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Visitor tip
The famous Flamingo Pond features flamingos viewed through glass walls rather than open enclosures - plan to spend dedicated time here as it's a unique viewing experience compared to other zoos, and consider visiting during different times of day to see how lighting affects the glass viewing.
Best time
The venue is open 365 days a year, making it an excellent option for holiday visits or unexpected schedule changes when other attractions might be closed - perfect for spontaneous family outings.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Location
- 100 acres on the Pacific Coast, San Francisco
- Animals
- 1,500+ exotic, endangered, and rescued species
- Programs
- Educational programs, Adopt-An-Animal, event hosting
What visitors say
The magnificent flamingo pond. Unlike other zoos where you can see the flamingos directly, you can only see the flamingos through the glass walls.
Great exhibit overall.
so many flamingos wonder where kept inside over night. when it's so windy.
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Did You Know?
- Flamingo Pond houses more than 1,500 exotic, endangered, and rescued animals across 100 acres of gardens on the Pacific Coast
- The attraction features a unique viewing experience where flamingos can only be seen through glass walls, unlike typical zoo exhibits with direct viewing
- Open 365 days a year with no seasonal closures
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