Santa Barbara Zoo

500 Ninos Dr, Santa Barbara, California 93103 USA

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Opens Thu 9:30a

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“an experience you'll never forget”

Santa Barbara Zoological Gardens is the venue for any very special event. With its exotic gardens, majestic ocean views, and diverse animal collection, the Zoo is the ideal setting for any occasion. From the most elegant wedding reception to a relaxed company picnic, the Zoo offers guests an experience they’ll never forget. The Santa Barbara Zoo is located on nearly 30 acres of lush botanic gardens overlooking the Paciﬁc Ocean. Known as one of the world’s most beautiful zoos, it is also home to more than 400 animals. These ambassadors of the wild are exhibited in open, naturalistic habitats.

Reviewed by
Travis P.

March 03, 2024

This was a small but powerful zoo! Everything can be done in about 2-2.5 hours but I felt that the animals were much better than that of other zoos. They actually had a red panda that wasn't... Read more

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Rin K.

February 04, 2024

Wow, this zoo was amazing! For only $25 I got to see almost every animal (except gorillas) and walk up super close to the kangaroos and wallaby's. There is also goat brushing included! Feeding the... Read more

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Garett S.

January 03, 2024

Santa Barbara Zoo is one of the best small zoos in SoCal. I actually prefer it to the LA zoo which is much bigger in size. The zoo is situated by the beach which can expect cooler temperatures.... Read more

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