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National Zoological Park
Mehgan Murphy/Smithsonian’s National Zoo

Hours:

  • Nov. 1 to March 31: Buildings are open 10 to 4:30. Closed December 25. Admission is free.

Location:

  • 3001 Connecticut Avenue, NW
    Washington, DC

Phone/Website:

Metro:

Red Line
  • Woodley Park Zoo / Adams Morgan Station or Cleveland Park Station (Parking available)

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Shop at the National Zoological Park

The National Zoo store carries a large selection of animals, toys, hats, books and DVD's. The store also carries CDs, tapes, artist-crafted jewelry, design items and toys. We also carry a large selection of Panda and Tiger Cup Trio items.

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Eat at the National Zoological Park

National Zoo cafes:

  • Mane Restaurant on Lion/Tiger Hill
  • Panda Cafe near the Fujifilm Giant Panda Habitat
  • Express Grill at Panda Plaza
  • Popstop across the Small Mammal House (seasonal)
  • Snack stands are scattered throughout the park (seasonal)

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The baby giant anteater

Tips

Check the daily programs schedule at the visitors center.

Wear comfortable shoes for the hilly terrain.

Friends of the National Zoo (FONZ) members receive free parking and discounts at Zoo shops and on stroller rentals.

Free wheelchairs are available at the park's information booths. Zoo visitors can dine at the Mane Restaurant and a number of snack facilities, or enjoy several picnic areas.

Highlights Tours

(Sat. and Sun. tours for individuals and groups, by appointment only, at least 4- to 6-week notice required; call daily, 9 AM-5 PM, except federal holidays: 202-633-3025 (voice) or 202-673-7800 (TTY))


Group Tours: School

The Zoo does not offer school group tours, but does offer school field trips.

(by appointment only, at least 4- to 6-week notice required; call daily, 9 AM-5 PM, except federal holidays: 202-633-4455 (voice) or 202-673-7800 (TTY), or e-mail education@fonz.org)


Tours for Visitors with Hearing or Visual Impairments

(Sat. and Sun. tours by appointment only, at least 4- to 6-week notice required; call daily, 9 AM-5 PM, except federal holidays: 202-633-3025 (voice) or 202-673-7800 (TTY))