How does the Philadelphia Zoo compare to the DC Zoo?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:The Philly Zoo has some animals that DC no longer has, including hippos and giraffes. But it also has a TON of ways to spend more money, including camel rides, balloon rides, train rides, etc. that do not come with the base family membership. Also, depending on whether you get parking in the closer garage or the further lots, you're in for a shuttle ride or a not-short walk to and from parking.

animals we saw at Philly zoo that we haven't seen at DC zoo: Rhino, giraffes, polar bear, kangaroo, camel

The Philly zoo is really great for younger kids, partly because it is more compact.

[Anonymous]

The Philly zoo is worth it with some fun add ins available. Pro tip: do not underestimate how bad the surrounding neighborhood is... Be careful driving and walking from parking lot to zoo.