Feel as though you’re in the middle of the Arctic Ocean as polar bears swim above and all around you. The Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium offers guests a unique way to view many of its animals, including the beloved polar bears. This underwater tunnel in Pennsylvania gives you a front row seat to one of nature’s most beautiful animals.
The Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium houses more than 4,000 animals on 77 acres in the Highland Park neighborhood of Pittsburgh.
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Stroll through the zoo to the Water’s Edge, a replica of a quaint fishing village that houses polar bears, sand tiger sharks, and sea otters.
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Sneak a peek at the polar bears as they swim and…
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Float in the chilled water. But, for a truly unique experience, head to the underwater tunnel.
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The 30-foot underwater tunnel promises an unforgettable way to watch the polar bears and sand tiger sharks as they swim, play, and lounge.
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Be forewarned, however, that the tunnel can become congested with visitors, especially when the polar bears are out to play.
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Kids can also get unforgettable views of the meerkats and the stingrays via the crawl through tunnels in other areas of the zoo.
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Snap photos of the polar bears in the underwater tunnel at the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium, open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium 7340 Butler Street Pittsburgh, PA 15206 412-665-3640 Click here for more information.
Watch the polar bears lounge and play along this underwater tunnel in Pennsylvania. For another truly unique experience, plan at trip to Elk Country, where you’ll drive alongside the local elk.
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