California capital's zoo featuring rare and endangered species in compact urban setting.
Highlights
- ✓ Rare Feline Center
- ✓ Jaguar exhibit
- ✓ Red pandas
- ✓ Chimpanzees
- ✓ Reptile house
- ✓ Giraffe encounter
Visitor Tips
Arrive early (within 30 minutes of opening) to see animals at their most active
Download the facility map in advance to plan your route efficiently
Bring binoculars for viewing animals in larger habitats
Check the daily schedule for keeper talks and feeding times
Perfect for a half-day visit (2-3 hours) - great for families with young children
More intimate animal encounters compared to larger facilities
Bring snacks and take breaks - hungry kids don't enjoy exhibits as much
Check weather forecasts - Pacific weather can be unpredictable
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