Zoo visitors will need to follow a few unique steps to see the giant pandas, or try a new walking tour option
Xin Bao, the female Panda relaxes on the large wooden platform deck In her new habitat at the San Diego Zoo on Friday, Aug. 2, 2024 in San Diego, CA. Bao is one of two Pandas at the zoo from China. The zoo opens the Panda Ridge habitat to the public on Thursday Aug. 8th. and leases all giant pandas in U.S. zoos and for decades has lent out the animals as a sign of friendship or to strengthen national ties, a practice known as “panda diplomacy.
One is to obtain a complimentary timed ticket, which can be obtained day-of at the ticket booth when admission tickets are purchased or at various locations in the main plaza. The free timed tickets are set for every 15 minutes between 9:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. The tickets are on first come, first served. The zoo said “thousands” of timed tickets would be issued each day.
Another less sure way is to join a standby line in person. But the zoo notes on its website that standby does not guarantee “giant panda habitat access.” Those wanting more time with the pandas, and the ability to reserve a sure thing, can book an exclusive, 60-minute early morning walking tour.are a new option for panda watchers and will cost you. While zoo gates typically open at 9 a.m., the tours begin at 8:15 and 8:30. Tickets are $92 to $115 per person, depending on the day, and can be booked online or by calling 718-3000.Ahead of the panda debut on Aug.
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