National Zoological Park
nationalzoo.si.edu
One of the world’s best zoos and home to approximately 2,000 animals
representing nearly 400 species, of which about a quarter are endangered;
provides leadership in animal care, science, education, and sustainability.
Highlights Giant pandas, Asian elephants, white-naped cranes,
western lowland gorillas, Sumatran tigers, cheetahs, and North Island brown
kiwis
Location
3001 Connecticut Ave., NW
Washington, DC
Metro StationWoodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan or Cleveland Park
Information
202-633-4888
Dining »
Admission is FREE
Hours
April–October:
10 a.m.–6 p.m. daily
November–March:
10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. daily
Open every day of the year, weather permitting, except December 25
Parking
Parking at the Zoo is a flat fee of $22. Parking is free for FONZ members at Premier Level and above.
See map and get driving directions.