An urban paradise for all ages the san diego zoo is a must see in southern california winding paths through the tropical oasis of a botanical garden bring you to more than 4 000 rare and fascinating animals including giant pandas orangutans tigers flamingos polar bears gorillas hippos komodo dragons and more come explore the zoos newest exhibit australian outback a home for our colony of 25 koalas and other aussie animals the festive lively atmosphere makes the san diego zoo a g