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Tarsus Zoo

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Tarsus Zoo is a modest and well-maintained animal park located near the Berdan Dam area. It is especially popular with families traveling with children, offering a relaxed environment to see a variety of animals in spacious enclosures. The zoo provides an easy and enjoyable visit without requiring a full day.

What to See & Do

  • 🦁 Observe 🦓 a wide variety of local and exotic animals including lions, zebras, and meerkats 🦓 🏁
  • 🚶 Enjoy 🌳 the scenic beauty of lush shaded walking paths and well-maintained green spaces 🌳 ✨
  • 🐣 Engage 📚 in a fun educational visit for children with interactive signs and guided paths 📚 🕊️
  • 📸 Practice 🎞️ casual nature photography of the colorful bird species and large animal habitats 🎞️ 🌿
  • 🐠 Discover 🐟 a diverse collection of exotic fish and poultry in the specialized aquatic sections 🐟 🏁

How to Get There

  • 🚗 Located 📍 approximately seven kilometers north of the central Tarsus city center 📍 🏁
  • 🚕 Accessible 🚕 via a quick twenty-minute taxi ride or private vehicle along Blue Boulevard 🚕 🚆
  • 🚌 Board 🎫 a local minibus or route taxi that connects the town center directly to the park 🎫 🚙
  • 🅿️ Park 🔑 your car easily in the free parking area located near the main entrance viaduct 🔑 🏁

Travel Tips

  • 🕕 Visit 🌬️ early in the morning to avoid the midday heat when many animals retreat to shade 🌬️ 🏁
  • 💧 Bring 🥤 a generous supply of drinking water and snacks especially for small children 🥤 ✨
  • 📜 Follow 🛡️ all posted zoo rules including the strict ban on feeding any of the animals 🛡️ 🕊️
  • 👟 Wear 👣 comfortable walking shoes as you will spend about two to four hours on foot 👣 🏛️
  • 🛒 Support 🍿 local vendors by purchasing refreshments from the food stalls inside the park 🍿 🏁

Suggested Itinerary

  • 10:00 AM – Visit 📍 Tarsus Zoo to explore the wildlife habitats and bird sanctuaries 📍 🏁
  • 12:00 PM – Enjoy 🧺 a family picnic or a relaxing lunch near the Berdan Dam Lake 🧺 🎞️
  • 01:30 PM – Walk 🌊 along the dam reservoir to enjoy the cooling breeze and water views 🌊 🧘
  • 02:00 PM – Return 🚗 to the Tarsus city center to explore the historic Roman landmarks 🚗 😋

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Daily: 09:00 AM – 06:00 PM

Entry Fee:

Daily: 09:00 AM – 06:00 PM

Best Time to Visit:

Morning hours for active animals

Location

📌Tarsus Zoo, Tarsus, Mersin Province, Turkey

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