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Shanghai Zoo

A century-old city zoo with pandas, golden monkeys, and sprawling gardens on the western edge of town.

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Why go

About Shanghai Zoo

Shanghai Zoo opened in 1954 on a site that began as a golf course in 1900. It keeps more than 400 species, including giant pandas, South China tigers, and golden snub-nosed monkeys. Wide lawns, lakes, and tree-lined paths make it a pleasant green escape within the city.

The zoo is easily reached by Metro Line 10.

Make time for

Practical ideas, not a checklist

  1. 01See giant pandas and red pandas in the panda enclosure
  2. 02Watch golden snub-nosed monkeys in the primate section
  3. 03Feed giraffes at the children's farm area
  4. 04Stroll the lakeside lawns and gardens
  5. 05Visit the reptile house and bird lake

Good to know

Opened
1954
Species
More than 400 species
Ticket Notes
adults ¥40, students ¥20
Nearest Metro
Shanghai Zoo station, Line 10

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