San Diego Zoo: Best Time to Visit, Jul–Nov | Trailwind

LandmarkUnited StatesBest time to visit San Diego Zoo: Jul–Nov. One of the most visited zoos in the world, set in Balboa Park's canyon terrain with a famous double-decker…

Best time: Jul–Nov

Set in: United States

In season: ~24°C high

Climate: 8–26°C

Currency: USD

Language: English

Timezone: UTC-05:00

Best time to visitAim for Jul–Nov, the 5 months that line up best.Know before you go

The guided bus tour is included with admission and a good way to get oriented before walking on your own.

Go early: animals are most active in the cooler morning hours, especially in summer.

The Skyfari aerial tram is a fast way to cross the park and gives a good overview from above.

Combo tickets with the San Diego Zoo Safari Park (about 30 miles north) save money if you're doing both.

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World's Great Zoos

Pairs well with

Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, 3 mi away

Coronado Beach, 4 mi away

La Jolla Cove, 10 mi away

Trestles, 51 mi away

Frequently asked questionsWhen is the best time to visit San Diego Zoo?The best time to visit San Diego Zoo is Jul–Nov, in United States.Where is San Diego Zoo?San Diego Zoo is in United States.What is San Diego Zoo known for?One of the most visited zoos in the world, set in Balboa Park's canyon terrain with a famous double-decker guided bus tour and an aerial tram.Keep exploring

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