popular area is Kids' Farm which contains several farm animals for kids to groom and pet and learn about animal caring ✨