Celebrate the giant panda 50th anniversary! Make a gift today in honor of 50 years of giant panda care and conservation at the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute.
The Zoo is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Entry passes are required for all guests, including infants. As of March 11, 2022, visitors are no longer required to wear a face covering during their visit.
The Zoo is open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Zoo is free, but entry passes are required for all guests, including infants. As of Friday, March 11, visitors are no longer required to wear a face covering during their visit.
During peak visitation days at the Zoo, you may be greeted upon entry by one of the security personnel who will conduct a thorough but speedy hand-check of all bags, strollers, briefcases, purses and containers. You may also be hand-screened with an electronic wand. Because of the security measures, the lines for entry to the Zoo may be longer than usual during peak seasons and holidays. We ask for your patience, cooperation and assistance in keeping everyone safe.