The Children's Zoo
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The open zoo in Gothenburg is an absolute delight, especially on a sunny summer day! I had such a wonderful time exploring and seeing all the animals. I couldn’t believe it was all for free. The seals and penguins were my favorites—they’re so adorable and fun to watch. The elk and other animals were also fascinating and added to the diverse experience. The zoo is the perfect spot for a relaxing and enjoyable day out, whether you’re with family, friends, or just on your own. Nice place either for the zoo, or just the surrounding (I saw some squirrels and deers in the forest area). It’s a hidden gem in the city, and I highly recommend visiting! Tips: visit during seal and penguin feeding time. Definitely worth!
Mustika SITI HAJARINIMustika SITI HAJARINI
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Great little petting zoo for kids, my toddler loved it. All the animals in the petting zoo are Swedish heritage breeds. There are also some animals in larger enclosures up the hill from here, not for petting. Pony rides are not available Monday and Tuesday. The park itself was very scenic, had good access to food, ramps for strollers and seating. Keep in mind there are some hills to reach the animals if you have mobility issues.
helaina zyphelaina zyp
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I am specifically rating the seal enclosure I walk by on my walks on a regular basis. This is an awful, terrible example of animals being subjugated to just awful conditions just to entertain children. The seals are kept in a pond smaller than many swimming pools, with people constantly harassing them to "make them to something fun" for their kids. The pool is not deep, and the seals have no where to go to get a break from all the people throwing things in the pond or kids screaming. There is little to no shade -i hope the seals are suited to the hot temperatures of southern swedish summers. This place is sick, and Swedes should be ashamed such a backwards place exists in such an otherwise forward thinking country. I pray for the day this place is shut down.
kling101kling101
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Great place to go with kids. I was there as a child myself over 30 years ago and recently as my family went to Sweden on holidays I was ale to take my kids there. You can see penguins, moose, deer and other. Children can ride a pony (there is an age limit, I'm not sure but probably they have to be under 10) which is paid but cheap. Toilets are available close to the parking lot, they are paid for as well.
Anna BieniekAnna Bieniek
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Zoo is spread over natural landscape with limited number of animals like deer, sheep and mountain goats with couple of other species around. It inhouses seals on side way towards the top of the hill which is a plus to visit the zoo and fascinating point for kids or those longing to see them....
AnuragAnurag
30
Very nice open ZOO - a nice entertainment during a walk through the park. It's a pity we had to go around the park over 3kms because everything was closed due to a music festival, but nevertheless.. worth the long walk ;)
Karol KamińskiKarol Kamiński
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Nearby Attractions Of The Children's Zoo
Slottsskogen
Gothenburg Botanical Garden
Gothenburg Museum of Natural History
Plikta lekplats / Playground 444
Älghägnet
Bird House
Art faculty
Slottsskogskolonien
Slottsskogen Water Tower
Slottsskogens djurpark

Slottsskogen
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Gothenburg Botanical Garden
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Gothenburg Museum of Natural History
4.5
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Plikta lekplats / Playground 444
4.5
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Nearby Restaurants Of The Children's Zoo
Ramen-Ya
Pasha Grill
Manfred's Brasserie
Pasta Haus
Den Lilla Tavernan
Himalaya Kök Och Bar
Koizen Omakase Room
Oliven
Sunshine Café
Berlin Döner

Ramen-Ya
4.5
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Pasha Grill
4.4
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Manfred's Brasserie
4.6
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Pasta Haus
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Basic Info
Address
Dufvas Backe 3, 413 11 Göteborg, Sweden
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+46 31 365 00 00
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Website
goteborg.se
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4.3
(642 reviews)
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entertainment
family friendly
attractions: Slottsskogen, Gothenburg Botanical Garden, Gothenburg Museum of Natural History, Plikta lekplats / Playground 444, Älghägnet, Bird House, Art faculty, Slottsskogskolonien, Slottsskogen Water Tower, Slottsskogens djurpark, restaurants: Ramen-Ya, Pasha Grill, Manfred's Brasserie, Pasta Haus, Den Lilla Tavernan, Himalaya Kök Och Bar, Koizen Omakase Room, Oliven, Sunshine Café, Berlin Döner

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