40 Best Zoos in the World, Ranked

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If your dream day involves hanging out with monkeys, admiring big cats and cooing over exotics birds, these zoos are among the best in the world. And they really are all over the world, covering Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and the Americas.
We’ve ranked them according to the most recent Tripadvisor reviews — but you’ll definitely want to visit for yourself to see how they measure up.
40. Prague Zoo

Location: Prague, Czech Republic
Prague Zoo is practically at the center of the Czech capital, and it’s a must-see for first-time visitors. It’s the second-most visited tourist spot in the nation, just below Prague Castle.
It’s been open since 1931, and the zoo is always working on new conservation projects to promote animal welfare and biological diversity.
Prague Zoo Highlights

More than 5,000 animals of over 670 species call the Prague Zoological Garden home. There are currently 150 exhibits in 13 pavilions.
Kids will go bananas over some of the zoo’s signature activities, including a specialized Children’s Zoo, a chairlift, a mini-train and a paddling pool.
39. Taipei Zoo

Location: Taipei, Taiwan
The Taipei Zoo had humble beginnings. It started out as a small, private zoological garden. Now, it’s the biggest zoo in all of Asia, and it’s the second-most popular attraction in the area.
Taipei Zoo Highlights

The coolest exhibit at the Taipei Zoo is, by far, the giant panda house. The Asian tropical rainforest area is also pretty unique.
The zoo also doubles as an expertly designed botanical garden, with beautiful flowers and greenery throughout the park.
Check out Taipei Zoo’s YouTube channel to see their latest projects.