Shymkent Zoo
Шымкент хайуанаттар бағы
One of Kazakhstan's larger zoos, with open grounds, an African section and a reptile house, good for family outings.
The zoo lies in the northern part of the city, next to the dendropark. Its large grounds are well landscaped. It houses African animals such as lions, giraffes and zebras, as well as Central Asian native species including snow leopards, argali sheep and birds of prey. There is also a reptile house. Admission is inexpensive, and the park has play equipment and snack stands. Families with children should allow half a day, which can be combined with the neighboring dendropark. It is about a 15-minute taxi ride from the city center.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–19:00
Nearby sights
- Shymkent Dendropark
- Museum of Victims of Political Repression
- Ken Baba Ethnopark
- Shymkent Central Park
- Regional Museum of History and Local Lore
- Ordabasy Square
- Independence Park
- Shymkent Citadel