By Zach Cooper
Just days before Thanksgiving, I was able to head down to the world-famous San Diego Zoo. It is located in Balboa Park, which hosted the 1915-1916 World's Fair. The San Diego Zoo opened just after that.
The Zoo includes 100 acres filled with plants, animals and incredible habitats. Here are a few things I saw during my day:
GUIDED BUS TOUR: A great way to see the Zoo is to take the guided bus tour, taking you around the park in just about 35 minutes. The tour guides are very knowledgable and also sometimes throw in a few jokes. The tour is included with a 1-Day Pass. Be sure to take a ride early in the day since the buses can fill up quick!
The tour is conducted on a double-decked bus.
SKYFARI AERIAL TRAM: Being that the Zoo is 100 acres, it can be very hard to get around to places. Instead of walking through the crowds, you have a chance to go above them. This shortcut takes you from one end of the Zoo to the other.
Amazing views of the park.
POLAR BEAR PLUNGE: A great way to see the polar bears in an amazing habitat.
An amazingly designed habitat for the polar bears.
One of the viewing areas.
There are a lot of hands on activities.
ELEPHANT ODYSSEY: In 2009, the Zoo added a new 7.5 acre area called Elephant Odyssey.
ELEPHANT ODYSSEY: In 2009, the Zoo added a new 7.5 acre area called Elephant Odyssey.
A fossil portal showcasing a replica of the tar pits.
A lagoon for the elephants.
Artificial trees that feed the elephants.
An elephant care center.
There are also many other habitats to check out around the Zoo.
I had a great time at the San Diego Zoo and really recommend checking it out. It is very close to the convention center that holds San Diego Comic Con annually. So if your down there in July, be sure to stop by the park. To learn more information or to purchase tickets, visit zoo.sandiegozoo.org
A video overview of the San Diego Zoo:
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