One of the suggestions would be that you apply for the Family Deluxe membership that you pay annually. You can also just pay the regular tickets at the counter before you enter the zoo, and tell the cashier you want to apply the amount you spent for those tockets for the "Family Feluxe" membership, at a later date. It's really a good deal. By being a member you can use your Philadelphia Zoo Membership to get a discount at another zoo nationwide.
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