Woodland Park Zoo

If you are a fan of Zoos, this one is basically one of those you can either go to or not go to and be okay that you missed it.
I purchased a citypass that allowed 5 tickets to specific places all over Seattle, and this was one of them. Had it not been included in the city pass then I wouldnt have even bothered coming here. And Im a fan of Zoos but this one was just subpar.
I have to admit I did get here at 4pm and the Zoo does close at 6pm but you are allowed to stay until 7, however a lot of the animals will be brought inside from the time they close so there isnt a guarantee that you will see all of the animals that close to closing. Although I did manage to see a majority of the animals.
The plus side of this zoo is that it is extremely clean. I mean I did not see a single piece of trash anywhere but the trash can.
Another downfall would be the mapping of the exhibits… I tried following the map but I guess my navigation skills are just not what it use to be. I saw the same number exhibits twice, and since I was in a hurry I kept getting quite frustrated.

Pretty cool zoo. Lots of animals from around the world. Handy map to get around. Lots of animals in huge pens for them to roam around in. Downside is that some of them were hard to see.

Interesting zoo, get a dollar off if u ride a bus to it. enjoy penguin feeding n bird shows! enjoyed the various aviara especially the ones with budgies, cocktails n rosellas where u can buy a seed stick for a dollar n the bird lands on ur hand to feed! also enjoyed the rainforest birds, snakes, snow Leopard, bear, ostrich guarding it’s huge egg, grey wolves, snow owl rotating it’s head, hippos, Tigers etc also a petting zoo though I prefer the one in beacon park, Victoria. Food is sub par like most zoos. the fries were not crisp n the veggie soup was tasteless. Pack ur own lunch n go for the animals!

Perfect place for family fun.
The Woodland Zoo is not as big as those famous ones like San Diego zoo, nor it has panda. But it still has lots of exotic animals and tons of fun activities for the whole family.
There are lots of glass walls in multiple sections, which is a great design. Via the glass walls, the visitor can see things that cannot be view from land, like penguins swimming and chasing underwater in the pool, or have close view of those dangerous animals like brown bear and lions. The close view of the brown bear is very exciting seeing the huge beast just a few feet away from you.
Giraffe is another favorite for the kids, but it’s always far away from crowd. Same are the wolves and moose, always hiding behind trees.
The zoo also it provides lots of fun interactive activities. Feeding the giraffe, feeding the exotic birds, predator bird show, farm petting zone… the kids love them. The zoo also has huge grass field areas, which is perfect for outdoor activities or just for picnic.
Parking is a headache though. There are four parking lots around the zoo, but the zoo is so popular that they all filled up very fast at any sunny weekends. After 11am it’s very hard to find a spot. They don’t have many pay stations, so there is a huge line just for paying the parking. Then another long time to get the zoo ticket, which is not cheap. So most people stay in the zoo for a whole day to get the value back.

We have been to the LA Zoo so we can compare it to that. We LOVED the Seattle zoo. It has lots of foliage and trees so it feels very natural. Lots of fun things for the kids to explore and great food options with vegan kids options. We spent about 4 hours at the zoo and we did’t get to see it all. There is a bird feeding area which was a great experience and fun for kids and adults alike. Also a giraffe feeding except on Tuesdays. So fun!

Likely the largest zoo in the Pacific Northwest. It’s large. It’ll easily take a day for you to fully take it in and and enjoy.
The zoo is set up into theme areas, with the appropriate animal in each area, such as Australia, tropical rainforest, temperate forest, tropical Asia, etc. You’ll have to see this for yourself. Great for kids.
Pay parking is available in a private lot
Grab a map an walk thru the each theme.

Apparently I’m 34 going on 4 because I got it in my head that I just must go to the zoo to celebrate entering my 35^th year. I’m so glad that I did! By letting my birthday slip at the ticket office, I got an «I’m celebrating my birthday» pin that had staff and strangers wishing me well all day.
In regards to the animals, I thought there was a great variety considering the size. I was hoping to see a mandrill, but no luck. The habitats looked comfortable and the information panels were educational without being too dense. The ample foliage and loop systems made it easy to get turned around, but it was really nice to never feel like we were stuck in a crowd.
We ended the day with a carousel ride (free for my birthday!) and dippin dots. While technically I turn a year older, I end today feeling like a kid again.

Took 9 years to come back for a second visit. Our family had such a great time. The zoo supplied us with free admission and passes for the carousel, feeding the penguins and willawongs. The weather was unusually warm and brought out a lot visitors. I don’t think I toured the entire zoo my previous visit, because we hit everything this time. Make sure to get a map, because the signage was a bit confusing.
The highlight of our visit was feeding the willawongs (birds). If you are visiting, find the aviary and buy a stick with bird seed on it. Hold the stick horizontally, and birds will land on it and feed. It was so much fun! Don’t know what it is about this zoo compared to others I’ve visited, but I feel connected to it. Hope to visit more often when I move back to SeaTac.

I love our zoo and am proud to be a member.
The habitats created for the animals are great, love to wander around and peek into the lives of the creatures and wonder what they are thinking. You can get closer to the animals here than at many other zoos and they offer special programs where you can get even closer. The organization by biome is excellent.
There are plenty of places for kids to play if they get tired of looking at the animals. There are also great picnic spots, both tables and grassy spots. Lots of benches for tired grandparents as well. Concessions are reasonable for a zoo, and they don’t care if you bring in your own food/​drinks.
There are sometimes volunteers available to answer questions and talk about the animals, their upkeep, and sometimes their natural habitat and conservation issues.
Suggestions for improvement:
— signs at the exhibits need updating and MORE info. It would be great to provide a QR code for each exhibit where more info can be obtained and constantly updated.
— add a place at some of the exhibits that asks visitors: «What are you curious about?» with a place to add questions. Answers could be provided by volunteers/​zoo employees as they come by and a record kept to see what people really want to know at each exhibit. Could be as low-​tech as a message board, or if a sponsored exhibit go with a scrolling screen with questions and answers and a tablet for input.

I bought a Seattle CityPass. You get to go to five different tourist attractions. For the first two days in Seattle, I doubled up on visiting attractions. On my third day, I only had the Seattle Zoo left.
Let me tell you that I am glad that I had planned it this way. I spent many hours at this zoo. There is a lot of walking. The weather was sunny when I went. It was 20 °C. I brought water, and wore comfortable clothes and shoes.
I walked so much that my jeggings were too loose and I had to pull them up often. That was not fun! Shopping for new clothes afterwards was, though.
I find that walking around this zoo was a huge maze. There were signs posted, but were not enough for someone like me who did not get a paper map!
I love penguins and enjoyed my time at that exhibit. I loved the orangutans, too.
The gift shop had some lovely souvenirs. It makes sense to be a member, so you can get discounts.
You have plenty of opportunities to take photos. The problem is timing. Some animals are dormant, so you may be disappointed.
Parking is $ 6 USD. It’s pretty good if you’re there for the whole day. I was there for five hours!
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Prior to a recent trip, we’d only been up here once and it was for a wedding so there was minimal looking at monkeys. This time, with most of the family in tow comma we had a wonderful time and learned exactly what Woodland Park Zoo is all about!
As we were walking in I found myself wondering what it must be like to actually live in urban Seattle and have a zoo a block or two away from your house. I’m sure there’s times when loud animals can be heard on a soft quiet spring evening. Either way, when we came in on a nice spring day the whole place was lovely.
Parking is at a premium here, and while they don’t charge a ton for it, if you can find parking nearby it seems like that is probably the better option. We got there about a half hour after they opened and most of the lots were full by that point. Luckily, we found some parking across the street.
Tickets for something like $ 15 or $ 20 per person, but if you order online there are a few different options which will get you discounts. I think we used our Triple A card and it got us like 20% off. My wife would tell you it was like we made $ 15 that day!
We were all really surprised with how big this zoo was. They have been sectioned off into different regions where animals would be found. It’s big enough that you could probably spend 3 days here and not actually see everything, but in the four hours we had we managed to see a good amount. The primate house was fun and something that all the kids liked. The big animals were plentiful — the favorites were the zebras, elephant, ostriches and bears. We didn’t make it to the area where they had otters, but I’m sure that would have been nice — they’re like the hipsters of the sea!
An interesting and unexpected find was the food court. It was surprisingly excellent and a really nice place to stop during the middle of our little Adventure. Given we only saw about a third of this place while there, we’re excited to explore more in the future. Well worth your time to check out.

Lets start with the ticket prices — probably some of the most reasonable that you’ll come across. $ 19.95 for adults and $ 12.25 for kids older than 2 (0 – 2 are free). If you have AAA, you can get 20% off if you buy them AHEAD OF TIME online (you don’t have to print them out — you can show the tickets on your phone). Parking at the zoo is $ 6/​car, which is very reasonable — or you can park on the street like we did. We were only 2 blocks away, which was quite convenient!
We didn’t realize you can bring in your own food/​drinks and have a picnic lunch. They have a ton of great space with picnic tables for you to use (I’ve attached a picture of one). If you don’t bring you own, they have several cafeteria options. We were extremely impressed with the quality of the food for the price! Drinks were pricey ($ 3.25 for 20oz diet coke,), but the lunch entrees’ were very reasonably priced! The pesto chicken panini was around $ 8, a chicken caesar salad was about $ 9 (see pictures). The food was really good and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it!
I recognize that this zoo is not mammoth like the san diego zoo, but it is a great size for younger kids! The exhibits are well done and they have great vantage points for many of the animals. During out trip, we enjoyed the orangutans, bears, and penguins the most! The giraffes were also very cool!
If you get the chance, check this place out! It’s a great attraction and it’s good to get your kids outdoors!

Woodland Park Zoo is quite the place to spend the day. The walkways are wide and easy to navigate with their map. There’s tons of greenery everywhere including the animal exhibits, which is important. I felt the animals were well taken care of.
Make sure you map out a route to take because it will take the whole day to enjoy. There are so many animals, we knew we had to choose the ones we wanted to visit so we didn’t run out of time.
We might have been lucky on the day we went since all the animals came up so close to where we were standing. Our family had amazing views of the leopard, gorilla, penguin and tucan. My daughter who is almost 3 was absolutely amazed.

Nice zoo just north of Downtown. I’ve been here a number of times. I don’t quite remember which exhibits are my favorite.
During the summer, there would be concerts here and during the holiday season, there would be lots of Christmas light decorations.
Keep in mind, this is also the only zoo in Seattle, so there isn’t too much to choose from.

Going to the Woodland Zoo Park was the highlight of my trip here in Seattle. Prices is quite fair compared to other zoos I have gone too. I reaped more rewards of seeing many animals at this zoo compared to others which barely had any animals.
Seeing all the green trees, moss, flowers, plants, rocks and dew rolling off the landscape brought me back to feeling whole.
Food at the Rainforest Café (?) was okay. I got two beef tacos which was really runny in beef grease. I saw what other people had and thought their food looked better.
I loved that I could take 1 bus to Woodland Zoo then take the same bus back and into downtown Seattle closer to Pike Market.

Okay I give it 5 stars in part because I’ve gotten in for half price with an insider special. But for that deal what a treat. The kids are just as wonderful as the animals! One specialty is that you can stand inside of a birdhouse and hold up food for a dollar and the birds will come and land on your shoulder or head or hand and crawl all over you. Songbirds. Amazing.

I loved this zoo. I make a point of seeing the local zoo in just about every city I travel to and I was really impressed with this zoo. Except for the white wolf exhibit which seems way too small for the room they need the exhibits are thought out for the animals and I love how active they are with conservation. It is very clean and the price point works. Inside secret – a previous Unilocaler mentioned a AAA discount but you can only buy tickets at that discounted price on the AAA website. The zoo can not do it at the ticket window.

Never get tired going here! Membership is a must for frequent visitors. Best to go in the morning hours when most animals are out.

You know when you try candy that you went wild for as a kid and you are surprised to think «meh» as an adult? For some reason, I am always afraid that a current visit to Woodland Park Zoo won’t capture my heart as it has in the past. Not true! Rest assured this place has it all.
It’s only open till 4 pm (six in summer). This time I made sure I had lots of time and sat on some of the spacious animal-​friendly habitats so I could people watch and see the animals at different energies/​points of the day. The environment design is so effective, I felt as if I was visiting different parts of the globe in a day.
My personal do-​not-​think-​of-​missing are the: penguins, tapirs, jaguar, otters, gorillas and meerkats. But the verdant grounds and knowledgeable, personable staff make ALL viewings a treat.
I went for a ride on the vintage indoor carousel. Yes, I WAS the only adult without a child accompanying them but I regret it not one bit and would (will) happily shell out the $ 2 to do it again.
I think the admission price ($ 13.75 US) is a steal and take my own water and snacks.

We spent 5.5 hours at the zoo, including walking down the street to grab lunch at Bongos. It was a lot of fun for the very cheap price. Note that there’s a 20% discount for AAA members at the zoo!
Also, if you go during the winter, make sure you wrap up! You’d think that walking around all day would make you warm, but that didn’t work for me.

This is probably the biggest zoo I have ever been to. They had a wiiiiide variety of birds and animals. The animals were really close to the viewers. There was also an indoor play area for toddlers– awesome for rainy days. Loved the lion and giraffe. There was also a small family farm area with farm animals.
My 2yo seemed to really enjoy the zoo. Would love to return if in the area.

My family of 6 (all adults) went here on Dec 26^th, and had so much fun. It was gray and cold outside, but that did not seem to stop every animal from being out-​and-​about.
I don’t think I have ever seen so many exotic animals that close before. Every tiger, lion, wolf, bear, and orangutan was lively, up close and personal!
The zoo does a great job at making the animals feel close, with the ditches deep directly in front of you, but the animal’s «land» aligned with your eyes.
We stopped at the cafeteria and got some food, which is typical cafeteria food (good waffle fries though). Entrance was only $ 10 or $ 11, and we had entertainment coupons, so the day’s outing was only about $ 30 for all of us. It wasn’t packed at all, which was nice allowed us to observe every animal for as long as we wanted, but I am sure it would be during the summer.
Only thing that is lame is parking. You have to pay to park, however I found parking on the street outside of the west entrance. I’m sure on a busy day, you’ll just need to pay.

Typical zoo. I went with a group of friends today and I’ve been here over 30times. Never been a fan of zoos but the staff are absolutely superb in customer service. Total thumbs up.
They have wide variety of animals, reptiles etc. the weather was great and it wasn’t as packed (thank goodness) due to Seahawks game.
Everything is well labeled. Super kid friendly.
Parking was $ 6. Admission was $ 13.75 per person (adult) but we got a discount for $ 8 per person

I think I have taken all the children I have ever meet to this zoo. Its been in the entertainment coupon book forever and makes an outing that is relatively affordable and appropriate for all ages. Its also a good excuse to get outside and get some exercise. Do be prepared for the weather and dress accordingly. You can also learn something. The indoor area is fun for kids who are not yet interested in watching animals., they will also have fun climbing on the statues and in the various holes and caves. I hear the yearly pass is a great deal if you live nearby and enjoy it here.
I do prefer to come here for concerts, but its always hit or miss if bands I like will be playing. I do recall seeing one of my favorite bands here many years ago. I check the schedule religiously every summer when its released. I’ve also been a few times for zoolights and once to brew at the zoo. Parking is currently 6 $. Zoo prices vary by season, cheaper in the winter, children under a certain age are free. I highly recommend checking out the bird feeding part where you can pay 1 $ to have birds eat seed off a stick you hold (its cash only).
On my most recent visit I was impressed to see a variety of vegan options at one of the food places. I can’t wait to come back and try these out. It was a little awkward carrying around hot coffee with no lid (apparently they are not allowed), but I escaped without burning myself. I’m not too sad the elephants have left although I did love coming to see the baby elephant years ago. I don’t love zoos, but I do see that they have both positives and negatives. I like the opportunity to be exposed to animals and the efforts they make towards conservation. My favorite animal is the tapir!

Ever since I moved to Seattle in 2012, I have been a Woodland Park Zoo member. Why? Because this zoo is gorgeous, immaculately kept, and actually attempts to have enclosures and structures (as opposed to cages) that are suitable to the animals’ natural habitats. During my first visit here back in 2009, I was immediately blown away at how «natural» this zoo is, and I fell in love.
The animals here just seem happier than any other zoo I have been to (granted, that’s not a whole lot, but still). Even on the hottest summer day, or the coldest day in winter, the animals are alert, even happy! I have been able to snap some of the most adorable animal photos at this zoo alone.
My favorites? The hippo paddock (god, those two are ADORABLE). I have watched these guys snort and grunt at each other, as well as play games with a water hose. During the holidays, you can witness them eating pumpkins! I am also a huge fan of the gorillas (who isn’t?); they are always out to entertain. The sloth bears and the river otters are by far the most ridiculously cute and seem the genuinely happiest. Always playing around and showing off for the visitors.
I love that this zoo also has a Family Farm area where you can feed and pet some of the animals. The burros, goats, and kunekune pig are my favorites.
With a membership, I get to go and visit all of my animal friends for free whenever I want. I even went (by myself) over Thanksgiving, since Woodland Park Zoo is open every day except Christmas. There are many holiday events that the zoo will keep you abreast of so that you can join in and participate.
There is never trash on the ground, the guests seems to be very respectful, and the staff is always over-​the-​top nice. There are various booths located throughout the zoo to buy refreshments or souvenirs. They also have a fairly large indoor eating area, and the prices are pretty decent.
Plenty of parking on the surrounding streets, but there are multiple lots and entrances, and parking is about $ 5 for the entire day.

THis is probably one of the best zoos I have ever been to. Great location, plenty of parkings and so many amazing animals to see.
All the animals in their exhibits were amazing. We were able to see a lot of animals up close and they were active and running up and down the glass so my daughter could enjoy! Fairly priced food, clean bathrooms, friendly staff, and again, amazing animals. I highly recommend this zoo to any visitors, especially those with little kids. Their experience will be one they will never forget!

Looove the zoo. It’s amazing. Sooo fun and huge! I love the selection of animals they have here. The Otters and penguins are soooo adorable lol. Recommend for kids of all ages from babies to older folks. They have benches around entire park; in case you need to sit and rest. They have good tour guides and fun staff. If you haven’t been here; then you have to go and have a fun day.

This zoo is incredible. The animal selection is incredibly varied and the design of the habitats is top notch. There are knowledgeable zoo staff everywhere (my favorite part), so you can get all of your animal questions answered.
When you enter you receive a token per ticket. You can then deposit the token in the park development project of your choice. And consequently a portion of your ticket entrance gets allocated to it. Loved this idea.
You could make a day out of it. We we’re able to see most animals in four hours and that is pushing it a bit. For my daughters, feeding the giraffes, the birds and seeing the tigers was the highlights.
This is a good-​sized zoo that will be popular, as always, with kids. It isn’t as big as some of the world-​class zoos but does cover most of the animals throughout the world. It is easy to navigate and has a wide variety of animals to view. Love all the trail side exhibits! So informational and interesting!
Best time to go is first thing in the morning. If you’re lucky, you’ll catch the keepers crossing the giraffes from the barns into the savanna, which gets you really close up to the animals.
If you are lost, go ahead and ask a zoo person. They know their way around, and are especially helpful if you have a map. They can also recommend a really cool way to find the animal you are looking for, maybe by going through an area you may not have thought about going to before.
During the week there seemed to be few concessions open, mostly the ones located in the park entrances. You may want to purchase water before you start your walk. Had such a great time exploring the Woodland Park Zoo today. The zoo is smoke-​free! My recommendation is to bring water bottles.
HELPFUL INFORMATIONS:
Admission Prices and Hours
May 1 — September 30
*Open 9:30 a.m. — 6:00 p.m. daily.
Zoomazium open until 5:30 p.m.
Zoo grounds open until 7:00 p.m.
*Adult (13 — 64 years) — $ 19.95
Child (3 – 12 years) — $ 12.25
Toddler (0 — 2 years) — FREE
Senior (65+) and disabled discount — $ 2 off regular admission
October 1 — April 30
*Open 9:30 a.m. — 4:00 p.m. daily.
Zoo grounds open until 5:00 p.m. No entry after 4:00 p.m. Indoor exhibits close at 4:00 p.m.
*Adult (13 — 64 years) — $ 13.75
Child (3 – 12 years) — $ 9.25
Toddler (0 — 2 years) — FREE
Senior (65+) and disabled discount — $ 2 off regular admission
MEMBERSHIP
Every day is free for members! Membership pays for itself in fewer than three visits.
Annual Pass
Adult — $ 49 each
Child (3 — 18 years) — $ 17 each
Flex Guest — $ 67 each
*Rainy Day discounts: Discounts are available on select rainy days; download the required coupon on activated discount days (Look for the coupon and sign up for alerts).
*Transit discount: Take the bus to the zoo and save $ 2 off regular zoo admission! Present your valid Metro bus transfer or your ORCA card as proof of ridership at the entrance locations to redeem your discount.
Giraffe Feeding Experience*
Location: African Savanna
10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. daily except Tuesdays
Get close to giraffes as you feed them on a raised platform in the African Savanna, and learn how you are saving wild giraffes. Due to appetites, giraffes might not feed.
Cost: $ 5 per person, cash only; children 5 and under free with paying adult.
Raptors In Flight*
11:30 a.m. daily except Wednesdays
Here’s your chance to learn more about birds of prey. Keepers will introduce you to our resident raptors while demonstrating their impressive flying and hunting skills. A must see!
Bird Feeding Experience
Location: Willawong Station
9:30 a.m. — 6:00 p.m.
Entry to Willawong Station is free with zoo admission; *seed sticks are $ 1 each, cash only.
Carousel at Woodland Park Zoo
Ride the Historic Carousel*
9:30 a.m. — 6:00 p.m.
$ 2 a ride in addition to zoo admission
Enjoy rides on the classic, hand-​carved wooden carousel horses.
Woodland Park Zoo is now available on your iPhone, iPad or Android! Use the free app to plan your next visit and help you navigate around zoo grounds. Features include:
*GPS-​enabled map with tour suggestions
*Customizable schedule of today’s activities
*Animal fact sheets
*Social media connections
*Friend finder
*Video, photos and more

The best zoo I’ve been to so far!
I was lucky enough to go around 11 AM, so the animals were alert and awake. (Protip: go in the morning.) The Penguins by the entrance were a delight to watch… one of them even splashed my sister in the face! That was hilarious! The otters were likewise active and adorable.
The one negative part of my day was the dining. The food itself was fine, but one corner of the outdoor seating was infested by bees. Not bees – Hornets. The unpleasant ones. Luckily, no one got stung, and the buzzing didn’t ruin my entire day.
I learned a lot about wildlife conservation, and had a great time looking at all the animals. The zoo workers and volunteers were friendly and well-​informed about the animals. It’s a very family-​friendly place.
And most importantly, YES. There are dipping dots!
I would definitely recommend this zoo!

I’m writing this review based off of the wine tasting event I attended more so than the animals and zoo itself bc I did not get an opportunity to check out the Zoo fully.
Wine tasting– get your tickets in advance bc they sell out quick. The worker here mentioned that tickets were sold out weeks ago and so I’m glad I got mine a month in advance.
Wine tasting– bring your own glass or buy a glass there. It’s cheap — 2 glasses for 5 bucks.
Tickets– upon entering you’ll receive ten tickets in which you can use to try ten different wines. You can purchase more tickets if need be.
Food– they have a grill that sells hotdogs and burgers with potato chips. The drink is not included. 11.75 for a burger. No thanks!
Wine– hello fellow classy people who won’t be so classy after a few glasses of wine. I used all ten of my tickets and I was pretty. Inebriated. I had a ton of fun though! Come here and dress nice, mingle with different people, try all the wine you can consume and have a great time!

It’s a really big zoo, but I was disappointed to not find half the animals. They were either sleeping somewhere we couldn’t see, sick so they were taken out of the exhibit or looked sick or tired. For some reason, I felt really sad and thought of happy feet when he was caged and had no mind for himself. The orangutan looked really depressed as he sat looking at us.
The zoo was really hot and disappointing going from one exhibit after another with not much to see. I think the only emtertaining animal was the meercat, but they had such a small box behind glass.

Coming from Honolulu and visiting the zoo here, the Woodland Park zoo was quite massive. I thought that the zoo had a lot of exhibits and was well take care of. The zookeepers seemed to really care about the animals and had extensive knowledge of them as well. My boyfriend and I were able to see a baby kangaroo that was born pretty recently which was a plus! Some of the animals were sleeping or roaming around and hard to find, but I know it’ll be a hit or miss when visiting the zoo. I think the best part of the zoo was the bird exhibit. You can buy a seed stick for $ 1 and feed the birds. Super fun and interactive!
The zoo can get a little confusing… My boyfriend and I walked around several times in the same place. Make sure to wear comfy shoes and bring water! I also didn’t know that you can bring your own food. There’s plenty of grassy area to picnic around the zoo. Btw, the ice cream at the zoo snack shop is a must on a sunny summer day! So perfectly refreshing!

We have been to the Woodland Park Zoo many times and it’s always been a fun and pleasant experience. If you have kids, they will especially love the numerous climbing and playing opportunities throughout the zoo. It seemed everywhere we went, there is a another place for the kids to run, jump, climb, and play. Well done!
There are so many cool places and exhibits here. My kiddo’s favorite is Bug World — it’s small but interesting. The playground behind Bug World is also really cool.
It’s a beautiful zoo, too, with much greenery, trees, and pathways. Just nice to walk around and take in the environment. The carousel is also gorgeous.
I don’t like the restaurant here. I’ve found the food not so good and overpriced (typical for a zoo). There are better (even kid-​friendly) restaurants nearby. And you can get a hand-​stamp and go back in after lunch if you want.
One other tip: When parking, if you see someone about to leave, you can ask them for their paid parking receipt. Most people are happy to pass it on to you so you don’t need to pay!

Un seul mot: génial !
Pour tous ceux qui aiment les animaux c’est un vrai paradis ! Il y a des animaux que j’avais jamais vu ailleurs, notamment un panda roux !
Les prix varient selon l’âge et selon les périodes: gratuits à 17.75 $ (plus d’infos sur le site)
Bref je vous le conseille vraiment si vous avez l’occasition d’y faire un tour, il y a vraiment de nombreuses espèces différentes de quoi nous occuper toute la journée !