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Smithsonian's National Zoo: free with an entry pass

Daily 8am–4pm through Mar 14 (8am–6pm Mar 15–Sept 14); last entry 1 hour before closing; closed Dec 25

Smithsonian's National ZooWashington

More than 2,100 animals across 163 acres in Rock Creek Park, including Asian elephants, Sumatran tigers and orangutans. Entry is free but everyone needs a free entry pass. Winter hours run 8am–4pm until March 14, with last entry an hour before closing.

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