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Photo courtesy of Jeremy Dwyer-Lindgren/Woodland Park Zoo
Woodland Park Zoo
Type: Zoos
10Best Says
Woodland Park, known for its exceptional zoo, has a lot of other things going for it. Located on approximately 90 acres, the multipurpose park and recreation space is just southwest of Green Lake and... Read More
Woodland Park, known for its exceptional zoo, has a lot of other things going for it. Located on approximately 90 acres, the multipurpose park and recreation space is just southwest of Green Lake and north of the Fremont district. Separated into two parts by Aurora Avenue, the part on the west of Aurora is largely occupied by the Woodland Park Zoo, but it also has picnic space, a formal rose garden, open space and a play area for children. East of Aurora, you'll find an ideal spot for picnicking, and areas can be reserved. This zone features barbecues, woods, grassy hill, and trails. Woodland Park also offers walking paths, several playfields, tennis courts, lawn bowling, horseshoe pits, a skatepark and a large, wooded off-leash dog area.
Hours:
- Oct-Apr: Daily 9:30am-4pm
- May-Sep: Daily 9:30am-6pm
Admissions:
- Oct-Apr Adult (13-64) $11.50; Child (3-12) $8.50; Child (2 and under) Free
May-Sep Adult (13-64) $17.50; Child (3-12) $11.50; Child (2 and under) Free
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Corinne Whiting
Seattle Local Expert
- Outdoor Activities: "If you've never tried it, lawn bowling offers a unique new experience, and Woodland Park is home to a beautifully manicured set of lawn bowling greens. Check out the zoo's rockin' summer music series, which brings big-name acts to this urban oasis."
- Holiday Attractions: "Present your WildLights ticket at the gate between December 1 through 14, and receive 50% off daily zoo admission."
- Best Attractions & Activities: "During summer months, Zoo Tunes brings an incredible lineup of musicians to an alfresco concert series that is certainly worth a visit (or several!)."
- Things to Do with Kids: "If you're visiting in summertime, be sure to check out the concert line-up planned for the popular series Zoo Tunes. If you've never tried it, lawn bowling offers a unique new experience, and Woodland Park is home to a beautifully manicured set of lawn bowling greens at which to check out the relaxing and fun sport."
- Parks: "If you've never tried it, lawn bowling offers a unique new experience, and Woodland Park is home to a beautifully manicured set of lawn bowling greens at which to check out the relaxing and fun sport."
- Best for Outdoor Activities Because: Woodland Park, known for its exceptional zoo, is a multipurpose park and recreation space just southwest of Green Lake, located on approximately 90 acres.
- Best for Holiday Attractions Because: WildLights kicks off at Woodland Park Zoo November 24 and continues through January 1, bringing back Seattle's wildest holiday-time festival of lights.
- Recommended as Best Attractions & Activities Because: The Woodland Park Zoo brings more than 1,000 animals to a 65-acre space in urban Seattle.
- Best for Things to Do with Kids Because: Woodland Park Zoo shows off cute, furry creatures and their larger cousins in lovely a setting that replicates natural habitats.
- Best for Parks Because: Woodland Park, known for its exceptional zoo, also draws visitors to its 90 acres for recreational activities and summertime concerts.
