Giant Pandas at the San Diego Zoo
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Giant Pandas at the San Diego Zoo! Visit them beginning Aug. 8, 2024
Plan Your Visit! Xin Bao and Yun Chuan are here!
On Aug. 8, 2024, there will be three ways to experience giant pandas at the San Diego Zoo
Zoo Hours Vary - Open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. through Sept. 1, and then hours change to 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily
Giant Panda Timed Tickets
Make the most of your day by securing a complimentary Giant Panda Timed Ticket when you arrive at the Zoo. Simply scan the ticket QR code located on signs posted throughout the Zoo, select an available time, and head to the Timed Ticket line at Panda Ridge at your designated time. You may also seek assistance with timed tickets at any Admissions Booth. Timed tickets are only available day of, on a first come, first served basis until the daily limit is reached. For more information on visiting Giant Pandas, please see the Frequently Asked Questions.
Standby Line:
No ticket is needed to join the standby line at Panda Ridge any time from 9:30 a.m. until giant pandas are off habitat or the Zoo closes, whichever occurs earlier. Wait times may vary. The standby line does not guarantee visitation to Panda Ridge and is first come, first served. For more information, please visit our
Frequently Asked Questions.
Early Morning with Pandas Walking Tour:
We offer a special 60-minute paid Early Morning with Pandas Walking Tour, where an expert guide will lead you to exclusive viewings of giant pandas. This tour is at an additional cost and is not included with admission. Reservations are required. You can make an advanced reservation for the Early Morning with Pandas Walking Tour by reserving online or calling (619) 718-3000.
