How to get to Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington by bus or metro?

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Directions to Smithsonian National Zoological Park (Washington) with public transportation

The following transit lines have routes that pass near Smithsonian National Zoological Park

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How to get to Smithsonian National Zoological Park by bus?

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How to get to Smithsonian National Zoological Park by metro?

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Metro stations near Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington

  • Dupont Circle Metro Station,1 min walk,
  • Columbia Heights,31 min walk,

Bus stations near Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington

  • Connecticut Av Nw+Zoo Entrance,1 min walk,
  • Cathedral Av Nw+29 St NW,7 min walk,

Bus lines to Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington

  • L2,North To Chevy Chase Circle,
  • 96,East To Capitol Heights,
Questions & Answers

  • What are the closest stations to Smithsonian National Zoological Park?

    The closest stations to Smithsonian National Zoological Park are:

    • Dupont Circle Metro Station is 4 yards away, 1 min walk.
    • Connecticut Av Nw+Zoo Entrance is 27 yards away, 1 min walk.
    • Cathedral Av Nw+29 St NW is 552 yards away, 7 min walk.
    • Columbia Heights is 2651 yards away, 31 min walk.

  • Which bus line stops near Smithsonian National Zoological Park?

    L2

  • Which metro line stops near Smithsonian National Zoological Park?

    METRORAIL RED LINE

  • What’s the nearest metro station to Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington?

    The nearest metro station to Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington is Dupont Circle Metro Station. It’s a 1 min walk away.

  • What’s the nearest bus stop to Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington?

    The nearest bus stop to Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington is Connecticut Av Nw+Zoo Entrance. It’s a 1 min walk away.

  • What time is the first metro to Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington?

    The METRORAIL GREEN LINE is the first metro that goes to Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington. It stops nearby at 5:17 AM.

  • What time is the last metro to Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington?

    The METRORAIL GREEN LINE is the last metro that goes to Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington. It stops nearby at 12:25 AM.

  • What time is the first bus to Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington?

    The 96 is the first bus that goes to Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington. It stops nearby at 5:09 AM.

  • What time is the last bus to Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington?

    The L2 is the last bus that goes to Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington. It stops nearby at 2:15 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare to Smithsonian National Zoological Park?

    The bus fare to Smithsonian National Zoological Park costs about $2.00.

  • How much is the metro fare to Smithsonian National Zoological Park?

    The metro fare to Smithsonian National Zoological Park costs about $2.00 - $6.75.

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Smithsonian National Zoological Park Address: Olmsted Walk, Washington, DC 20008, USA street in Washington

Smithsonian National Zoological Park, Washington
Smithsonian National Zoological Park, WashingtonThe National Zoological Park, commonly known as the National Zoo, is one of the oldest zoos in the United States. It is part of the Smithsonian Institution and does not charge admission. Founded in 1889, its mission is to "provide engaging experiences with animals and create and share knowledge to save wildlife and habitats".The National Zoo has two campuses. The first is a 163-acre (66 ha) urban park located at Rock Creek Park in Northwest Washington, D.C., 20 minutes from the National Mall by MetroRail. The other campus is the 3,200-acre (1,300 ha) Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute (SCBI; formerly known as the Conservation and Research Center) in Front Royal, Virginia. On this land, there are 180 species of trees, 850 species of woody shrubs and herbaceous plants, 40 species of grasses, and 36 different species of bamboo. The SCBI is a non-public facility devoted to training wildlife professionals in conservation biology and to propagating rare species through natural means and assisted reproduction. The National Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). The two facilities host about 2,700 animals of 390 different species. About one-fifth of them are endangered or threatened. Most species are on exhibit at the Rock Creek Park campus. The best-known residents are the giant pandas, but the zoo is also home to birds, great apes, big cats, Asian elephants, insects, amphibians, reptiles, aquatic animals, small mammals and many more. The SCBI facility houses between 30 and 40 endangered species at any given time depending on research needs and recommendations from the zoo and the conservation community. The zoo was one of the first to establish a scientific research program. Because it is a part of the Smithsonian Institution, the National Zoo receives federal appropriations for operating expenses. A new master plan for the park was introduced in 2008 to upgrade the park's exhibits and layout. The National Zoo is open every day of the year except for December 25 (Christmas Day), though it was closed for a long period during the COVID-19 pandemic. The zoo reopened following this on May 21, 2021.
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