Spend an extra hour at the San Diego Zoo this holiday weekend

I can't think of a better way to spend the last weekend of summer than at the San Diego Zoo. Nighttime Zoo allows guests to stay until 9 p.m. and see the animals after dark; but during the upcoming holiday weekend, the San Diego Zoo will open one hour earlier - at 8 a.m. on September 1, 2, and 3

This will be the first time the San Diego Zoo has opened early specifically for a holiday weekend.

Guests who arrive early will be able to take bus tours starting at 8:15 a.m. and the popular Skyfari aerial tram will be open to take guests to the far side of the Zoo starting at 9 a.m.

The Skyfari is more than just a fast way to get from one side of the zoo to another. It is a relaxing ride that gives guests the opportunity to view the zoo grounds from high above. Not to mention the breathtaking views of the surrounding areas.
Best of all, the Skyfari lets you off right by the Polar Bears!




Opening an hour early will allow guests the opportunity to spend more time with the zoo’s animals and take part in the special Nighttime Zoo activities. I love Nighttime Zoo for many reasons and the family friendly atmosphere is one of them.

The Monkey Stilt Walkers are my favorite!

I can't choose just one favorite animal, but if there is one thing I can recommend that you don't miss while visiting the San Diego Zoo, it would be Tikal and Maderas - the baby jaguar cubs.