Although less publicized than the zoo in San Diego,this fine zoo is much less expensive. It has the usual array of zoo animals in a very pleasant environment.My favorite animals were the gibbons,Masai giraffes,and okapi. more

As a LA area resident for the last 21 years, I have seen the Zoo existing in a "cramped, almost bankrupt, animals dying left and right mode" in the 1980's and 1990's" and now, in the few last years as a totally different, expanding, and exciting place. We just came back today (2006-11-10) with my 5&9-year-old boys and grandparents for... more

Located off the I-5 north and 134 The LA Zoo was a great treat for the entire family. We arrived early to avoid any crowds and parking problems. Ticket line was quick and once inside the facilty we noticed how lush and green the grounds were. Zoo map made it easy for us to navigate and we certainly found the... more

Visited in March. Weather was great and lots of lush vegetation to enjoy while taking the zoo in; however, most of the animal exhibits were small and literally looked like cages. A lot of construction is going on. Went hoping to take lots of pictures but overall experience was uninspiring and kind of sad. more

I recently visited the LA zoo but left the zoo saddened by the horrid conditions of the animals. I understand its a zoo and the animals arent going to be free, but when HUGE birds of prey (hawks, etc) are in cages 10 feet high, such that the top of their heads are touching the chain link roof, not enough... more

The L.A. Zoo has been undergoing alot of renovation! Most recent updated exhibits are the Chimpanzees, Red Ape Rain Forest and the Komodo Dragon exhibit. This summer 2005, a new front entry plaza is opening with Sea Lion Cliffs. It will have an underwater viewing area, as well as a Children's Education Center. New, larger exhibits are now under construction... more

My children loved the zoo and the walking was great . In between the animalss exhibits, they discussed the last animals and they really learned a lot. I recommened all parens to treat their children to an exciting day with the animals. more

I recently moved to So Cal and I have been wanting to visit the LA zoo. I finally went yesterday with a bunch of excited friends, and I was terribly dissapointed!!! The whole time I was there, I couldn't believe the number of empty cages and exhibits. The few animals I saw looked very loney and sad, which eventually depressed... more

The zoo was not that exciting. The exhibits were too far apart. Also there wasnt too many animals there. The Fresno zoo was a far better zoo in my opinion. Next time I will drive the extra miles to go to the San Diego Zoo instead. more