(206) 684-4800
5500 Phinney Ave N
(N.E. Fifth St.)
Seattle,
WA
98103
47.6685
-122.3543
Neighborhoods: Northwest Seattle, Phinney Ridge, Northwest
What People Are Saying About Woodland Park Zoo
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – On summer nights, the Woodland Park Zoo's North Meadow is a patchwork of blankets sprinkled with families toting picnic baskets. They come out for the Zoo's long-running summer concert series, which has attracted the likes of Roberta Flack and Rickie Lee Jones. The vibe here is kid-appropriate (no alcohol allowed, kids 12 and under enter free with an adult), and with only festival seating, shows are summery to the hilt. – – – –
08/23/08
NOT FOR SMALL KIDS
by PoppaPat
It's not about "habitat"-- the landscaping is OUT OF CONTROL. You take your toddler, and tell her she's going to see lions, tigers, and bears! You have to hoist her onto your shoulders at every exhibit, and all she's going to see is shrubs, dead trees and bamboo... and she has to walk a long, long, way from one disappointment to the next. If you like to pat yourself on the back for being politically correct, have fun missing the animals. If you have small children, just skip it and go to the Seattle Aquarium instead.
- Pros: clean
- Cons: kids can't see anything
11/20/06
Nice picnic area
by jags999
This zoo has come a long way! They have an interesting variety of animals that seem well cared for. Try to catch the presentation on the hawks, eagles, etc. Very interesting. The nocturnal house is fun, just remember to shhhhhhhhhhhh! It's fun to go in the winter when it's not crowded and you can still see the animals. Don't forget some of the outerlying areas - great animals there too!
- Pros: Buy a membership if you want to go a few times a year!
11/19/06
Good zoo
by kee22
The woodland park zoo is a pretty good zoo. The exihbits are nice...I agree that the new design makes it a little harder to see animals, but I can't blame them...I guess its good that the animals can escaped when they don't want to be bothered. There is still a lot to see even with the new design. They have a pretty good Halloween program for kids. The only downside is that it is more expensive than it used to be.
- Pros: Good exhibits, nice zoo
- Cons: getting more expensive
The Details on Woodland Park Zoo
When to Go:
Late June through August is the best time to see the most blooms. They continue blooming through October.
When to Go:
The Family Farm is popular with kids because they can touch goats, rabbits and sheep. Weather permitting, it's open daily Memorial Day to Labor Day. During winter, it's open on weekends.
Pruning advice:
The Seattle Rose Society invites the public to an annual rose pruning demonstration on Sunday, February 25th, 12pm-4pm.
A garden wedding:
Reserve the Rose Garden for your special event by calling 206-233-7272.
For the dogs:
Dogs are allowed in the garden, but you are asked to keep them on a short leash.
Look Good:
Learn about the rest of the Woodland Park Zoo
Know Before You Go:
For something a little less buggy, explore the Woodland Park Rose Garden
The Extras:
After your visit to the dung beetle habitat, visit nearby Red Mill Burgers for burgers and onion rings. A bonus? Red Mill is a cell phone free zone.
When to Go:
Arrive early to snag a parking spot in the often-overflowing lots--and prime seating on the grass.
For the dogs:
Dogs are allowed in the garden, but you are asked to keep them on a short leash.
Know Before You Go:
Though the zoo keeps a limited number of tickets (which run about $12 to $18) on hand, it's best to buy Zoo Tunes tix at any Puget Consumer's Co-op (PCC) location. Nearly all concerts sell out, so buy early.
The Extras:
"Overnight Adventures" are available for groups. Be sure to call for more info.
Fun Fact:
Hansa, the Asian elephant--born in November 2000--is still perhaps the zoo's most popular resident. An expansive jaguar habitat that opened in 2003 is another big attraction. There's just one cat at the moment, but bigger plans for the space are in the works.
Look Good:
Learn about the rest of the Woodland Park Zoo
Know Before You Go:
For something a little less buggy, explore the Woodland Park Rose Garden
The Extras:
After your visit to the dung beetle habitat, visit nearby Red Mill Burgers for burgers and onion rings. A bonus? Red Mill is a cell phone free zone.
When to Go:
Late June through August is the best time to see the most blooms. They continue blooming through October.
Pruning advice:
The Seattle Rose Society invites the public to an annual rose pruning demonstration on Sunday, February 25th, 12pm-4pm.
A garden wedding:
Reserve the Rose Garden for your special event by calling 206-233-7272.
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