Al Ain Zoo
حديقة الحيوانات بالعين
One of the largest zoos in the Middle East, home to Arabian oryx, giraffes and white rhinos, with an African wildlife park and a desert learning centre.
The zoo covers about 900 hectares and houses thousands of animals, including local species such as the Arabian oryx and desert gazelle, and African animals such as lions, giraffes and hippos. The حديقة الحيوانات بالعين (Al Ain Zoo) includes the Al Ain Wildlife Park, where visitors can ride through large open-range enclosures. The Zayed Desert Learning Centre explains the natural environment of the UAE. Bird shows and giraffe feeding sessions are also on offer. Admission starts from about 30 dirhams, and the wildlife park requires a separate ticket. Located toward Jebel Hafeet, it is well suited to a full day with children.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–20:00 (summer hours)
Nearby sights
- Al Jahili Fort
- Al Ain Palace Museum
- Al Ain Oasis
- Qasr Al Muwaiji
- Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Mosque
- Al Ain National Museum
- Al Murabba Fort
- Green Mubazzarah