Plzeň Zoo & Botanical Garden
Zoologická a botanická zahrada města Plzně
One of the most species-rich zoos in the Czech Republic, combining zoo and botanical garden, and home to Dijarski Farm, a restored Bohemian village farm.
The zoo sits on a hillside to the north of the city. It houses around 7,000 animals from more than 1,300 species. The Asian and African sections, the Indian rhinoceros and the tropical house are especially popular, and plants and animals are displayed together in beautifully landscaped grounds. The affiliated Dijarski Farm shows traditional Bohemian rural life and domestic animals. Admission costs about 200 CZK, and a half-day visit is recommended. Tram rides from the city center take about 10 minutes.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–19:00 (until 17:00 in winter)
Nearby sights
- Patton Memorial Pilsen
- Great Synagogue of Plzeň
- Techmania Science Center
- Adolf Loos Interiors in Plzeň
- St. Bartholomew Cathedral
- Puppet Museum
- Republic Square & Town Hall
- Franciscan Monastery & Church of the Assumption