Philadelphia Zoo News and Events

ABOUT PHILADELPHIA ZOO: Animals are on the move like never before at Philadelphia Zoo with Zoo360, a first-in-the-world system of see-through trails passing through treetops, crossing over pathways, and connecting habitats, giving animals like amazing big cats, majestic primates, and marvelous meerkats the opportunities to travel and explore. Visit our new baby western lowland gorillas, giraffes, hippos, white rhinos, zebras, red pandas, Amur tigers, and more at America's first Zoo.

Philadelphia Arts Guide – Art Scene

Philadelphia, PA—Immediately after you visit The Rocky Steps, step inside the Philadelphia Museum of Art and wander around the more than 200 exhibitions, including over 227,000 items from all over the globe. From classical paintings to street artwork, Philadelphia is a mecca for anybody in love with art and artists.

Are There Bears in Pennsylvania?

Philadelphia, PA – For residents of Pennsylvania, seeing a black bear in their backyard or crossing the road is becoming increasingly common. The black bear, Ursus americanus, is among the state's most secretive and largest animals. With a population of around 20,000 in 2015, black bears are now present in 50 of Pennsylvania's 67 counties.