Oakland Zoo was established in 1922 and is managed by the Conservation Society of California, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the …
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Sep 25, 2024
A nice way to spend a beautiful afternoon. I enjoy visiting zoos while traveling as there is always something different to see. Although the zoo is nice, I have seen better. The zoo has lots of cha… Full review by 196LindaC
Sep 4, 2024
The Oakland zoo is one of my favorite zoos that I’ve been to. The staff are helpful and the docents know a lot about the animals. The docents carry trading cards with facts about the animals which is… Full review by Riley W
Aug 12, 2024
Really just "OK" as far as an overall zoo compared to lots of national zoos nationwide. Lots of hilliness so walking can become tedious. Food options are expensive. No single exhibition/display wa… Full review by Robert H
We are thinking of doing my daughters birthday there but keeping it small (12 people maybe). Are the picnic sites busy? I don’t want to spend 250 to rent a site up to 40 people when there will only be 12 of us but would like a place to eat with the fam.
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Yeah, I’d pay to rent the site. Happy birthday to your daughter!
"Dogs or other pets are not allowed on Zoo grounds or in parking areas." "Individuals with disabilities may bring their service dogs to the Zoo. Download our Service Dog Policy …
"Dogs or other pets are not allowed on Zoo grounds or in parking areas." "Individuals with disabilities may bring their service dogs to the Zoo. Download our Service Dog Policy for more information and a Service Dog Map to better understand where service dogs are allowed within the zoo."
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Do members need to make a reservation to visit the zoo?
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No, as of January 17, 2024, Oakland Zoo members and Friends of the Wild can visit during regular daytime hours without a reservation. Advanced reservations are no...
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