Smithsonian National Zoo Sensory Accessibility
Smithsonian National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute
Washington, District of Columbia - District of Columbia County
Source checked
Jun 1, 2026
Washington DC / Northern Virginia
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Map and directions
Based on the public address we found.
3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
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Quick answer
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Provider overview
Smithsonian National Zoo provides sensory and accessibility information, family resources, Aira Access, and requestable visitor supports for planning a DC zoo visit.
Smithsonian National Zoo is a free public zoo in DC with published accessibility and sensory information for visitors.
Quick facts
- Registration
- We did not find this in the public sources we checked
- Phone
- 202-633-2614
- We did not find this in the public sources we checked
- Ages
- Children, teens, adults, and caregivers visiting the Zoo, including visitors with sensory, mobility, hearing, vision, or communication access needs
- Season
- Year-round zoo access resources, with hours and entry rules changing by season
- Cost
- Zoo admission is free, but entry passes, parking, food, rentals, and some experiences may have separate rules or costs. Families should confirm current pass and parking requirements.
Location contacts
Public contacts that may help you reach the right office. Confirm before visiting.
The source lists 3001 Connecticut Ave NW and Visitor Services at 202-633-2614.
Programs and offerings
Source-linked details we found. Current options may differ, so confirm directly.
Accessibility and Sensory Information
Zoo visit planning resources for sensory, mobility, hearing, vision, family, and requestable accessibility needs.
- Ages
- Children, teens, adults, and caregivers visiting the Zoo, including visitors with sensory, mobility, hearing, vision, or communication access needs
- Season
- Year-round zoo access resources, with hours and entry rules changing by season
- Schedule
- Families should check the current Zoo hours and entry-pass rules before visiting; requestable accommodations may need advance notice.
- Cost
- Zoo admission is free, but entry passes, parking, food, rentals, and some experiences may have separate rules or costs. Families should confirm current pass and parking requirements.
How we checked this listing (1 public source)
Source notes only. They do not evaluate quality, safety, fit, or availability.
Listing check
- Last checked
- Jun 1, 2026
- Why this is listed
- Smithsonian National Zoo's official Accessibility and Sensory Information page describes sensory information and resources for families, service-animal rules, Aira Access, requestable accommodations such as sign language interpretation, CART, and audio description, and lists Visitor Services at 202-633-2614 and the Connecticut Avenue address.
- Sources used
- 1 public source
- Location contacts
- 1 public contact found
Program details we found
Accessibility and Sensory Information
Smithsonian National Zoo's official Accessibility and Sensory Information page describes sensory information and resources for families, service-animal rules, Aira Access, requestable accommodations such as sign language interpretation, CART, and audio description, and lists Visitor Services at 202-633-2614 and the Connecticut Avenue address.
Inclusion and support details
What the provider says: The source describes accessibility and sensory information, Aira Access, family resources, service-animal guidance, and requestable accommodations such as sign language interpretation, CART, and audio description.
Access notes to confirm: Families should confirm passes, parking, route grades, sensory expectations, restrooms, quiet places, lactation space, Aira Access, service-animal rules, and advance-request deadlines for interpretation or description services.
What we checked
What we found: Smithsonian National Zoo's official Accessibility and Sensory Information page describes sensory information and resources for families, service-animal rules, Aira Access, requestable accommodations such as sign language interpretation, CART, and audio description, and lists Visitor Services at 202-633-2614 and the Connecticut Avenue address.
We avoid ranking, recommending, evaluating quality, or making safety claims. Use the source links and contact the provider before enrolling.
Sources used
Public pages used for this listing.
- Government sourceSmithsonian National Zoo Accessibility and Sensory Information
Please confirm current details directly before enrolling.
What to confirm
- Openings, deadlines, cost, and cancellation rules.
- Ages, eligibility, forms, and first-visit expectations.
- Support model, staff preparation, supervision, and safety policies.
- Exact location, entrance, parking, equipment, and what to bring.
Questions to ask before you register
Use these as a starting point. They are not a quality rating or recommendation.
- Do you currently have openings, waitlists, deadlines, or intake steps?
- What ages, support needs, communication needs, mobility needs, or supervision levels can this specific program support?
- What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
- For sensory-friendly activities: what changes are made to sound, lighting, crowds, timing, quiet space, and re-entry?
- Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?
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Is Smithsonian National Zoo Sensory Accessibility reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?
No. This listing is informational and based on public sources. It is not a rating, ranking, quality review, or safety evaluation.
What information should families confirm with Smithsonian National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute?
Families should confirm current availability, registration deadlines, eligibility, support level, staff training, safety policies, cost, schedule, and fit before enrolling.
Where did the listing information come from?
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