Play With Sea Lions At This Pittsburgh Zoo For An Absolutely Adorable Adventure

Going to the zoo always promises a good time. After all, we can watch the animals, all with their own personalities and beauty, as they play or sleep. We can stop by the aquarium to admire the penguins, the sharks, and the fish. And, we can treat ourselves to delicious food - from a cold snack to a full meal. Next time you go to the Pittsburgh Zoo, however, take your experience to the next level with a wild animal encounter.

Create unforgettable memories when you reserve a spot on one of the wild encounters at the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium.

You can meet one of several types of animals, including giraffes, elephants, giant anteaters, and a red panda.

But, today let's meet the absolutely adorable sea lions. Several California sea lions call the zoo home and are...

Often mistaken for seals. During your wild encounter will the sea lions, you'll learn more about them and their care.

Start your adventure by watching the sea lions swim and play in the water.

Then, follow the trainer to the sea lion beach, where you'll watch the sea lions go through a training session. (You might even get to see them eat.)

Of course, you'll want to snap plenty of photos, maybe even a selfie or two, during your wild encounter with the sea lions.

Sea lion encounters, which are a half an hour long, are held daily at 12:30 p.m. Adult and children's tickets are $60. Reservations are recommended.

Meet sea lions, giraffes, or elephants at the Pittsburgh Zoo, open daily from 9:30 a.m. 6 p.m.

Address: 7370 Baker Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15206

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