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Zoo Businesses and Services
Zoos, or zoological gardens, exist in many forms all over the world. The first zoo showing wild animals from exotic locations to the public was opened in London Zoo, in 1828.
Zoo now often incorporate landscape immersion, where the animals' natural environment is recreated in their enclosures.
Modern zoos range from safari parks, where visitors drive through vast areas, seeing animals in the open range, to petting or childrens' zoos, where children can hold or stroke domestic and farm animals. Zoos also include aquariums, animal sanctuaries, animal theme parks, bird parks and reptile parks, and there are even butterfly zoos.
Zoo visits are fun, entertaining and educational, so wherever you are, visit your local zoo.
Zoo Businesses and Services
Tropical World2018-11-25
Located in Letterkenny, County Donegal, Ulster, Ireland
Tropical World in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, Ireland is a mini zoo and tropical butterfly house ideal for an amazing day out with family and friends. The hundreds of tropical butterflies will delight, they come in all shapes and sizes in free flight, and there are exotic bird aviaries with beautiful birds from around the globe, as well as lemurs and miniature monkeys, racoons, meerkats and more. Tropical World also features Jurassic Land and Bug World with a collection of bugs, spiders and live insects, and there's a play area, and on-site cafe, they also are disabled friendly so all are welcome, come for an unforgettable visit.READ MORE
Secret Valley Wildlife Park2018-11-08
Located in Wexford Bay, County Waterford, Munster, Ireland
Secret Valley Wildlife Park in Wexford, Ireland, is a family run zoo and wildlife park set on fourteen acres of stunning countryside that provides a safe home and haven for more than 200 animals. Our zoo and wildlife park offers something fun and interesting for visitors of all ages, with outdoor activities that include pony rides, quad biking, arts and crafts, feeding of kid goats, treasure hunts and ecology based field trips. Picnic benches dotted around the park are ideal for enjoying picnics, and we also offer indoor play area and an outdoor play area that includes a fun obstacle course. And for a refreshing break, Valley Cafe onsite at Secret Valley Wildlife Park offers a choice of hot and cold meals, beverages and sweets.READ MORE
Jardin Zoologique Tropical2018-10-24
Located in La Londe-les-Maures, Var, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France
The Jardin Zoologique Tropical in La Londe-les-Maures, Var, France welcomes you to come discover plants and animals from all over the world, over their more than 5 hectares. This zoo and botanical garden boasts more than 250 animals including squirrel monkeys, lemurs and tropical birds, and exceptional exotic flora will delight, they are known to be an important center for the protection of endangered animal species. Each year at the Jardin Zoologique Tropical, dozens of animals are born and raised, and they leave the raising of the young to the expert care of their parents in keeping with their natural behaviour. When the offspring reach adulthood, they join their peers in other animal parks in France or abroad, these exchanges are intended to conserve species that often become rare in nature. There are several rock gardens with succulents, Mexican gardens, bamboo groves and palm groves creating a tropical atmosphere as well, a unique setting far from the equator. Jardin Zoologique Tropical is a must visit complete with fun and education.READ MORE
Zoa Parc Animalier et Botanique2018-10-12
Located in Sanary-sur-Mer, Var, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France
Zoa Parc Animalier et Botanique in Sanary-sur-Mer, France is a zoological garden that will enchant young and old, and here they showcase many species of birds and small mammals, including exotic animals and small cats, wallabies, meerkats and more. There is also a mini farm with Senegalese goats, alpacas, donkeys and guinea fowl, the chickens and peacocks walk freely in the park and will delight everyone, they also have reptiles, parakeets, cranes, red flamingos, macaws and more. The Zoa Parc Animalier et Botanique also features several hundred plant species, from tropical to cactuses and succulents, and the greenhouse and garden is populated with Mediterranean species. They offer animated tours with facilitators and the feeding of animals, and cater to birthdays and creative workshops, groups are welcome, come discover all the adventures the park has to offer.READ MORE
Bandung Zoo2018-10-03
Bandung Zoo in Bandung, Indonesia, is spread over an area of about 14 hectares with a delightful garden park that creates a stunning, green environment in which our animal attractions are housed. Our zoo is a long standing, popular tourist attraction that is home to an interesting selection of more than 800 animals that include reptiles, fish, apes and mammals. Our animal carers also provide entertainment with various animal shows, and we provide selected areas for photo opportunities with some of the animals. Also available at Bandung Zoo is horseback riding, elephant rides and camel rides.READ MORE
Dresden Zoo2018-07-17
Located in Dresden, Saxony, Free State of Saxony, Germany
Dresden Zoo in Dresden, Germany, is an exciting zoo and popular attraction that animal lovers of all ages will enjoy visiting as there is something fun and interesting that will appeal to young and old. At the zoo you can learn interesting facts about conservation of different species, protection of the environment and not forgetting our many inhabitants. Our guided tours are conducted by informative zoo scouts and will take you through the Zoological Gardens and behind the scene looks in an animal section. Dresden Zoo, home to over 1700 animals and more than 270 species, is a great venue for hosting fun birthday parties and our onsite zoo shop is stocked with cuddly animals, wooden toys and many other souvenirs.READ MORE
The Saint Louis Zoo2018-06-13
Located in St. Louis, Greater St. Louis, Missouri, United States
The Saint Louis Zoo in Saint Louis, Missouri, with an innovative approach to wildlife conservation, research, animal management and education, is a popular zoo that provides fun, affordable and interesting outings for family and friends. Set on 90 acres in Forest Park, our zoo, that was established in 1910, has been attracting thousands of visitors annually and is home to many species of animals, many of which are endangered and rare. Staff of The Education Department at The Saint Louis Zoo include a zookeeper, zoo docent and educational interpreter and these staff members are always on hand to offer fascinating programs, educational experiences and relevant information.READ MORE
Curacao Zoo2018-05-22
Located in Curacao, Lesser Antilles, Antilles, West Indies
Curacao Zoo in Curacao, West Indies, was originally established in 1942 as a botanical garden, and soon grew into a popular zoo that offers visitors fun, enjoyable and stimulating days spent viewing animals in enclosures that are naturalistic and modern. We are committed to ensuring that all visitors to our zoo have an interesting and stimulating experience with an increased understanding of the exotic animals, especially endangered species. Established in 1990, Friends of the Curacao Zoo fully supports the vision and mission of our zoo, and assist with funding, educational programs and also arranges volunteers who are committed to assisting the zoo where possible. READ MORE
Rostock Zoo2018-03-23
Located in Rostock, Warnemuende, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany
Rostock Zoo in Rostock, Germany, has been a home and safe haven for thousands of animals since the zoo was established in 1899, and today our furry residents include 380 different species from around the world. Set in a park-like landscape, our zoo features many ornate sculptures and statues that you will see as you enjoy leisurely walks through our gardens filled with many treasured trees. A large outdoor enclosure is home for lions, snow leopards and jaguars and the large open spaces ensure comfortable movement for these big cats. Rostock Zoo offers fun, informative and interesting guided tours conducted by knowledgeable tour guides who will regale you with fascinating animal stories as well as a day in life at the zoo.READ MORE
Yalta Krokodillyarium2018-03-08
The Yalta Krokodillyarium in Yalta, Crimea, Ukraine is a fascinating place to visit with jungle atmosphere, and ancient inhabitants fill this place, welcome to the fascinating world of the crocodile. Come for a unique visit, here they have crocodiles, caimans, snakes and reptiles, turtles and much more, come walk beside the most terrible predators in the world, and even get to feed them. The Yalta Krokodillyarium contains the largest species collection of ancient reptiles on the territory of Russia, and visitors can view species large and small from Nile crocodiles to African Tuber Crocodiles, Cuban crocodiles and more, there are pythons and iguanas, river and sea turtles and lizards, a must visit.READ MORE