Woodland Park ZooLocated in the Green Lake neighbourhood of Seattle, the Woodland
Park Zoo is a great place to take the kids for a day out exploring
and meeting the animals. Kids can enjoy animals such as African
elephants, Arctic foxes, sloth bears and red pandas, or birds like
snowy owls, parrots, Chilean flamingos and golden eagles as well as
a fantastic variety of invertebrates such as spiders and
butterflies. Over 1,100 animals from more than 300 species are
included in the zoo's collection. The animals' enclosures are
carefully landscaped to include all kinds of interesting exotic
plant life, and there is also a rose garden for peaceful strolling
if the animals get to be a bit too much. A cafe attached tot he
rose garden provides further respite and nourishment for those
making a full day of the outing. For families on holiday in
Seattle, a trip to the Woodland Park Zoo is not to be missed.
Occasional special events are hosted at the zoo, such as the swish
annual Jungle Party aimed at raising
Address: 601 No. 59th Street, Seattle
Website: www.zoo.org
Email: zooinfo@zoo.org
Telephone: 206 548 2500
Opening Time: Open daily 1 October to 30 April from 9:30am - 4pm;
From 1 May to September 30 from 9:30am - 6pm. Closed 25
December.
Admission: 1 October - 30 April: $11.75 (adults); $8.50 (children).
1 May - 30 September: $17.75 (adults); $11.50
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