Ostrava Zoo in the Michálkovice district is one of the largest zoos in the Czech Republic, home to more than 400 animal species. The grounds also include an extensive botanical park with a wide variety of trees and plants. The zoo operates year-round and focuses on breeding endangered species.
Michálkovická 2081/197, 710 00 Ostrava
Daily 9:00-16:00 (Nov, Dec, Jan), 9:00-17:00 (Feb), 9:00-18:00 (Mar, Sep, Oct), 9:00-19:00 (Apr-Jun), 9:00-20:00 (Jul-Aug)
Ride an electric train through African and Asian animal herds at Ostrava Zoo. Safari Express takes you across three enclosures spanning 6 hectares.
A traditional contest at Ostrava Zoo where visitors collect autumn fruits for the animals. Over 15 years, this effort has gathered tens of tons of acorns and other seasonal produce.
A free lecture at Ostrava Zoo, supported by the Ministry of the Environment and the Moravian-Silesian Region.
Ostrava Zoo celebrates World Animal Day with a programme for visitors.
Halloween festivities with a lantern parade at Ostrava Zoo.
Traditional Christmas caroling at Ostrava Zoo, a festive family-friendly seasonal event.
Celebration of Animal Day at Ostrava Zoo with a programme focused on animals and nature.
A special day for seniors at Ostrava Zoo.
Scout Sunday at Ostrava Zoo - a special day for scouts and their families.
Ostrava Zoo celebrates vultures with an educational day exploring the biology and conservation of these remarkable raptors.
Expert lecture on bats from the Silesian Land Museum, part of the International Bat Night celebration.
A charity run at Ostrava Zoo welcoming participants of all ages and abilities.
A special day at Ostrava Zoo celebrating flamingos and elephants with interactive activities.
Ostrava Zoo celebrates Children's Day with physical and educational activities for children of all ages.
Explore the zoo's 1,000 m² greenhouse complex filled with tropical plants, exotic fruits, and vegetables on a guided weekend tour included with zoo admission.
Guided animal encounters at Ostrava Zoo starting in late March. Visitors learn fascinating facts about animals directly from keepers and can observe them from close range.