📜 Established in 1931, Prague Zoo is a 58-hectare zoological garden dedicated to wildlife conservation and public education.🔍 Consistently rated among the best zoos globally, it houses over 5,000 animals from 676 species, offering diverse animal exhibits, educational programs, and special events. # Why Go 🐘 Explore vast naturalistic enclosures and 15 indoor pavilions with diverse exhibits.🦁 See rare animals like the Lord Howe Island Stick Insect.🐘 Experience unique programs like "Keeper For A Day".🌍 Support global conservation efforts for endangered species.👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy family-friendly events, facilities, and experience programs year-round.🎉 Attend seasonal events and workshops.🌳 Expansive 58-hectare area with 10 km of paths, new pavilions, and beautiful views. # Why Avoid ⚠️ Expect crowding during peak seasons and weekends.🚫 Some entrances and facilities close earlier than zoo closing time.🚶‍♀️ Large area requires significant walking, can be tiring.🚬 Smoking is prohibited throughout the zoo. # Tips 🗓️ Visit on Sunday or Tuesday for fewer crowds; Sunday is calmer than Saturday, Tuesday is least busy.🎟️ Purchase e-tickets online for cheaper prices, discounts, and to avoid queues.📅 Check seasonal opening hours for pavilions and attractions.🐾 Dogs allowed on leash, but restricted from pavilions and restaurants.☔ Explore 15 indoor pavilions during bad weather.🅿️ Luggage storage available at all entrances.🗺️ Consider purchasing a map as the zoo is extensive and has grown.🚠 Use the cable car to navigate between upper and lower parts of the zoo. # Cost 💰 Adults from 300 CZK, children from 200 CZK, families from 850 CZK (e-ticket prices). # Hours 🕒 Daily from 9 am; closing times vary seasonally: 4 pm (winter), 5 pm (early spring/late autumn), 6 pm (spring/early autumn), 7 pm (summer). # 🅿️ Parking 🅿️ Paid on-site parking for passenger cars (300 CZK/day) and coaches (400 CZK/day). ZTP/P free. Auxiliary park and ride at Blanka-Troja (100 CZK/day) available. # 🚾 Facilities 🚾 Toilets with changing tables and accessible options.📶 Free Wi-Fi, mobile charging, and ATMs.👶 Stroller, cart, and wheelchair rental available. # ♿ Accessibility ♿ Wheelchairs permitted; free rental wheelchairs and a chairlift are available. # 🐕 Dogs 🐕 Dogs allowed on leash (150 CZK fee) with vaccination card, but restricted from pavilions, restaurants, and children's areas. Tying spots available for dogs with muzzles.