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What to do and see in Bohemia, Czech Republic: The Best Zoos & Aquariums
Coordinates: 50°N 15°E / 50°N 15°E / 50; 15
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1. Zoopark Stezery
2. Zoocentrum Srdov
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
3. Prague Zoo
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4.5 based on 10,489 reviews
Prague Zoological Garden is situated near the center of the Czech capital, in a unique rugged landscape on the bank of the Vltava River. It opened in 1931 and during its existence of more than 80 years it has risen to become one of the most prestigious zoos in the world. Today, it is the second most visited tourist destination in the Czech Republic, just after Prague Castle. 5,049 animals and 676 species live in Prague Zoo. You can explore 13 pavilions and 150 exhibits over 58 hectares. The kids will love the Bororo Reserve, chairlift, mini-train, observation tower, paddling pool and Children’s Zoo. The pride of the zoo is its Elephant Valley, home to a sizeable herd of Asian elephants. The Giant Salamander House, where you can see the largest amphibians in the world – the critically endangered Chinese Giant Salamanders – is extraordinary as well; and the African House with an adjacent vast meadow inhabited by herds of antelopes and giraffes is worth your attention, too.
Reviewed By U1656LSdavidh - Billingham, United Kingdom
A great day, discount tickets (over 60) we got there and first saw the polar bear happily swimming around, and next enjoyed the Hippos swimming and playing, the elephants were sunning themselves, the giant tortoises were stamping around, but most impressive were the feeding lions and tigers, inside on display up close through the armoured glass. There were penguins, vultures, mountain goats, giraffes, but our highlight were the lions and tigers Fully recommended
4. Zoo Plzen
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4.5 based on 388 reviews
Reviewed By FarAway215723 - Pilsen, Czech Republic
Not too big zoo, but for children it is a pleasant distance, animals have a beautiful environment, interesting playground and plenty of rest places. An eye-catching exposition of the Czech river and farmhouse.
5. AKVA TERA
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4.5 based on 31 reviews
6. Zoopark Chomutov
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4.5 based on 112 reviews
We are the largest zoological garden in the Czech Republic. We specialize in breeding animals from the Palearctic realm, which covers the whole of Europe, the northern part of Asia, and the north of Africa, including the Sahara. We raise more than a thousand animals from almost 160 species, that also include fifteen endangered species registered in the European Endangered Species Programme. The zoological garden offers numerous activities for children, from a petting zoo, where you will find a number of climbing frames, to the Lanáček rope climbing centre and the very popular Amálka zoo train.
7. Safari Park Dvur Kralove
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4.5 based on 317 reviews
V Safari Parku Dvůr Králové vás čekají ty pravé africké zážitky – opravdové safari mezi volně se pohybujícími stády zvířat a jediné Lví safari ve střední Evropě. Pěší procházka vás poté zavede mezi největší skupinu žiraf chovaných mimo Afriku nebo k nosorožcům, jejichž chovem se dvorský safari park proslavil. Při tom budete moct obdivovat úžasné umění a kulturu černého kontinentu a nechat se unášet strhujícími rytmy africké hudby. Poznávání Afriky však nekončí ani po setmění. Projížďka večerním safari následovaná africkou večeří a noclehem v luxusních stanech či afrických bungalovech hned vedle žiraf, pakoňů a zeber - to je to pravé dobrodružství! Safari Park je otevřen každý den v roce a zejména v zimě oceníte velké tropické pavilony Ptačí a Vodní svět nebo pavilony pro šimpanze, okapi, šelmy či slony a další zvířata africké savany.
Reviewed By undercoverofthewrite
This combined zoo and safari park offers an African themed on site hotel. As a guest, you can visit the zoo and park up to ten o’clock at night. And it certainly enhances a visit to the zoo – being able to visit some of the more nocturnal animals as they get more active as the sun sets. Staying on site is thoroughly recommended and makes an excellent treat for families as children are well-catered for. The hotel, restaurants and zoo and park facilities have all been recently refurbished. Throughout the park, there are many play areas for kids and, near the Safari Park entrance, there is a fantastic adventure playground over several levels involving all kinds of rope walkways and climbing frames. It is well-designed and completely safe for all children over 4 or 5. The hotel, with its wood based décor, boasts an African theme to reflect the fauna focus of the zoo and park. There are a variety of accommodation types available. The room I stayed in with my family was based in a complex next to the reception area and was accessed via an external area surrounding a small, seasonal swimming pool. It involved a very short walk outside and up a spiral staircase. Due to the design of the building, it was an interesting shape and offered two rooms plus generous and well-equipped shower room. The hotel itself has an excellent restaurant whose menu includes a couple of vegetarian and vegan alternatives. There is also a state-of-the-art bowling alley for the grown-ups in the evening. With over 2,300 animals, the vast majority from Africa, there is a lot to see so an overnight stay, which includes zoo entry over two days, is a good idea. I have been to many excellent zoos around the world, but seldom can I remember a place where you can get so close, safely to so many animals. Particularly impressive are the chimpanzees and the gorilla next door, the multiple rhinos (the zoo is a world-leader in breeding rhinos in captivity and returning them to the wild) and the free roaming lions. Located a two hour drive east and slightly north of Prague, it is thoroughly recommended. A version of this review appears on undercoverofthewrite.com
8. ZOO Hluboka nad Vltavou
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By eliskakrenkova - Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic
This Zoo is small but very nice. Personal were friendly (only owner of the Parking is bad person). Is here many animals which is living in midlle Europe and all they have very nice places where they lives.
9. Castolovice Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By kucerovajana - Prague, Czech Republic
In 13th century built as a fortress in the marches, from 1588-1615 rebuilt into a Renaissance castle.The castle is in ownership of family Sternberg the end of 17th century till now - with two interruptions: the German occupation during the second world war and and confiscation in time of communist regime. During your visit you can admire the repaired courtyard frescoes, collections, park with wonderfull plants and minizoo.
