Zoos
Water is Life
📍 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104🌐 philadelphiazoo.org/exhibits/water-is-life
🕐 Hours
| Monday | 9:30 AM–4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 9:30 AM–4 PM |
About Water is Life
Water is Life is a zoo in Philadelphia, PA. Water is Life features an immersive otter exhibit called Otter Falls with shaded areas and running water sounds designed to create a naturalistic viewing experience while keeping visitors cool. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 29 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo Exhibit
- Main Attractions
- Playful otters at Otter Falls, red pandas at Red Panda Pass
- Features
- Slides, tunnels, overhead bridges, wood benches and carvings
- Best For
- All ages
💡 Did You Know?
- Water is Life features an immersive otter exhibit called Otter Falls with shaded areas and running water sounds designed to create a naturalistic viewing experience while keeping visitors cool
- The exhibit includes interactive elements such as slides, tunnels, and overhead bridges that allow visitors to explore the animal habitats from multiple perspectives and vantage points
- Water is Life achieved a 4.7-star rating from 29 reviews with overwhelmingly positive sentiment, with visitors particularly praising the otter exhibition as the standout attraction
💬 What Visitors Say
- Head directly to Otter Falls first - it's consistently praised as the highlight exhibit with excellent shaded viewing areas and running water sounds that create a cool, comfortable environment for observing the otters' playful behavior
- Take time to explore the interactive elements like slides, tunnels, and overhead bridges throughout the Water is Life exhibit - these hands-on features are designed for all ages and provide unique perspectives for observing both otters and red pandas
- Plan to spend quality time in the shaded seating areas with benches - visitors specifically appreciated the wooden benches and carvings, making these ideal spots for resting while enjoying extended otter watching
- Visit during warmer months or midday when you can fully appreciate the shaded cooling areas and water features of the exhibit, which provide natural climate control and enhanced viewing comfort
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