#1
Tilden Nature Area
“Took the family here. Was great weather. It was 101f in San Jose and only 76f here. Felt refreshing to get out of the heat and enjoy the hike and farm.” — Google review
Best Zoos in Daly City, CA
The 10 best-rated zoos in Daly City, CA average 4.7★ on Google across 25,170 reviews. Tilden Nature Area has the top rating (4.8★), and Oakland Zoo has the most reviews (14,394). Updated October 25, 2026.
10 companies that meet our bar: rated 4.5★ or higher on Google, with a meaningful review history (25,170 reviews combined) and currently operating. Request a call back and the company will phone you directly.
#2
California Trail at Oakland Zoo
“Amazing!!! Take the gondola and start here if you go to the Oakland Zoo.<br>There is also a fun play area for kids up here and a hands on center.” — Google review
#3
Mussel Rock Park
“The views from the top are amazing, especially to the north at night with a full moon.<br><br>Road in is rough and needs to be redone.” — Google review
#4
Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo
“Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo is a wonderful place for families with young children! The museum offers fun, interactive exhibits that encourage kids to explore, learn, and discover through hands-on activities. The…” — Google review
#5
Las Trampas Wilderness Regional Preserve
“Very Hilly terrain with a good mix of forested and exposed ~ Hella views, bring more water than you think you'd need. A lovely example of Conservation on the edge of the Bay Area. Will be back!” — Google review
#6
San Bruno Mountain State Park
“A magnificent natural park with rolling hills, scenic hiking trails, native wildflowers, and breathtaking views across San Francisco Bay. The diverse landscape and peaceful surroundings make it an excellent…” — Google review
#7
Knowland Park Open Space
“This is a main causeway for mountain lions, Bobcats and I'm assuming deer based on previous mentions. Came up on 2 fresh kills(Turkey, I believe.) at the trailhead my first visit. There's a petition to stop the…” — Google review
#8
Oakland Zoo
“We came here for Glowfari and it was amazing and super well done. Couldn't really see any animals because it was dark, but we saw the silhouettes of some giraffes and heard some lions roaring while in the gondalas…” — Google review
#9
CuriOdyssey
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐<br><br>CuriOdyssey is a wonderful place for families, especially those with young children! The interactive science exhibits are fun, educational, and engaging, encouraging kids to explore and learn through…” — Google review
#10
Insect Zoo
“Amazing exhibit. The giant wood cockroach and the giant African centipede was terrifying though; I would never approach those if it was not for the enclosed space. Otherwise though, the others were interesting and…” — Google review
How we pick zoos in Daly City
We scan Google Maps for zoo listings in and around Daly City, keep only open businesses whose main category matches the service, and require a Google rating of at least 4.5 from at least 20 reviews. Companies are ordered by a confidence-weighted score that balances rating and review volume. We do not accept payment for placement.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the highest-rated zoo in Daly City?
Tilden Nature Area has the highest Google rating on our Daly City list: 4.8 out of 5 from 1,611 reviews (as of October 25, 2026).
Which zoo in Daly City has the most reviews?
Oakland Zoo has the most Google reviews among the companies listed here: 14,394, with a 4.6★ average.
How are these zoos chosen?
Only open Daly City-area businesses whose Google category matches the service, rated at least 4.5★ from at least 20 Google reviews. They are ordered by a confidence-weighted score of rating and review volume. Placement is never paid.