Jinan Zoo, located in the northern part of Jinan city, is one of the larger urban zoos in China. Here, visitors can see giraffes, hippos, chimpanzees, zebras, and various birds, as well as rare animals such as giant pandas, golden monkeys, Asian elephants, and white storks. After viewing the animals, guests can enjoy thrilling rides like the rapids adventure.
The zoo is lush with trees, featuring small hills, lakes, and rivers, providing an excellent environment for a family walk. It is advisable to enter through the east or south gate; the east gate leads to the amusement park first, where you can find a Ferris wheel, rapids adventure, roller coaster, and more. It is recommended to visit the animals early in the morning as they tend to be more active then, and use the afternoon for amusement park activities if time permits.
The zoo has a main tourist route that encircles the entire park. By following the path to the right, visitors can successively explore the bird area, the predator area, the herbivore area, the omnivore area, and other animal exhibits. The central part of the park also features a small animal exhibit. Sightseeing vehicles are available for those who prefer not to walk.
The aquarium and the amphibian and reptile exhibit require additional tickets for entry. The zoo is open all year from 06:30 to 17:30, with animal exhibits opening at 08:30.
Preferential policies include free entry for children under 1.4 meters in height or under 6 years of age, free entry for seniors aged 60 and above with a senior citizen card or ID, half-price entry for children/students between 1.4 meters and under 18 years of age or full-time undergraduate students with a student ID, free entry for journalists with a press card issued by the China Press and Publication Administration, free entry for teachers with a 30-year teaching honor certificate (valid ID and certificate required), free entry for active and retired military personnel with relevant documents, half-price entry for youth from Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan with valid identification, free entry for tour guides with a national tour guide certificate or electronic tour guide certificate, free entry for firefighters (active, retired, disabled) and fire rescue academy students with relevant documents, free entry for police officers with a police officer ID, and free entry for disabled persons with a disability certificate, including one accompanying person for severely disabled individuals.
Service facilities include a parking lot: [Jinan Zoo Parking Lot], reference price: ¥10 per time; address: No. 87 Jiluo Road, Tianqiao District, Jinan, Shandong Province, at the east gate of the zoo; capacity: 200 spaces.
Park transportation: reference price: 20 yuan; address: East Gate Bridge.
Restrooms: There are restrooms within the scenic area, located near facilities such as the performance square, red panda pavilion, Jinniu Pavilion, zebra pavilion, predator area rest pavilion, animal paradise rest pavilion, and egret garden, all clearly marked with signs.
Mother and baby room: Address: Amusement park, East Gate Lake, Panda House.
Jinan Zoo
Jinan Zoo, located in the northern part of Jinan city, is one of the larger urban zoos in China. Her[...]
