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Chiang Mai Zoo & Aquarium

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Chiang Mai Zoo & Aquarium is one of the city’s most popular family-friendly attractions, located at the base of Doi Suthep Mountain. Spread across 200 acres of forested hills, it offers visitors the chance to see diverse wildlife and marine creatures in natural surroundings. The zoo’s combination of land and aquatic exhibits makes it an exciting experience for travelers of all ages.

What to See & Do

  • Aquarium Tunnel 🐠: Walk 🚶‍♀️ through Southeast Asia’s longest underwater glass tunnel 🌊💙
  • Panda House 🐼: Visit the zoo’s most famous residents ⭐, the giant pandas 🎋 (special entry fee applies 💰) 💚
  • African Zone 🦒: See giraffes 🦓, zebras, and lions 🦁 in spacious natural enclosures 🌍👀
  • Bird Aviary 🦜: Observe hundreds 🐦 of tropical birds 🌴 and exotic species ✨🦚
  • Tram Ride 🚎: Explore the large zoo area 🗺️ comfortably on a tram service 😌👍

How to Get There

  • From Chiang Mai Old City 🏘️: 10–15 minutes ⏱️ by tuk-tuk 🛺 or red songthaew 🚌 toward Doi Suthep ⛰️💨
  • By Car 🚗 or Bike 🛵: Follow Huay Kaew Road 🛣️ straight to the zoo entrance 🚪✅
  • Public Transport 🚌: Easily reachable 🗺️ from Chiang Mai University 🏫 and Nimmanhaemin area 📍👍

Travel Tips

  • Bring sunscreen 🧴, hats 👒, and water 💧 – it’s a large outdoor area ☀️🥵✅
  • Purchase combined zoo 🐘 and aquarium 🐠 tickets 🎟️ for better value 💰👍
  • Allow at least 3–4 hours ⏳ to explore 🗺️ both the zoo 🦒 and aquarium 🐠👀
  • Visit feeding times 🍎 for elephants 🐘, penguins 🐧, or fish shows 🐠 for more fun 🎉🥳
  • Electric carts 🛵 and trams 🚎 are available for rent 💰 if you prefer not to walk 🚶‍♂️😌

Suggested Itinerary

  • 9:00 AM – Arrive 🧭 and explore the Panda House 🐼🎋💨
  • 10:30 AM – Visit African 🦒 and Bird Zones 🦜🌍👀
  • 12:00 PM – Lunch 🍽️ at the zoo café 🍔😋🍹
  • 1:00 PM – Enter the Aquarium 🐠 and enjoy the underwater tunnel 🌊💙
  • 3:00 PM – Relax 😌 with tram ride 🚎 or return 🚌 to Chiang Mai City 🏘️👋

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Daily: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Entry Fee:

150 THB (adults), 70 THB (children), Aquarium additional 350 THB

Best Time to Visit:

Morning or early afternoon before it gets hot.

Location

📌 Chiang Mai Zoo & Aquarium, Huay Kaew Road, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Thailand

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