Guangzhou Zoo
广州动物园
A long-established city zoo in the center of town, with giant pandas, an aquarium and affordable tickets, making it a popular weekend spot for Guangzhou families.
Guangzhou Zoo was built in 1958 on Xianlie Middle Road in Yuexiu District. It is one of China's large urban zoos, housing about four hundred species, including the giant panda house, giraffes, Asian elephants, a lion and tiger mountain and an aquarium. Dense trees fill the grounds, and there is also a small amusement park. Tickets cost about 20 yuan, and the aquarium is charged separately. The zoo is open on Mondays too. Exit at Zoo Station on Metro Line 5. It can be combined with Huanghuagang Park and the Guangzhou Uprising Martyrs Cemetery on the same day, and it suits families or budget-minded visitors.
Opening hours
08:00–17:30
Nearby sights
- Mausoleum of the 72 Martyrs at Huanghuagang
- Luhu Park
- Grandview Aquarium
- Guangzhou Uprising Martyrs Cemetery
- Dongshankou & Xinhepu Mansions
- Huacheng Square & Zhujiang New Town
- Former Site of Guangzhou Peasant Movement Institute
- Guangzhou Opera House