Erbil Zoo Travel Guide
Free Guide: Discover Erbil Zoo: A family-friendly destination showcasing diverse wildlife and offering a fun, educational experience in the heart of Kurdistan.
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Discover Erbil Zoo: A family-friendly destination showcasing diverse wildlife and offering a fun, educational experience in the heart of Kurdistan.
Erbil Zoo, located in Kasnazan, is a popular destination for families and tourists seeking an escape into the natural world. Home to a diverse collection of animals, the zoo offers an engaging and educational experience for visitors of all ages, with both local and exotic species on display.
Opening hours
- Every day9 am–7 pm
Opening hours as listed on the venue’s Google Business Profile. Hours can change for services and special events, so check with the venue before you go.
- Address
- 65F6+64G، Unnamed Road, Kasnazan
Getting there
Public Transport
Taxi
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Overview
Erbil Zoo is a national and local tourism project committed to preserving animals, birds, plants, and herbs. Spanning a lush area in the Erbil Governorate, the zoo showcases a wide array of animal species in enclosures designed to mimic their natural habitats. This creates an immersive experience that promotes wildlife conservation awareness.The zoo is home to 200 different types of rare animals, birds, and reptiles. Visitors can see a variety of animals including lions, tigers, bears, monkeys, and various bird species. The zoo also features a protected area for animals that feed on plants, a protected area for zebras, and a bird protected area. Other attractions include an animatronic Dinosaur Forest Hall, an Erbil Mini Hall, and five Egyptian bird towers that provide shelter for thousands of pigeons. For those seeking recreation, there is a theme park with a water park and swimming pool.Erbil Zoo is dedicated to creating a family-friendly environment with green spaces for picnics and playgrounds for children. The zoo is open daily, providing ample time for visitors to explore and appreciate the natural world.
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