Philadelphia Zoo

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8 / 10

9 expert reviews

“America's first zoo is a Victorian-landscaped, 42-acre area housing more than 1,300 animals in naturalistic habitats.”

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Fodor's Fodor's
"It's small and well landscaped enough to feel pleasantly intimate, and the naturalistic habitats allow you to get close enough to hear the animals breathe." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
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"The country's oldest zoo has tigers, pumas, polar bears – you name it – in naturalistic habitats." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Monkeys are funny."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Modeled on a Victorian pleasure garden, the grounds feature paths that ramble past more than 1,700 animals from around the globe." Full review
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Be sure to see the rare white lions, the Primate House, and endangered species in the Rare Animal House.
Time Out Time Out
"Whatever your views are on animals in captivity, the Philadelphia Zoo’s Zoo360 project is giving its inhabitants more room to roam and choice locations to observe visitors." Full review
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