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Kraków Zoo
Entertainment4.6 · 28 0164.1 · 567≈ 2 h 15 minEntry: ~40 PLN6.3 km from the center
One of Poland's historic zoological gardens, founded in 1929 amidst the protected Wolski Forest on Pustelnik Hill. Nestled beneath mature beeches and oaks, it is home to more than 1,400 animals across nearly 270 species. The zoo is renowned for its breeding programmes for endangered snow leopards, pygmy hippos, Asian elephants, red pandas, and Rothschild giraffes, offering a tranquil woodland walk among spacious natural enclosures.
Highlights
- Rare snow leopards, pygmy hippos, and red pandas
- Scenic setting inside the protected Wolski Forest
- Over 1,400 animals representing nearly 270 species
- Mini-zoo area where young children can feed tame animals
Opening hours
| Mon | 09:00 – 19:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 09:00 – 19:00 |
| Wed | 09:00 – 19:00 |
| Thu | 09:00 – 19:00 |
| Fri | 09:00 – 19:00 |
| Sat | 09:00 – 19:00 |
| Sun | 09:00 – 19:00 |
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