Spanning 100 acres in Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo is not only ... You'll need plenty of energy – and a map (or smartphone app) – to see everything the zoo has to offer.

Save money with a Balboa Park Explorer Pass, which offers discounts at park museums. – Sharael Kolberg Home to the renowned San Diego Zoo, this 1,200-acre park is the city's cultural hub.

The San Diego Zoo is located near downtown San Diego in Balboa Park. Yes, Balboa Park is huge — there’s tons to do there, including gardens and museums. The San Diego Zoo takes up just one ...

I was planning to enjoy the day at Balboa Park. The sprawling urban oasis boasts lots of museums, gardens and trails, and the San Diego Zoo ... pick up maps, and book tours.