Oakland Zoo

Oakland Zoo

www.oaklandzoo.org
Tripadvisor (710) · Zoo in Oakland, CA
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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 … See more

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4.5/5 · 710 reviews
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May 10, 2022
This was our first time going to Oakland zoo. We’ve been to Fresno numerous times (also nice) and Sacramento once (average) and we were very pleasantly surprised at how nice and large Oakland zoo is.… Full review by Kyle_10
Apr 4, 2022
Wonderful wonderful ! For a “smaller “ zoo there is so much! You can tell the love for the zoo, animals, guests. Clean and fun and safe. There’s an overhead tram and little train too. Full review by bad33326
Jan 21, 2022
We became members when the Zoo was in trouble early during the pandemic, and we just never got around to going to the Zoo. Well we went today and it was lovely and sweet. It's a small zoo with an e… Full review by Thomas V
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The Oakland Zoo is a zoo located in the Grass Valley neighborhood of Oakland, California, United States. Established on June 6, 1922, i…
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The Oakland Zoo is home to more than 440 exotic and domestic birds, mammals, marsupials, and reptiles. Some of its attractio…
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Area:0.4 km²
Date founded:June 6, 1922

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We are thinking of doing my daughters birthday there but keeping it small (12 people maybe). Are the picnic sites …
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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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Yes indeed! A fine idea - you’ll have a great time!
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Is the Zoo pet friendly?
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"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 …
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"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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If I buy tickets online, how long it will be valid?
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Just buy tickets when you visit. That way, you won't have anything to be concerned about!
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Answer by Ayesha H · Oct 23, 2019
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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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