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.

📜 Jihlava Zoo, a zoological garden in a picturesque valley of the Jihlávka Stream, is home to over 1,500 animals from 260 species.
🔍 Established in 1957 and officially recognized as a zoo in 1982, it is a member of WAZA, EAZA, and other international conservation organizations.

Why Go

🐒 Discover the largest collection of clawed monkeys in the Czech Republic and the only babirusa in the country.
🐅 Encounter endangered species like Sumatran tigers, Persian leopards, and Malayan sun bears, with 32 species on the IUCN Red List.
🌍 Explore themed expositions such as the African village Matongo, Asian park Hokkaidó, Hacienda Escondido, Australian Farm, African Savannah, and a new Reptile Pavilion.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy a non-traditionally designed children's corner with slides and climbing frames, or visit the nearby rope centre PraLEZ.
🦉 Experience special late evening tours with a zoologist to observe nocturnal animal behavior.
📚 Participate in diverse educational programs for schools, seniors, and unique "Keeper for a Day" experiences.

Why Avoid

🚫 Dogs are not permitted inside the zoo, except for service animals.
🚶‍♀️ Some rare and endangered nocturnal species may be overlooked during regular daytime visits.

⏰ Hours

May - September: 8:00 – 18:00
April, October: 9:00 – 17:00
November - March: 9:00 – 16:00
The zoo is open 365 days a year.

💲 Cost

Adults: 180 CZK
Children (3-15 years) & Students (15-26 years): 120 CZK
Seniors (60+): 130 CZK
Children under 3 years: Free
Payment by card (Visa, MasterCard) and various vouchers is accepted. Euros are not accepted.

♿ Accessibility

Wheelchairs are available for loan at the main ticket office (300 CZK deposit).
A special key for the wheelchair platform at the giraffe enclosure is available (200 CZK deposit).

🚌 Getting There

The zoo is just a 10-minute walk from downtown Jihlava.
Public Transport: Take Bus Line C or Trolleybus Line A to Masarykovo náměstí, then walk.
Summer Zoo Line: A free bus service operates during summer holidays and weekends.

🅿️ Parking

Paid parking is available in front of the main entrance.
Cars: 150 CZK
Buses: 400 CZK (notify in advance)
Bicycle stands are available at entrances, and secure cykloboxes with e-bike charging are at the main ticket office.

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