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San Diego Zoo

4.7(67,630)
Zoo

About

The San Diego Zoo in Balboa Park offers a lush, well-maintained setting where business groups can explore diverse animal habitats alongside beautifully landscaped grounds. Its compact 100-acre layout makes it easy to navigate, with shaded paths and transport options like a bus loop and skylift to keep your team comfortable.

For corporate events, the zoo provides unique opportunities to combine meetings with immersive wildlife experiences and nature play areas that encourage engagement and relaxation. Several dining options with varied menus support group meals, making it a distinctive venue for memorable offsite gatherings.

Best for

  • Unique client entertaining with iconic wildlife
  • Team outings with interactive nature experiences

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What's typically included

  • Space & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Rare species including polar bears and giant pandas
Animal Diversity
Rare species including polar bears and giant pandas
The zoo houses unique animals not commonly found in other zoos, such as polar bears and giant pandas, offering visitors exclusive wildlife encounters.
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Interactive Wildlife Adventure
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A three-acre nature play area where guests can climb, scramble, and engage with wildlife habitats, providing an immersive and educational experience beyond traditional exhibits.
Extensive horticulture with global plant varieties
Scenic Landscaping
Extensive horticulture with global plant varieties
Beautifully landscaped grounds featuring plants from around the world that create shaded, pleasant walking areas, enhancing the visitor experience even between animal exhibits.

At a glance

Rated 4.7 on Google · 67,630 reviews