For those fascinated by all things furry, fuzzy and even scaly, Los Angeles won't disappoint. From Santa Monica to Santa Ana, zoos and aquariums abound. Always fun yet educational, these family-friendly destinations are definite crowd-pleasers. Plus, for less than a trip to Sea World, some offer live whale watching tours!
Los Angeles | Zoos and Aquariums
- Aquarium of the Pacific
- Home to more than 12,500 animals and over 500 species, Aquarium of the Pacific provides an in depth out-of-water experience.
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- Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
- Most aquariums offer people a glimpse into a mystifying underwater world, but few allow visitors to partake in the research conducted by real-life marine explorers: the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium does just that.
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- Los Angeles Zoo
- Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! The famed Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens, founded in 1966, is located in Los Angeles' historical Griffith Park and is owned and operated by the City of Los Angeles.
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