Rick J.
7/17/2025
YELP SHORT ANSWER: REVISIT, Visit and Enjoy no matter if you're a local been there done that kind of person, or anyone visiting. It is a unique zoo and it is so much more than looking at animals,...
The Living Desert
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47900 Portola Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is a nonprofit, accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, ensuring the highest standards of all aspects of animal care, education, conservation, public service, and operations. The Zoo is active in conservation research, habitat protection, breeding programs and education initiatives around the world, as well as in its own community. The Zoo has been a top attraction in the Palm Springs area for nearly 50 years. The Living Desert is located at 47900 Portola Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260. Please note, all non-member tickets to The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens must be pre-purchased online or at the self-service kiosks near the Zoo entrance.
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4.51,542 reviews
Jeanne L.
9/26/2025
Love coming here in the mornings. It is a perfect morning walk where you get to see all the amazing animals. It is very beautiful. The down side Ive experienced lately is the new staff, they...
Nastashya S.
7/11/2025
Honestly love it here. The staff is always great ! So many activities for kids and so many different animals. My son loves the splash pad. Get a membership !!!
Jessica S.
9/25/2025
First time visiting and we loved it. It's not so big that you need all day but we spent two hours and it was just enough. Might have stayed longer had it not been so hot but we still enjoyed it....
Shawna C.
6/16/2025
We have been here twice now and I have had a great experience both times. The staff here is so friendly. I love that the zoo is never too crowded (so far anyway) and that you can really visit the...
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