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Calgary Zoo

📍 Calgary Zoo, Calgary, Canada
Calgary Zoo
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Quick Facts

Location
Canada, Calgary
Category
Park & Garden
Duration
2-3 hours
Address
Calgary Zoo, Calgary, Canada
Coordinates
51.0454, -114.0232

Introduction

Calgary Zoo is the main zoo of Calgary, Canada. On St. George's Island in the Bow River, with over 1,000 animals, Canadian native wildlife and global rare species, and the Prehistoric Park dinosaur garden, it is one of Western Canada's largest zoos — Calgary's most popular family attraction and a wildlife conservation education center. Founded in 1929 on St. George's Island in the Bow River — across from Prince's Island Park. Over 1,000 animals of ~100 species — Canadian natives (grizzly, cougar, elk, beaver) and global rarities (Asian elephant, snow leopard; giant pandas have stayed here). Prehistoric Park is a highlight — life-size dinosaur models, loved by children. The zoo actively participates in endangered species conservation and breeding. In winter, Zoolights features millions of lights — a signature Calgary winter event. Visiting to see Canadian wildlife and global species up close on a river island is an educational, fun family experience in Calgary.

✨ Highlights

1
Canadian wildlife
Grizzly, cougar, elk, beaver — Canadian native species.
2
Prehistoric Park
Life-size dinosaur models — loved by children.
3
Zoolights
Winter million-light festival — a signature Calgary event.
4
River island
On St. George's Island in the Bow River — across from Prince's Island Park.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time:Summer animals are active; winter Zoolights.
→Transit:LRT Zoo Station direct — easy access.
→Combine:With Prince's Island Park and downtown Calgary.
→Transportation:LRT (Zoo Station) / on foot

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Free Admissionunder 3 free
Adultfrom 37.45 CAD
Child3-15: from 26.95 CAD
Senior60+: from 35.45 CAD

These are date-based dynamic prices starting from the lowest rate shown on the official site (taxes not included); valid tickets only via CalgaryZoo.com or its partners GetYourGuide, Viator and Tiqets

💡 Tips

• Prehistoric Park is a children's favorite — don't miss it.
• Winter Zoolights is a signature Calgary event.
• LRT Zoo Station direct — easy access.
• Across from Prince's Island Park — can combine.

FAQ

How much is the admission for Calgary Zoo?

Free Admission: under 3 free; Adult: from 37.45 CAD; Child: 3-15: from 26.95 CAD; Senior: 60+: from 35.45 CAD; These are date-based dynamic prices starting from the lowest rate shown on the official site (taxes not included); valid tickets only via CalgaryZoo.com or its partners GetYourGuide, Viator and Tiqets

Any practical tips for visiting Calgary Zoo?

Prehistoric Park is a children's favorite — don't miss it. Winter Zoolights is a signature Calgary event.

How long should I spend at Calgary Zoo?

A typical visit takes 2-3 hours.

Ticket prices, schedules and opening hours are for reference only; please follow the official announcement.

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