Bošovice Parrot Zoo
Papouščí zoologická zahrada Bošovice
Europe's only parrot zoo, located southeast of Brno, houses nearly 60 species in spacious aviaries. It also features a children's zoo and educational programs.

📜 Located southeast of Brno in Bošovice, the Bošovice Parrot Zoo is Europe's only parrot-focused zoo. It was officially founded in 2008 by the Škrhák family, building on Vlastimil Škrhák's parrot breeding since the late 1960s.
🔍 The zoo houses nearly 60 species of parrots from three continents in over 80 spacious aviaries.

Why Go

☀️ Explore unique exhibitions with nearly 60 species of parrots, including South American amazons, macaws, and the smallest parrot species.
🏄‍♀️ Visit the children's zoo, opened in spring 2023, featuring guinea pigs, rabbits, Ouessant sheep, goats, and a red-necked wallaby.
🎾 Enjoy commented tours, educational programs for all ages, and the opportunity to become a zookeeper for two hours.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for families with children, offering a children's contact zoo and a playground.
🎶 Regular public events are organized, and there's an ornithological educational trail and a pond with goldfish.

Facilities

🍽️ Refreshments are available at Café Kakadu and the summer palm bar in the rear part of the zoo.

Getting There

🚗 Accessible by car from Hustopeče (less than 23 km) via Kurdějov, Diváky, and Velké Hostěrádky.
🚌 By bus, take line 541 to Klobouky u Brna, then transfer to line 610 directly to Bošovice.

Managed By

🤝 Founded by the Škrhák family.

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Parrot ZooZoological GardenAnimal ParkFamily FriendlyEducational ProgramsChildren's ZooAviary