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Philadelphia Zoo is home to 1,900 animals, many rare and endangered. Check our website for hours.
Situated on 42 acres of beautiful gardens, the Philadelphia Zoo is home to nearly 1,700 animals, many rare and endangered. Gorillas, African lions, Amur tigers, a white rhino, giraffes and more call this oasis home. As Philadelphia’s leading cultural destination the Zoo boasts award-winning exhibits such as Zoo360, KidZooU, Big Cats Falls, McNeil Avian Center, and PECO Primate Reserve. Zoo360 is a
Not every day you look up and see a tiger overhead! 🐯✨
Our Zoo360 Trails extend beyond traditional habitats, giving animals like Rory the Amur tiger more space to explore and creating unforgettable moments for every guest 💕
06/22/2026
Today's FIFA World Cup matchup! ⚽🔥
As teams compete in Philly, we're spotlighting Zoo species connected to each nation!
🐦⬛ Ravens are highly intelligent birds and can even use tools
🦩 Flamingos get their iconic pink color from pigments found in their food
Who takes today's match? 🏆
🐻🐻 Double the bears, double the Father’s Day wishes!
Happy Father’s Day from our own amazing papa bears, Turbo the Andean bear and Bhalu the sloth bear!
POV: You enjoying a relaxing ride on the tallest Ferris wheel in Philadelphia with an amazing view of the city skyline 🎡
Pro-tip: You can get a ticket to ride without Zoo admission!
👉 https://bit.ly/48yFuQ3
🇧🇷 Our golden lion tamarins getting in the spirit for the FIFA World Cup game in Philly today!
Native to Brazil, golden lion tamarins are at the heart of a conservation partnership we've supported for more than 20 years. Together with colleagues in Brazil, we've helped protect wild populations as part of a global recovery effort that has brought this species back from the brink of extinction.
06/18/2026
🍻🐯 Are you ready for Philly's WILDEST beer festival of the summer?
Summer Ale Festival returns Saturday, July 18 with 100+ beers, ciders, seltzers, spirits, NA options and more— plus live music, local food trucks, and the only chance you'll have to sip with Andean bears, toast near tigers, and cheers with orangutans!
🎟️ Early bird pricing available now until July 1 https://bit.ly/4aHizTN
When the tuxedo squad hits the pool 🐧 🏊
Our new colony of Magellanic penguins—Hagrid, Pinkie, Lola, Nia, and Dee—are settling into their new home at Hollenstein Ross Penguin Point and making quite a splash!
Alba 🤝 Every climbable surface in Carey Bear Country
From scaling the new climbing structures to testing out the trees as back scratchers, Alba the Andean bear is making the most of her new habitat features! 😆
06/15/2026
🎨 Calling all artists & makers!
Be part of Philadelphia Zoo’s first-ever Art Festival, celebrating the natural world through fine art, photography, and handcrafted goods. Join 30+ vendors in our curated makers market!
Apply now: https://bit.ly/4vbndBH
06/14/2026
Philly’s got World Cup fever… and we’re bringing the game day energy right here to the Zoo! ⚽🔥
To celebrate matches in the city, we’re spotlighting species connected to the competing countries on the world stage:
Match 1: Rio Pescado stubfoot toad from Ecuador vs. hippos from the Ivory Coast 🐸🦛
Who are you rooting for today? 🏆
Be sure to look and see who is native to the World Cup teams playing in Philly on your next visit!
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3400 W Girard Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
19104
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9:30am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 9:30am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9:30am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9:30am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 9:30am - 5pm |
| Sunday | 9:30am - 5pm |