I have gone to Oakland Zoo since 1964, when I knew it as Knowland Park and Zoo. The Oakland Zoo has been in existence since 1922 in locations all over Oakland. It is hilly and has some steep inclines that may be too much for some, but it's perfect for a good day's jaunt as you follow your program map... more

As you can tell from their website they have a new Children's Zoo section at the Oakland Zoo. If you park in the lower lot you will be parked right next to the Children's Zoo section. We found parking down here easier than at the upper section. It is VERY hilly walking on the grounds at the zoo so don't... more

The zoo is small compared to typical zoos. But it's good for several hours. If you have kids that like monkeys, the zoo actually has a larger percentage of them than the typical zoo. I'd highly recommend going in the morning: - It's cooler and the animals are more likely to be out and about. In the heat, they tend... more

This relatively small zoo provided excellent value. It does not have any big spectacular exhibitions but the entrance fee reflected this. We were also positively surprised by the cafe, both price and quality. The only negative thig is that some of the animal quarters seemed to be a bit on the small side. There was a small fairgound ouside the... more