Jihlava Zoo
Zoologická zahrada Jihlava
Fee required
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
Jihlava Zoo is a popular zoological garden in the Czech Republic, home to over 1,500 animals across 260 species, including many endangered ones. It is the most visited site in the Vysočina Region, known for its specialized breeding programs.

📜 Zoological garden in a picturesque valley of the Jihlávka Stream, near city center.
🔍 Home to over 1,500 animals from 260 species, specializing in big cats, monkeys, and reptiles.

Why Go

🐒 Discover largest collection of clawed monkeys in Czech Republic, only babirusa.
🐅 Encounter 32 IUCN Red List endangered species like Sumatran tigers, Persian leopards.
🌍 Explore themed expositions: African village Matongo, Asian park Hokkaidó, Australian Farm.
📚 Diverse educational programs, "Keeper for a Day" experiences, evening tours.

Why Avoid

🚫 Dogs not permitted inside, except service animals.
💤 Some nocturnal species may be overlooked during daytime visits.

Cost

💰 Adults 180 CZK, children/students 120 CZK, seniors 130 CZK.

Hours

🕒 Daily, 8:00-18:00 May-Sep, 9:00-17:00 Apr/Oct, 9:00-16:00 Nov-Mar.

♿ Accessibility

Wheelchairs available for loan (300 CZK deposit).
Special key for giraffe enclosure platform (200 CZK deposit).

🅿️ Parking

Paid parking at main entrance. Cars 150 CZK, buses 400 CZK.
Bicycle stands and secure cykloboxes with e-bike charging available.