The Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens Reviews

We went to the ZooLights on New Year's Eve (paid nearly $300) and it was so disappointing! The food was cold... ice cold, the steaks were raw, and only cooked on one side. It was inedible! Everything looked so hodgepodge and was 90% children. I love kids, but with the DJ playing nothing but children's games, it resembled a children's birthday party. I wouldn't have minded that as much if the food and entertainment would have been better, but it just looked half heartedly slapped together. I would not recommend it at all. Save the $300 and go to a really nice restaurant, instead.

I always love the LA zoo but his time was different. I went April 6th. For every 1 animal we saw there were 3 animal exhibits closed. It felt as if we paid to do alot of walking. In the end my 7 year old that every now and then happens to be a comedian says" mom we only came to see 6 animals and all that walking. I laughed at him but in a sense it felt true. I may try back later in the year.

It is a good place for children learn a lot to know the animals

Great zoo, but plan 6-8 hours to get around and see most exubits.went in October, not too busy and the kid loved it. I will be back.

Nice large zoo, a bit smelly, but it was almost 100deg. Recommended stop for families. Beware, lots and lots of walking, and hills too!!!!

LA zoo lights is terrible it's a waste of money. I'd rather go looking at lights around the neighborhood. Honestly Zoolights should be free

(pre-pandemic review) A hidden gem in LA. Ticket prices are reasonable and parking is free in the main zoo lot. We have passes and go all the time. They have a decent variety of animals! You can feed the giraffes for $5 (cash only) certain days/times which is a fun experience.

You can actually feed a giraffe or 5.
The best new attraction...!..& Flamingos too...!

Where are the animals? Most exhibits closed. Very disappointed.

Love all the animals, but the best were the reptiles and the elephants.

Lots of different kinds of animals but most of them are slepping so u cant really see them

There is nothing better than an afternoon at the zoo. The entire park is built around the elephant exhibits which are amazing to see up close. My personal favorite was the gorilla exhibits along with the black bear. The interesting part of the black bear enclosure is the depth of the pit relative to the animals jumping ability. I think if it really wanted to the black bear could escape.

Get the annual pass totally worth it had such a good time with my family all year!

New to the area and decided to check out the Zoo with kids. I was impressed with everything from the entry fee to animal showcase. It was also nice we were able to bring in a couple snacks and drinks.

Lots of fun, great exhibits, and very clean and well kept. I will be going back allot since I have a year membership. I only gave four stars because all the vendors closed before the park so we didn't get to try the churro sundae on our way out. That's the only thing I was bummed about.

He is very father to spend a family day and if you can spend with drinks .. Then if you save on drinks

Nice place.
Big parking....

A good place for children to have fun and adults too

Staff is friendly for Zoo Lights. Didn't try to sell us much. Still not super keen on lack of manners in crowd, but that's nothing on the zoo. Gave 4 stars because it's same as last year...just wanted a little variety.

It was really good and I really enjoyed it so much I might come here again some day because today was fun.

Wonderfull place, the habitats of the animals are big, bigger than regular zoos and very well done. The habitats of the macacus rhesus (monkeys) was one of my favourites you can feel their social behaviour live. It was christmas when I visited it, so the lights at night was marvelous. You got to get there very early in the morning if you want to visit all animals habitats the place is huge.

It was nice trip.but couldn't see some animals becouse they were hiding

Wonderful animals everywhere. Some exhibits were closed sadly, but it was still a great experience. The snow leopards were the most active and exciting.

Went to see LA Zoo lights. Really disappointed at the lack of light spectacles compared to other zoo light shows. Would not recommend to others, especially given the cost.

I had not been here in years but I went with my kids on a school field trip and I just love the place. Can't wait to take them back again. They love the hippos and got see them eat.

Great place to come and sketch the variety of animals! The zoo staff are extremely friendly, the zoo is well cleaned and organized.

I love seeking out the new animals at the zoo and learning about their backgrounds. They have such a wide range of animals that it really takes almost 3 hours to see everything. The trees are all In Bloom right now so it looks lovely.

Had a great time on mother's day with son and his wife and my grandson and my daughter and her boyfriend.....

Wonderful place just to walk and enjoy with the family.

These December days there are Christmas lights and a very nice water show.

I haven't been to the Los Angeles zoo in years. My understanding was that their a renovation going on. On Nov 08 I visited the zoo. Horrible, horrible. The vegetation was dry and dead, Elephants looked so sad. I was very disappointed The Los Angeles zoo got me for 22$. Dont spend your $.

All the animals were available for display. It was a nice experience to feed ther giraffes too.

Free parking lot, you can take your own food and drinks friendly staff animals well maintain

My whole family loves the la zoo! Take your walking shoes and get plenty of rest the night before. Hahaha

Wow, long time since I have been back. Got to see some animals & learn about some new ones!

We have a membership and it is so worth it. My sons love the zoo and it is so fun to spend an hour or two or maybe even the whole day. The animals seem very well cared for and there is so much to do.

...Could use a lot more animlas, but its still a staple here in L.A..!!

It's amzing zoo of LA .i like it .i will want to come in this zoo with my girlfriend. This jungle have good ideas .that's all nice way

Is was nice, i expected more lights for the price. However was nice and fun

A great zoo to spend the day. Prepare to do some walking as the zoo is very hilly. There are plenty of animals to see with some shows sprinkled in here and there. The elephants, bug house and chimp exhibits are fine additions. There is also a little kid park for children so parents can take a break. Great all around zoo.

Our kids have always loved this place with all the big animals here-elephant, lion, tiger, leopard, Chimpanzee, gorilla, giraffe, zebra etc. Also family membership is worth every penny since it's close by and we don't have to plan to go. Parking is free most days..

Good place to spend time with family. It's alot of walking, take tennis shoes !!

It's a good place to just get outside and walk around. A lot of the animals seem unhappy. I recommend San Diego Zoo instead.