📜 Zoological garden located on Svatý Kopeček, about 5 km from Olomouc, spanning 42.5 hectares. 🔍 Features an observation tower, safari train, a giant shark aquarium, and various animal exhibits. # Why Go 🦒 Explore diverse animal species (over 400) across geographical zones. 👀 Enjoy panoramic views of Olomouc and Jeseníky from the observation tower. 🚂 Experience a safari train ride for unique animal viewing. 🐠 Discover quality saltwater aquariums, including a giant shark tank. 🤸‍♂️ Kids can enjoy the 'Lanáček' rope center and multiple playgrounds. # Why Avoid ⏳ Expect long queues for tickets on weekends and holidays. 🅿️ Parking can be full during peak times. 🚫 Euros are not accepted for entry fees. 🐾 Dogs must be leashed, muzzled, and are not allowed in pavilions. ♿ Limited wheelchair access in some areas (e.g., macaque enclosure). # Tips 🎟️ Buy tickets online to avoid queues; online tickets are valid for 1 year. 🐕 Dogs allowed on leash with muzzle and fee. 🗓️ Observation tower closed January, February, November, and December. 🚶‍♀️ The observation tower has 128 steps to the top. # Cost 💰 Adults 130-160 Kč, children/students/seniors 100-120 Kč, dogs 100 Kč. Family and ZTP discounts available. # Hours 🕒 Zoo open daily year-round: Jan, Feb, Oct, Dec 9-16h; Mar, Sep 9-17h; Apr-Aug 9-18h. # 🅿️ Parking 🅿️ Multiple paid parking lots available (U Zoo, U Fojtství, U Ovčačky, U Macků, Radíkovská) with an intelligent system. Prices vary seasonally, from 20 Kč/hour to 100 Kč/day for cars, 400 Kč/day for buses. Free 30-60 min at some lots, ZTP free. Parking operates 8:00-18:00, free outside these hours. # 🍽️ Gastro 🍔 Multiple dining options available, including Restaurace Archa, Bistro U lemurů, Gril U lvů, and Restaurace Pod Věží. # 👶 Nursing Corners 🤱 Private and quiet nursing corners available. # 🚻 Toilets 🚻 Available throughout the zoo, including at the observation tower restaurant. # ♿ Wheelchair Access ♿ Most of the zoo, including pavilions and restaurants, is accessible. Macaque enclosure is not accessible.