Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

  • 5400 N. Pearl St., Tacoma WA 98407
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Phone:

(253) 591-5337, +1 253 752 9657,

Website:

www.pdza.org

The Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium has a wide variety of animal life, including land and marine denizens. The zoo is also home to many interactive and educational exhibits, in line with its mission to educate the public about conservation and preservation of animal habitats. The zoo also has many travelling exhibits, offering visitors a continually unique experience.

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Ratings & Reviews for Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium from Around the Web

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43 reviews

71% of guests recommend this place.

Top Reviews from Around the Web:

I thought that it was a really great experience. more on Yahoo! Travel

Parking is often ample and its free. more on GoCityKids

You get amazing views of the sound, islands, Mt. Rainier, Tacoma Narrows Bridge. more on GeckoGo

This is but an illusion, for in order to see and spend a reasonable time at each exhibit will require at least a full afternoon, if not an entire day.... more on Epinions.com

Its a very thorough exhibit.... more on insiderpages.com

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30 reviews

Top Reviews From TripAdvisor

Lots to see and do here for the family, all season fun and the Park is a great walking area also. more on TripAdvisor

Awesome park with things for the kids to touch and pick up. more on TripAdvisor

While it's not a large zoo, it makes up for it in beauty. Be sure to take the 5 mile scenic drive around Point Defiance. ... more on TripAdvisor

Is a beautiful setting, great for families or just lay down and absorb the surroundings, the animals are a plus. The ... more on TripAdvisor

Great small zoo. Polar bears and walrus are cool. Local tie-ins are nice more on TripAdvisor

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3 reviews

Top Reviews From GeckoGo

I love this park! You get amazing views of the sound, islands, Mt. Rainier, Tacoma Narrows Bridge. ... more on GeckoGo

I have always loved Point Defiance zoo and aquarium.. its the best place to go for lil kids. more on GeckoGo

Haven't been there in more than 15 years, but it was alright then. more on GeckoGo

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