Ostrava Zoo
Zoo Ostrava
Fee required
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
Explore Ostrava Zoo, the Czech Republic's second-largest, home to over 4,000 animals across 394 species, with extensive botanical gardens and family-friendly attractions on 100 hectares.

πŸ“œ Zoological garden and botanical park, second-largest in Czech Republic by area.
πŸ” Home to over 4,000 animals across 394 species and 450 plant species on 100 hectares.

Why Go

β˜€οΈ Explore diverse wildlife in natural enclosures, including monkeys, hippos, giraffes, and elephants.
🌳 Wander 6 km of botanical trails, featuring ancient trees, rhododendron parks, and greenhouses.
πŸ’ Visit the 'House of Evolution' for West African wildlife and the children's contact zoo.
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Enjoy numerous playgrounds and family-friendly attractions.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Be prepared for long walks due to the zoo's expansive 100-hectare layout.
πŸ• Dogs are strictly prohibited, except for assistance dogs.
🚲 No bikes, scooters, or similar wheeled transport allowed.

Cost

πŸ’° Adults 130-180 CZK (seasonal), discounts for children, students, seniors.

Hours

πŸ•’ Daily year-round, hours vary seasonally from 9:00-16:00 (winter) to 9:00-20:00 (summer).

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

On-site parking 100 CZK/day; free for severe disability permit holders.

πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Tours

Guided greenhouse tours available weekends from April, 11:00 and 14:00.