Easy to get to, usually uncrowded, and just the right size. Lots of space for the animals, but easy to walk around. Relatively inexpensive admission fee. Rides are an additional fee, but reasonable. Standard park food. Zoo Lights holiday light show from Thanksgiving to New Year's is very neat.
The Oakland Zoo is a non-profit organization, managed by the East Bay Zoological Society.
Founded in 1922 by Henry Snow, the Zoo has been located in its current Knowland Park location since 1936. Nestled in the rolling hills of 525-acre Knowland Park, the Zoo is located at 9777 Golf Links Rd., Oakland off Highway 580, and is home to more than 660 native and exotic animals.
•The Zoo is open from 10:00am to 4:00pm, during weekdays and weekends.
•In the event of inclement weather, the Zoo may be forced to close.
•Oakland Zoo is closed Thanksgiving day and Christmas day.
For general Zoo information: (510) 632-9525
Information on becoming a Zoo Member: (510) 632-9525 x152
Information about Zoo programs: (510) 632-9525 x200
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