Philadelphia Zoo - Philadelphia Zoos and Aquarium

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• Established in the early 1800s, the Philadelphia Zoo is the oldest of its kind in America. Today it is home to nearly 2,000 creatures great and small from the top of the food chain to the bottom. Rare species from around the world are on hand, such as white lions, pandas, polar bears and the coun... more on Yahoo! Travel
• The Philadelphia Zoo is home to more than 1,300 rare and exotic animals from around the world and despite its size - 42 acres of gardens and historical architecture - the Zoo can easily be seen in a single visit.Some of the Zoo's most popular African species include warthogs, sable antelope, Mhor... more on GoCityKids.com
• The Philadelphia Zoo is a proud member of the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA) and the American Association of Museums. The Zoo participates in local and international conservation projects, public education programs, wildlife health ... more on Epinions.com
• The Philadelphia Zoo, opened in 1874, was the nation's first. By the late 1970s, the 42 acres tucked into West Fairmount Park had become run-down, with few financial resources. The zoo has since become a national leader, with nearly 1,800 animals. The zoo celebrated its 125th anniversary with the... more on Frommers
• The Philadelphia Zoo, in operation since 1874, is the oldest zoo in the United States. Frank Furness designed the beautiful Victorian gates and gatehouses, still standing grandly at the entrance. The zoo has nearly 1500 animals in various habitats, including a small mammal house, a reptile and am... more on NileGuide

Directions

SEPTA trolley: 15. Bus: 32 or 38. PHLASH Zoo link runs June 1-Sept 1 from Philadelphia Museum of Art. Car: Separate exit off I-76 north of Center City

34th St. and Girard Ave

Hours

Feb-Nov: Daily 9:30a-5p; Dec-Jan: Daily 9:30a-4p

Miscellaneous

• Admission: Adults $16.95; Children (age 2-11) $13.95, (under 2) Free
• Year Built: 1859

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