Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, Zoo and aquarium in Highland Park, Pittsburgh, United States
Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium is a zoological park in Highland Park, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, housing more than eight thousand animals from all continents. The grounds span 31 hectares (77 acres) with themed areas such as African savanna, Asian rainforest and an aquatic world featuring sharks and penguins.
The park opened its gates on June 14, 1898, as one of the first zoological gardens in the United States. The aquarium section was added only in 1967 and later completely renovated to meet modern standards for marine life.
The aquarium displays a 180-foot tunnel made of acrylic where sharks and rays swim overhead while guests walk through. Outside exhibits house grizzly bears and Amur tigers that visitors can watch through large viewing windows.
Access is via Pennsylvania Route 8, from where the site is well signposted and offers a large free parking lot. Those who come early in the morning find quieter paths and more space at enclosures with feeding times in the morning.
Two rescued bald eagles named Justice and Liberty live in the American Heritage area and cannot fly because they were found injured. The macaroni penguin Mickey turned forty in November 2024, making him one of the oldest of his kind in human care.
Location: Pittsburgh
Inception: June 14, 1898
Fee: Yes
Address: One Wild Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:30-16:00
Phone: +14126653640
Website: https://pittsburghzoo.org
GPS coordinates: 40.48400,-79.91800
Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:12
The aquariums and marine centers in the United States offer experiences where you can explore the underwater world. You will see colorful fish, big sharks, and fascinating whales, each in their own space. These places are set up with tanks that show different ocean environments, from coral reefs to...
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