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Celebrate the giant panda 50th anniversary! Make a gift today in honor of 50 years of giant panda care and conservation at the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute.
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The Zoo is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Entry passes are required for all guests, including infants. As of March 11, 2022, visitors are no longer required to wear a face covering during their visit.
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Admission to the Zoo is free. Entry passes are required for all guests, including infants, and visitors must follow safety measures. -
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Founded in 1889, the Smithsonian's National Zoo sits on 163 acres in the heart of Washington, D.C.’s Rock Creek Park and is home to 2,700 animals representing more than 390 species.
The Zoo’s commitment to conservation, research, and education also extends to the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute, located in nearby Front Royal, Virginia. SCBI scientists and animal care experts conduct veterinary and reproductive research to save wildlife and habitats for some of the world’s most endangered animals on the sprawling 3,200-acre campus.
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Today's Programs
We are following the guidance of local health officials and the CDC, and in an effort to reduce close contact among large groups of people, all animal demonstrations will be cancelled until further notice.
