The 10 Best Zoos Tours in the USA

1.San Diego Zoo 1-Day Pass: Any Day Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,248 reviews · 1 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $78Our pick

Scan your mobile ticket for a smooth entry to the San Diego Zoo, with trams, bus tours, pandas, and daily keeper talks.

“There is do much to see, so plan to spend an entire day (or more!) at the San Diego Zoo. Take the SkyTram in at least one direction and start your visit by taking the Zoo bus tour (30-40 minutes excluding waiting in line for a bus. Also, wear comfortable walking shoes because the Zoo is large and the terrain is very hilly. Bring a refillable water bottle with toy. The staff and volunteers are very knowledgeable and helpful.”

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2.San Diego Zoo Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,332 reviews · 1 day · from $78

San Diego Zoo admission with express bus, guided tour, and Skyfari tram. See Galápagos tortoises, polar bears, and more in one day.

“The cheetahs were part of our favorites. And we saw lovely giraffes. The whole park is pretty nice for all family members.”

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3.San Diego Zoo: 1-Day Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,150 reviews · from $76

Skip the ticket line for a full day at San Diego Zoo with Skyfari aerial tram, guided bus, and polar bears plus Galápagos tortoises.

“Hadn't been to a zoo in so long and this was great. Fully recommended however felt food and drinks inside was poor value considering it's a full day experience.”

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4.Phoenix Zoo One Day General Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 465 reviews · 1 day · from $39

Spend a full day at Phoenix Zoo in Papago Park with 3,000 animals, walking paths, and Big Cats of Arizona for about $39.

“Excellent short visit. The staff was very helpful. Thank you”

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5.Franklin Park Zoo Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 430 reviews · 1 day · from $24

Franklin Park Zoo in Boston for one day on a $24 ticket. See lions, Masai giraffes, gorillas, butterflies, and more across 72 acres.

“We visited the zoo at opening and all the animals were out eating. We went during the week so we basically had the zoo to ourselves. Lots to see and they had an impossible burger at the eatery which is great since I don’t eat meat.”

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6.Boston Pass: 40+ Things To Do – Includes Franklin Park Zoo

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 359 reviews · 1 to 7 days (approx.) · from $79

Boston Pass with 40+ attractions, mobile tap entry, and multi-day flexibility, including Franklin Park Zoo, science, Harvard, and Harbor cruises.

“We had great experience on/off the bus. Drivers were very knowledgeable. We saw everything we wanted to in the 1 day we had off our cruise ship. I would highly recommend this tour.”

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7.Boston Pass: Save up to 50% – Includes Franklin Park Zoo

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 304 reviews · 1 - 7 days · from $79

Go City Boston Pass bundles 45+ sights including Franklin Park Zoo. Pick 1-7 days, use a QR pass, save up to 50%.

“Great pass! Saved us so much on entrance fees! We’ll worth the price.”

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8.San Diego Zoo Safari Park 1-Day Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 283 reviews · 365 hours · from $78

San Diego Zoo Safari Park 1-day ticket with Africa Tram Safari, Cheetah Run, and up-close animal encounters across 1,800 acres.

“Overall, the park was more than we expected and will be back.”

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9.San Diego Zoo Safari Park 1-Day Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 240 reviews · from $76

San Diego Zoo Safari Park 1-day ticket with Africa Tram Safari, big-cat viewing, elephants, birds, and shows across 1,800 acres.

“Excellent opportunity to see animals, many in an open habitat.”

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10.Central Park Zoo Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 237 reviews · 1 day · from $22Best value

See penguins, rainforest animals, and more at Central Park Zoo for about a half to full day, with 4-D included for $22.

“It was so friendly and we loved how it was a lovely size, not too big. Really great animals especially the bears we loved them ❤️ Great value great experience will definitely visit again xxxx”

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