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Address:5333 Zoo Drive
Los Angeles, California
Tel:
(323) 644-4200
Our Zoo and Aquarium Expert Says:
Like the San Diego Zoo, just more compact. What's to enjoy? Those lovable koala bears, for one. You'll also enjoy the chimpanzees of the Mahale Mountains, the orangutans in the Red Ape Rainforest, and the World of Birds show. The zoo is also an accredited botanical garden. Abundant shade trees will keep you comfortable while you marvel at the lush vegetation all around you.
Especially for kids: Animal Rides, Train Rides, Playground. Stroller rentals available.
Extras: Shows, Tours.
Open 10 am to 5 pm. $$ (Moderately Priced)
Statistics: Approximately 1,200 animals on 113 acres. 1,200,000 estimated annual visitors.
From Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens - California:
The Los Angeles Zoo is now an accredited botanical garden! The American Association of Museums (AAM) has awarded accreditation to the Zoo, making us one of nine zoos in the country to be recognized for our fantastic collection of plants as well as our amazing animals. In fact, our plant collections are so important to the Zoo experience, we're changing our name to the Los Angeles Zoo And Botanical Gardens.
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