Zoos and Aquariums in California
Who hasn't been awed by the site of a lumbering elephant or shivered while watching a long gliding shark? The world's forests, jungles, and oceans are filled with fascinating creatures. Whether you are a curious adult or an enthusiastic child, viewing these animals never gets old. So, let UpTake help you find the best zoo or aquarium to visit on your trip in California and spend a day marveling at interesting wildlife.
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ASan Diego Zoo
| Average Rating |
4.5
|
301+ reviews from 6 sources |
|---|---|---|
| Yelp | 4.0 |
3+ reviews |
| Yahoo! Travel | 5.0 |
153+ reviews |
| Orbitz | 3.5 |
2+ reviews |
- Highlights: concessions-food available, gift shop… more
- restaurant in the lobby was fantastic, with a buffet more on Yahoo! Travel
- opposite side if traffic noise matters to you. Rooms were clean, and spacious more on Tripadvisor
BSeaWorld Adventure Park, San Diego
| Average Rating |
4.5
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297+ reviews from 4 sources |
|---|---|---|
| Epinions.com | 4.5 |
48+ reviews |
| Yahoo! Travel | 5.0 |
110+ reviews |
| Frommers | 2.0 |
1+ reviews |
- Highlights: concessions-food available, gift shop… more
- In this site, it is repeated and is very poorly proof read. Someone should ... more on Yahoo! Travel
- ...dine next to the celebrity orca's tank, and ... more on Zagat
SeaWorld Adventure Park, San Diego
500 SeaWorld DrSan Diego, CA 92109-7904
Estimated Price: From $3
CSacramento Zoo
| Average Rating |
3.5
|
57+ reviews from 3 sources |
|---|---|---|
| Epinions.com | 3.0 |
8+ reviews |
| Yahoo! Travel | 4.0 |
24+ reviews |
| Yelp | 3.5 |
25+ reviews |
- Highlights: concessions-food available, gift shop… more
- I had very good memories from the Sacramento Zoo as a kid. If I remember correctly, I got ride an elephant! ... more on Yahoo! Travel
- Small zoo, but has a lot of learning activities for kids. Summertime has ... more on Tripadvisor
Sacramento Zoo
3930 W Land Park DriveSacramento, CA 95822-1123
DMonterey Bay Aquarium
| Average Rating |
4.5
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555+ reviews from 4 sources |
|---|---|---|
| Yelp | 4.5 |
447+ reviews |
| Frommers | 3.0 |
1+ reviews |
| Yahoo! Travel | 5.0 |
42+ reviews |
- Highlights: guided tours more
- The Monterey Bay Aquarium was a wonderful place to visit- both for kids ... more on Yahoo! Travel
- This is just a fantastic place. Its big with lots to see-- including things for kids. Each exhibit ... more on yahoo_local
EAquarium of the Bay
| Average Rating |
3.0
|
67+ reviews from 3 sources |
|---|---|---|
| Yahoo! Travel | 4.5 |
6+ reviews |
| Yelp | 3.0 |
60+ reviews |
| Frommers | 0.0 |
1+ reviews |
- Highlights: gift shop more
- i like and loved everything about ... more on Yahoo! Travel
- ...on moving walkways, travel through two crystal-clear 150 ... more on Insiders' Guide
Aquarium of the Bay
The Embarcadero at Beach St.Pier 39, San Francisco, CA 94133
Estimated Price: From $2
FCalifornia Academy of Sciences
| Average Rating |
4.5
|
222+ reviews from 3 sources |
|---|---|---|
| Yahoo! Travel | 5.0 |
30+ reviews |
| Yelp | 4.0 |
190+ reviews |
| Frommers | 0.0 |
2+ reviews |
- Of all our stops on this mini vacation, this was my favorite hands down! No matter ... more on Yahoo! Travel
- Excellent and informative especially for children. Takes a good couple of hours ... more on yahoo_local
California Academy of Sciences
875 Howard StreetSan Francisco, CA 94103-3009
Estimated Price: From $1
GSanta Barbara Zoo
| Average Rating |
5.0
|
7+ reviews from 1 sources |
|---|---|---|
| Epinions.com | 5.0 |
7+ reviews |
- Highlights: concessions-food available, gift shop… more
- Whether you should go or not depends on how you feel about animals in captivity. ... more on about.com
- I love zoos and was looking forward to visiting the Santa Barbara Zoo. I was disappointed because this zoo is pathetic! When we got our map, there weren't very many animals listed on it, so ... more on Tripadvisor
Santa Barbara Zoo
500 Ni��os DriveSanta Barbara,CA,93103
HSanta Monica Pier
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| Average Rating |
5.0
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38+ reviews from 2 sources |
|---|---|---|
| Yelp | 5.0 |
12+ reviews |
| Yahoo! Travel | 5.0 |
26+ reviews |
- Highlights: wheelchair accessible more
- The newly added attractions to the pier make it even better than when I ... more on Yahoo! Travel
- ...rides, arcades, fast food, the usual parade of ... more on Zagat
Santa Monica Pier
Colorado St & Pacific Coast HwySanta Monica, CA 90401
ITy Warner Sea Center
| Average Rating |
5.0
|
1+ reviews from 1 sources |
|---|---|---|
| Yelp | 5.0 |
1+ reviews |
- Highlights: gift shop, restrooms, wheelchair accessible more
- The Ty Warner Sea Center just opened an exhibit Sharks...bite size and it was wonderful. We have a three year old and have visited the Sea Center ... more on Tripadvisor
- Extra star for the staff and volunteers who were SO friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. ... more on yelp.com
Ty Warner Sea Center
211 Stearns WharfSanta Barbara, CA
JAlbert's Restaurant
| Average Rating |
4.5
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227+ reviews from 2 sources |
|---|---|---|
| Frommers | 3.0 |
1+ reviews |
| Yelp | 4.5 |
226+ reviews |
- Considered one of America's best, this famous ... more on yelp.com
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Albert's Restaurant
2920 Zoo DrSan Diego,CA,92101
Estimated Price: From $3
