Today
Open 9am–5pm
The San Diego Zoo is open daily from 9am to 6pm, with extended hours during select holiday events like Jungle Bells.
Apr 8 TO Apr 30 Timings Days (Apr 8 TO Apr 30) | TIMINGS |
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Monday | 9:00am–6:00pm |
Tuesday | 9:00am–6:00pm |
Wednesday | 9:00am–6:00pm |
Thursday | 9:00am–6:00pm |
Friday | 9:00am–6:00pm |
Saturday | 9:00am–6:00pm |
Sunday | 9:00am–6:00pm |
May 1 TO May 8 Timings Days (May 1 TO May 8) | TIMINGS |
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Monday | 9:00am–7:00pm |
Tuesday | 9:00am–7:00pm |
Wednesday | 9:00am–7:00pm |
Thursday | 9:00am–7:00pm |
Friday | 9:00am–7:00pm |
Saturday | 9:00am–7:00pm |
Sunday | 9:00am–7:00pm |
May 9 TO May 9 Timings Days (May 9 TO May 9) | TIMINGS |
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Monday | 9:00am–4:00pm |
Tuesday | 9:00am–4:00pm |
Wednesday | 9:00am–4:00pm |
Thursday | 9:00am–4:00pm |
Friday | 9:00am–4:00pm |
Saturday | 9:00am–4:00pm |
Sunday | 9:00am–4:00pm |
May 10 TO May 23 Timings Days (May 10 TO May 23) | TIMINGS |
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Monday | 9:00am–7:00pm |
Tuesday | 9:00am–7:00pm |
Wednesday | 9:00am–7:00pm |
Thursday | 9:00am–7:00pm |
Friday | 9:00am–7:00pm |
Saturday | 9:00am–7:00pm |
Sunday | 9:00am–7:00pm |
May 24 TO Jun 14 Timings Days (May 24 TO Jun 14) | TIMINGS |
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Monday | 9:00am–9:00pm |
Tuesday | 9:00am–9:00pm |
Wednesday | 9:00am–9:00pm |
Thursday | 9:00am–9:00pm |
Friday | 9:00am–9:00pm |
Saturday | 9:00am–9:00pm |
Sunday | 9:00am–9:00pm |
Jun 15 TO Jun 15 Timings Days (Jun 15 TO Jun 15) | TIMINGS |
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Monday | 9:00am–5:00pm |
Tuesday | 9:00am–5:00pm |
Wednesday | 9:00am–5:00pm |
Thursday | 9:00am–5:00pm |
Friday | 9:00am–5:00pm |
Saturday | 9:00am–5:00pm |
Sunday | 9:00am–5:00pm |
Jun 16 TO Sep 2 Timings Days (Jun 16 TO Sep 2) | TIMINGS |
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Monday | 9:00am–9:00pm |
Tuesday | 9:00am–9:00pm |
Wednesday | 9:00am–9:00pm |
Thursday | 9:00am–9:00pm |
Friday | 9:00am–9:00pm |
Saturday | 9:00am–9:00pm |
Sunday | 9:00am–9:00pm |
Weekdays, especially Tuesday through Thursday, are quieter and provide a more relaxed experience. Weekends are busier with larger crowds, so it’s best to arrive early if visiting on Saturdays or Sundays.
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Peak season includes summer months (June-August) and holidays, when the Zoo is bustling with tourists and families on vacation. The low season (September-February) offers fewer crowds, shorter lines, and cooler weather, making it an ideal time for a more relaxed visit.
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Early weekdays are typically less crowded. Visiting right at opening time or later in the afternoon around 3pm can also help you avoid peak crowd times.
Yes, it's possible to see the major highlights in about 4 hours if you plan your route efficiently and use the zoo’s bus tours and aerial tram to navigate the large area more quickly.
Weekday mornings are ideal for avoiding large crowds, especially if you arrive right at opening time.
Re-entry is allowed as long as you have your original admission ticket. Make sure to get a hand stamp when you exit, so you can return later in the day.
Animal shows and keeper talks usually take place between noon and 3pm daily. The ‘Africa Rocks Encounter’ kicks off at 12pm at the Africa Rocks Stage, while the ‘Wildlife Wonders’ presentation happens at 3pm at the Wegeforth Bowl.
The zoo remains open in most weather conditions, but some exhibits may close during extreme weather for safety.
Yes, the zoo offers special events during certain periods, like evening hours in the summer. These events may have separate ticketing, so check the event calendar.