The world-famous San Diego Zoo has been the gem of the city of San Diego for more than 80 years.  The San Diego Zoo enjoys world-renowned stature as a conservation institution, botanical garden and family attraction.  The Zoo is also proud of its prestigious accreditations by the American Association of Museums and the American Zoo and Aquarium Association. This two-hour tour includes a private three-mile guided tour, a visit to two off-exhibit areas and time to explore the grounds. During the off-exhibit portion of the tour, guests will visit either the Zoo’s Forage Warehouse (to see what goes into feeding all of the zoo residents every day), an animal bedroom or a spot meet exotic animals up close.

After the Behind the Scenes tour of the Zoo, guests will enjoy a gourmet lunch at Bertrand at Mister A’s, which offers modern fine dining American Cuisine with French and Mediterranean influences.  It was recently selected Best New Restaurant by San Diego Magazine and San Diego Restaurant Association. Gaze upon romantic Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo from the patio balcony surrounding the restaurant, and enjoy the most stunning view of our city’s skyline imaginable. At penthouse level, nothing tops it!