Breathe in the fresh air. Feel the sunbeams kiss your skin. Discover the beauty of some of the world’s most beloved animals while you learn more about them. Get ready for a unique adventure outdoors when you embark on the perfect day trip in Pennsylvania.

Stretched across 29 acres and home to 275 animals, the Lehigh Valley Zoo welcomes visitors all year around.

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Journey through the zoo and marvel at the tranquil scenery while getting an up close look at the many adorable residents, including…

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Endangered African penguins who are always ready to pose for the perfect photos. Smitten zoo visitors can keep track of the popular penguins through the zoo’s Penguin Cam, which goes live every day during regular zoo hours.

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Snap a few pictures of Tuxster, the zoo’s official mascot and…

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Watch the otters as they dive into the water during feeding time and keepers as they…

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Feed the animals, including the giraffes.

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Stop to let the kids play at Preston’s Pad, a picturesque children’s area that features colorful flowers and walking paths, then…

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Head to the Bison Prairie Grill or the Blue Ribbon General Store for a meal or a snack to allow you time to rest before you continue exploring.

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The Lehigh Valley Zoo offers a plethora of activities to patrons of all ages throughout the year, including community programs, children’s summer camps, school holiday camps, a nature club, and overnight visits.

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Help the zoo fulfill its conservation mission by volunteering, by purchasing an annual zoo membership, or by adopting your favorite zoo animal. Adopters receive a stuffed animal, an adoption certificate, a photo of the adopted animal, and admission to the zoo for two children.

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Celebrate your child’s birthday - complete with the party room (shown below) - at Lehigh Valley Zoo, which promises a two hour party, all-day zoo admission, and a coupon to the Nature Store.

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Lehigh Valley Zoo hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including Ground Hog Day, World Penguin Day, Boo at the Zoo, and the popular Winter Lights Spectacular.

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Plan your trip to Lehigh Valley Zoo, which features both winter and summer hours. The zoo welcomes guests from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. from November 1 through March 31 and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. from April 1 to October 31 annually.

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Lehigh Valley Zoo 5150 Game Preserve Road Schnecksville, PA 18078 610-799-4171 Click here for more information.

Spend a day outdoors among the animals at Lehigh Valley Zoo when you hit the road on the perfect day trip in Pennsylvania. And, if you love animals and unique experiences, you’ll definitely want to visit Wolf Sanctuary in Lititz.

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