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Old Los Angeles Zoo

Zoo

4.6(1393 reviews)
Open Open ⋅ Closes 10:30 p.m.
Old Los Angeles Zoo

About

Abandoned zoo with ruins & hiking trails. Founded in 1912, this now-abandoned zoo offers past enclosure ruins, picnic space & hiking trails.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Old Los Angeles Zoo:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    4801 Griffith Park Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027, United States
  • 📞
    Phone
    (323) 913-4688
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    Hours
    Monday:5:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
    Tuesday:5:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
    Wednesday:5:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
    Thursday:5:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
    Friday:5:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
    Saturday:5:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
    Sunday:5:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m.

Features

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance: Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair-accessible parking lot

Amenities

  • Cafe: Has cafe
  • Petting zoo: Has petting zoo

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids
  • Good for kids birthday: Good for kids birthday
  • Playground: Has playground

Nearby

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