About National Zoological Park

This is one of the best places to visit if you are an animal-lover. The animal closures are nicely maintained and the animals are well looked after here. You can see many different kinds of animals here. Choose between walking and seeing the animals, or take a train ride, which is an unique experience. The only thing is that the information is related in Spanish only. To see the main zoo, you need to go uphill, so the best option is to take the train ride. It's available every 20 minutes and you don't need to pay anything additional for this ride, as it's included in the ticket. There is an infant play area but it's advisable to avoid it, since there are a lot of mosquitoes and it's rocky. Take a rental or drive your own vehicle to visit this zoo. There is ample parking space. You can see elephants, tigers, lions, parrots, flamencos, snakes, lizards, crocodiles, and exotically coloured frogs and toads, all living in replicas of their natural habitat. The Zoological Park houses several species of animals including mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians, and you don't want to miss out on this experience to see them.

Must See

Train ride, Cassowary - a rare Australian bird, Snake area, Safari-style Yards

How to reach

By Carro Publicos:

It is 4 km from the city centre. It takes just 10 minutes to reach there.

Tips

  • Wear proper shoes, you need to walk down a steep hill while returning back.
  • Take a two-way transport, as you don't find transport properly here.
  • Stay alert, since this place isn't that safe.
  • Don't feed animals there. It is prohibited.
  • Carry drinking water to stay hydrated.
  • Take care of kids. It's better to keep them with you always.

Visit Time

Sunday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

No waiting time.

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

Adults: 100 DOP

Children: 60 DOP

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Time you can spend

3 hours

 

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Weather

Haze 32.1°C

 

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