National Zoo

Hours

March 15–September:
9 a.m.–6 p.m. daily (Grounds 8 a.m.–7 p.m.)

October–March 14:
9 a.m.–4 p.m. daily (Grounds 8 a.m.–5 p.m.)

Open every day of the year, weather permitting, except December 25

Location

10th St. and Constitution Ave., NW Washington, DC

Metro Station

Smithsonian (Mall exit) or Federal Triangle

One of the world’s best zoos and home to approximately 2,000 animals representing nearly 400 species, of which about a quarter are endangered; provides leadership in animal care, science, education, and sustainability.

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