Košice Zoo
ZOO Košice
A forest zoo covering nearly 290 hectares, the largest in Slovakia. It has a dinosaur park and long walking trails.
The zoo lies in the forest of the Kavečany Valley, north of the city. Its area ranks among the largest in Central Europe. The animal enclosures are spread across forested hillsides and include European species such as wolves, bears and lynx, as well as African animals. There is also a dinosaur-themed park and a children's area. Walking the whole zoo takes 3–4 hours, though you can ride the zoo's miniature train. A bus from the city centre takes about 30 minutes. It suits families with children.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–17:00 (extended hours in summer)
Nearby sights
- Košice Children's Historic Railway
- East Slovak Museum
- Slovak Technical Museum
- State Theatre Košice
- Hlavná Street & Singing Fountain
- Mikluš Prison
- Urban's Tower
- Hrnčiarska Street & Executioner's Bastion