Museums & Learning

San Francisco Zoo

🏆Staff Pick👶Best for Babies🧒Best for Toddlers
Outer Sunset
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About This Spot

A 100-acre zoo at the western edge of the city with over 2,000 animals. The Fisher Family Children's Zoo has a nature trail, insect zoo, and barnyard where kids can pet goats. The steam train and historic carousel are toddler favorites. An easy full-day activity.

What to Expect

🚼Stroller Friendly
💳Paid Activity
🌳Outdoor Area
👶Baby Friendly
🧒Toddler Safe

Planning Notes

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Free for SF residents on the first Wednesday of each month. The steam train ($5) is worth every penny for toddlers. Bring lunch — the food inside is overpriced. The penguin feeding at 2:30 PM is the best show.

More Planning Notes

•Free admission first Wednesday of each month for SF residents (bring ID)
•Steam train ($5) circles the zoo - perfect for tired little legs
•Pack your own lunch to save money - food court prices are tourist-level
•Penguin feeding at 2:30 PM daily is the best show for kids
•Children's Zoo barnyard has goats, sheep, and chickens kids can pet
•Stroller rental available at entrance for $5

Quick Info

Hours

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily

Neighborhood

Outer Sunset

Category

Museums & Learning

Phone

(415) 753-7080

Hours, prices, and access can change. Check the official website before you go.

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