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May 23, 2024 · Visit Philadelphia Zoo, home to nearly 1,700 animals, many rare and endangered. Enjoy exhibits, events, conservation programs, and more at the region’s leading family and tourism destination.
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The Zoo is open daily from 9:30 AM to 5 PM. Entrance to the...
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Membership - Discover America's First Zoo – Philadelphia Zoo
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As America’s first zoo, Philadelphia Zoo has over 160 years...
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Home to more than 1,900 rare and endangered animals, the Zoo...
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Philadelphia Zoo Today. Philadelphia Zoo continues to be a...
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A day at the Zoo can create memories that last a lifetime! Explore our exhibits, learn about conservation, and experience wildlife firsthand.
The Philadelphia Zoo, located in the Centennial District of Philadelphia on the west bank of the Schuylkill River, is the first true zoo in the United States. It was chartered by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on March 21, 1859, but its opening was delayed by the Civil War until July 1, 1874.
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