In a new location, this most beautiful zoo in China was inaugurated in 1997. Previously, it was located in the very center of Dalian in a small area and its guests could not boast of special comfort. The new enclosures and exhibition pavilions of the Dalian zoo are made in full accordance with the modern requirements of international practice of keeping animals in captivity.
Dalian Forest Zoo
The zoo here is called Dalian Forest and cannot be compared with any other city attraction. The name of the zoo Dalian Forest Zoo is synonymous with the special comfort of its inhabitants.
Several thematic zones introduce visitors to the nature of Asia and other parts of the world, demonstrate the habits of bears and elephants, primates and big cats. Today the park is home to more than 200 representatives of 150 different species, including many rare and endangered ones.
Pride and achievement
The most favorite inhabitants of the park among visitors have long been giant pandas and Far Eastern tigers. In addition to the wildlife of Asia, you can see African zebras and giraffes, Australian kangaroos, South American llamas and northern polar bears in the enclosures.
The pride of the organizers of the Dalian Zoo is the bird kingdom, the diversity of which is represented by ostriches and flamingos, pelicans and ducks, herons and cranes.
How to get there?
The exact address of Dalian Forest Zoo, Xigang, Dalian, Liaoning, China, 116000. The easiest way to get to the entertainment is by public bus:
- N 525 follows from the station "Tsinniva" to the stop "Zoo".
- N 17 is convenient for those traveling from the Shaheku railway station.
- Bus number 4 can be reached from the Changchun Street stop.
Buses 526, 407, 702, 404 and 706 stop near the park.
Useful information
Opening hours in summer - from 07.30 to 17.30, in winter - from 08.00 to 16.30. To clarify the time of visit and the schedule on holidays, you should study the English version of the official website.
Dalian Zoo entrance fees:
- Adult - 120 RMB.
- For children, if the height of the child does not exceed 1.40 meters - 60 yuan.
- Children shorter than 1.1 meters do not need a ticket.
Newlyweds who want to take a photo, retirees over 70 years old, disabled people and military personnel can also walk around the Dalian Zoo for free.
Services and contacts
The park has long-distance payphones, souvenir shops, restaurants, kiosks selling snacks and drinks. A tour desk is available near the main entrance. Sightseeing tours can be made on a sightseeing car.
There are a variety of attractions for children in the park, and many educational and educational programs with the participation of animals allow school classes to be held here.
The official website of the zoo, which has an English version, is www.dlzoo.com.
Phone +0411 249 5072.
Dalian Zoo
