Duration
5 hours
Best Time
Any time
Price
€€
Walking
Minimal walking
About Prague Zoo
Prague Zoo is consistently ranked among the top 10 zoos in the world and it deserves the ranking. Spread over 58 hectares on a hillside above the Vltava in Troja, the zoo specialises in conservation programs and has naturalistic enclosures that do not feel depressing. The Indonesian Jungle pavilion, the gorilla family, and the elephant valley are highlights. The chairlift (CZK 30) takes you to the upper section with panoramic views. CZK 320 adults, CZK 220 children. Allow 4-6 hours. It is genuinely good enough to justify half a day.
Insider Tips
CZK 320 adults, CZK 220 children 3-15. Take bus 112 from Nádraží Holešovice metro station. Arrive at opening (9 AM) to see active animals and avoid afternoon crowds. The chairlift to the upper section is CZK 30 and saves a steep climb. The Indonesian Jungle pavilion and the gorilla family are the highlights. Bring your own food, the on-site restaurants are mediocre.
Getting There
Skip the queue: Book tickets online to avoid the ticket line.
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan for about 5 hours.
Prague Zoo is in the Holešovice neighborhood of Prague. The address is U Trojského zámku 120/3, 171 00 Praha 7, Czechia. The area is well-served by metro.
This works well at any time of day, though mornings tend to be quieter. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends.
Comfortable shoes are recommended. Parts are outdoors, so bring a light layer.
Nearby in Holešovice
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