Tropical World Travel Guide
Free Guide: Discover a tropical paradise in Donegal: butterflies, exotic animals, and family fun await at Tropical World, Letterkenny.
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Discover a tropical paradise in Donegal: butterflies, exotic animals, and family fun await at Tropical World, Letterkenny.
Escape to Tropical World, a unique indoor zoo and butterfly house near Letterkenny, County Donegal. Experience free-flying butterflies, exotic birds, playful primates, and a host of other creatures in a climate-controlled environment, perfect for a family day out, rain or shine.
Opening hours
- Mon–Sat10 am–5:30 pm
- Sun1 pm–5:30 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
- Hazelwood House, Loughnagin, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal
- Phone
- Website
Getting there
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Overview
Tropical World, located just outside Letterkenny in County Donegal, is a captivating indoor attraction that brings the tropics to Ireland. Opened in 2011, this fully licensed zoo offers visitors an immersive experience with exotic animals and lush tropical plants.The star attraction is the butterfly house, where hundreds of colorful tropical butterflies flutter freely in a climate-controlled habitat. Visitors can also marvel at a variety of exotic birds, including lorikeets and toucans, in spacious aviaries. Tropical World is also home to playful primates like lemurs and marmosets, as well as meerkats, raccoons, and other fascinating creatures.In addition to the animals, Tropical World features Jurassic Land, with moving dinosaur models, and Bug World, showcasing a collection of insects and reptiles. The facility also includes an indoor play park, a café, a gift shop, and picnic facilities. Tropical World is part of Alcorn's Flower and Garden Centre, offering visitors the opportunity to browse a wide selection of plants and flowers.Tropical World is committed to education and conservation, providing information about the environment and the animals in its care. The facility is wheelchair accessible, making it a great day out for visitors of all ages and abilities.
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