What about the famous San Diego Zoo?

Absolutely Not to be missed… The San Diego Zoo
 
This year the zoo is celebrating 100 years of pure enjoyment to delight folks of all ages. With specially designed habitat exhibits you can experience a worldly assortment of all the animals as well as a petting zoo for even our smallest visitors. There are many places to dine in the park that suits budgets for all families as well as Rock Star behind the scene experiences. If you have time, the zoo is located in Balboa Park and a wonderful carousel from 1906 sits just outside the entrance.  
 
Address: 2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, CA 92101

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