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LA Zoo Reopens Today With Safety Precautions. Here's The List
Courtesy LA Zoo (Photo credit Jamie Pham)
The Los Angeles Zoo reopens to the public today for the first time since early December, when it closed its gates due to the statewide regional stay-at-home order.
Here are some of the measures in place:
- Masks: you can't tour the zoo without wearing one. Same goes for kids two and older. (You can buy an animal-themed one at the gift shop.)
- Everyone, even members, need to buy their timed-entry ticket online at www.lazoo.org/reopening. The last time of the day you can reserve is 3 p.m.
- As you navigate the one-way paths, you can't stroll and sip. All drinking and eating has to be done at a standstill.
- Kids aren't allowed to press their faces against the glass at the exhibits -- even touching the glass is a no-no.
- Some high-touch exhibits remain closed, as are the in-person presentations that normally draw a crowd.
- Keep your physical distance. The zoo says one zebra length should do it.
For more info and a full set of safety requirements, ticket info, and FAQ's, visit the zoo's reopening website.
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