Philadelphia Zoo

A glimpse of the Philadelphia Zoo’s adorable babies. In April, the zoo welcomed its first baby of the boom, a Francois Langur named Lei. The baby comes months after another birth in December, baby Quý Báu. Because the species is...

Adults can enjoy the zoo with local beers & dinosaurs Philly’s back in action, with new beer gardens to enjoy. The Philadelphia Zoo is offering adults – whether with kids or friends – a Friday night out. The Friday Nights...

June 22nd-28th is National Pollinator Week, but Philadelphia Zoo employees urge visitors year-round to create natural spaces where pollinators can prosper. On its expansive 42-acre site, the Philadelphia Zoo is in the early stages of transforming manicured gardens and unused...

Animal conservation is more and more important... and seeing exotic  creatures up close doesn't always mean you have to leave city limits. As the Philadelphia Zoo is a must-see on any Philadelphian's list, their sustainability efforts are important too. The Philadelphia Zoo has been around for over 150 years. Back in the day an admission fee of 25 cents would get you a pass to see 1000 animals. Since the 1800s, the zoo has prioritized education and wildlife conservation in its mission. Over 1.2 million visitors annually have green opportunities. Find out more about the Philadelphia Zoo's Sustainability Efforts, after the jump!