3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
It was cold so many animals weren't on exhibit.
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Reviews of Smithsonian's National Zoo
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3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Most of the outdoor animals were hiding inside where it is warm. $25 for parking was steep.
5/5 - Excellent
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HIGHLY RECOMMEND! It's free and they focus a lot on conservation and restoring natural habitats.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Get off the red line at Woodly Park. Walk 10 minutes and you're there. Go on a week day, in the fall. No crowds.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
nice zoo but is built on a mountain, saw the pandas dancing, the lions roaring and a leopard jumping from tree to tree
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
You can walk to the zoo.
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