The Tianjin Zoo is one of the ‘Top Ten’ scenic spots in Tianjin being home some of the most exotic animals. This 133 acre land is divided into separate habitats for the animals. Besides from the usual lion, tiger, zebra, monkey the zoo hosts a number of rare species like Panda, lynx, Swan, Jaguar and Macaw. There’s an open feeding area to feed the animals. Other than that there are recreational activities near the circus and even boating facilities available near the lakes. Behind the zoo is a small river facing Ao Cheng which is a calm and a beautiful retreat and can be a perfect spot for a picnic. Overall a fun place to visit for the weekend with friends and family.

• The Shuishang Park is just across the lake.

• Renting a two seater car to drive costs approximately RMB 90.
• Reptile house, additional, RMB 20
• Circus Show, additional, RMB 4
• Children under 120 cm, FREE

By Bus:

• Lines: 879, 668, 8, 901 and 685 to east gate
• Lines: 52, 901, 904 and 685. to west gate

By Subway:

• Line 3 to Zhoudengji’nianguang Station, exit and walk west on Yingshui Road until you reach an intersection, then walk south on Shuishang Gongyuan West Road until you reach the zoo gate, which is directly across from a Metro Transit Center (bus parking lot).

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