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Woodland Park Zoo

Address: 5500 Phinney Ave. N, Phinney Ridge, Seattle, WA | Map It
Phone: 206/684-4800
www.zoo.org

Category: Zoos/Aquariums
Location: Phinney Ridge

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Fodor's Review:

Many of the 300 species of animals in this 92-acre botanical garden roam freely in habitat areas. A jaguar exhibit is the center of the Tropical Rain Forest area, where rare cats, frogs, and birds evoke South American jungles. The Butterflies & Blooms exhibit ($1) shows off the amazing beauty and variety of the winged creatures and describes their relationship with local flora. With authentic thatch-roof buildings, the African Village has a replica schoolroom overlooking animals roaming the savanna; the Asian Elephant Forest Trail takes you through a Thai village; and the Northern Trail winds past rocky habitats where brown bears, wolves, mountain goats, and otters scramble and play. The terrain is mostly flat, making it easy for wheelchairs and strollers (which can be rented) to negotiate. The zoo has parking for $4; it's a small price to pay to avoid the headache of searching for a space on the street.

Cost: Oct.-Apr. $10.50, May-Sept. $15
Open: Oct.-Apr., daily 9:30-4; May-Sept., daily 9:30-6

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