ZOO Plzen

The Pilsen Zoo opened its gates for the first time in 1926 near the town center in Doudlevce. It was founded by the Iris Association of Aquarists. Since 1963, the Pilsen Zoo has been in its present location in the Lochotín town part.

The Pilsen Zoo have giraffes and Pygmy Hippos since 2010. The world of beasts of prey represents a vast collection of species, for example Barbary Lions, Siberian Tigers, Snow Leopards, Brown Bears, mongooses or some representatives of canine. Apes can also be seen in our zoo, ranging from chimpanzees, gibbons, guerezas, marmosets and over ten species of lemurs in the Madagascar pavilion. The Pilsen Zoo also offers zebras, camels, bisons, antelopes, porcupines, 9 species of kangaroos or domestic animals in our farm. As for birds, you can admire emus, penguins, hornbills and another almost 300 species. The Pilsen Zoo have always been rich in reptiles and at present we keep giant turtles, monitors, crocodiles and a numerous collection of poisonous snakes was introduced in 2015 in a newly reconstructed tropical pavilion.

Fast food and warm lunches can be bought in our restaurants and snack bars. All of them are opened in summer. During winters they take turns so that at least two are available.

The Pilsen Zoo offer visitors also a healthier drink alternative in a form of stylish drinking spots with water.

The Pilsen Zoo has also few great playground areas for children, like DinoPark and Squirrels playground.