Top Zoo and Aquarium in Thailand

Summary
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*Safari - zoo that keep animals in larger outdoor enclosures and allow visitors to drive through to come in close to the animals.

Safari WorldBangkok

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Interesting Activities: Driving through the Safari Park zone to encounter the wild animals in close range, Watching a spectacular shows in Marine Park zone, Feeding the Giraffes

  
Shows: Orang Utan show, Sea Lion show, Elephant show, Cowboy Stunt show, Dolphin show, Spy War show, Bird show, Tiger feeding show

   
Uniqueness: Largest zoo in Bangkok which allows visitors to driving personal car in to the enclosure which feature variety of animals including 200 giraffes. Also, walking area where visitors can see more animals and enjoy 7 shows.

Info

Opening hours: Daily 9:00-17:00 hrs.

Area: 480 Acres

Zoning: 2 Zones

Visit duration: 2-7 hours.

How to get there?

Best transportation: Car or Taxi

Distance from the town: 38 km.

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Bangkok Safari World

Sea Life BangkokBangkok 

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Interesting Activities: Walking through the underwater tunnel with large hall where you can see 360 degree view of the underwater world, Seeing the underwater through the glass bottom boat.

   
Shows: Daily Feeding, Diver's Communication

   
Uniqueness: World class aquarium which is located in the center of Bangkok, easy to access by public transportation. Featuring variety of sea creatures from around the world.

Info

Opening hours: Daily 10:00-19:00 hrs.

Zoning: 11 Zones

Visit duration: 1-2 hours.

How to get there?

Best transportation: BTS Skytrain (Siam Station), Buses (Siam Paragon stop), Taxi

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Sea Life Bangkok Ocean World

  Khao Kheow Open ZooChonburi

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Interesting activities: Feeding the Antelopes in an open area, Riding tram or golf cart around the zoo, Visit a large bird enclosure, Visit the Lemur's island.

Shows: Penguin parade, Elephant swimming, Talented Animals show, Seal show, Into the Jungle

Uniqueness: Enormous size zoo and animal reserves center located in the valley close to the natural jungle. Featuring many endanger species from around the world, Home of "Mae Mali" the famous 55 years old Hippopotamus from Dusit zoo.

Info 

Opening hours: Daily 8:00-17:00 hrs.

Area: 2,000 Acres

Zoning: 2 Zones (Each zone are separated into many sections)

Visit duration: 2-4 hours.

How to get there?

Best transportation: Car or Taxi

Distance from Bangkok: 110 km.

Distance from the town: 47 km.

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Underwater World PattayaChonburi

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Interesting Activities: Walking through 105 meters long underwater tunnels, see the various species of jelly fish.

Shows: Daily Feeding

Uniqueness: Famous aquarium in Pattaya city, well known for a long underwater tunnels which can be separated into 3 different zone. The largest exhibition various jellyfish species in Thailand.

Info

Opening hours: Daily 9:00-18:00 hrs.

Zoning: 3 Zones

Visit duration: 1-2 hours.

How to get there?

Best transportation: Car or Taxi

Distance from Bangkok: 145 km.

Distance from the town: 6 km.

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Underwater World Pattaya

   Monster Aquarium PattayaChonburi

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Interesting Activities: Taking photo with exotic animals, see the fresh water underwater tunnel.

  
Uniqueness: Small zoo packed with various animals from around the world from commonly known pets to rare exotic species. It's suitable for small kids to experience many wild creatures in one small place.

Info

Opening hours: Daily 9:00-18:00 hrs.

Visit duration: 1 hours.

How to get there?

Best transportation: Car or Taxi

Distance from Bangkok: 140 km.

Distance from the town: 7 km.

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Monster Aquarium Pattaya

   Chiang Mai Night SafariChiang Mai

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Interesting Activities: Tram tour to see animal's activities during night time.

Shows: Tiger show, Night Predator show, Dancing show

Uniqueness: The only night safari in Thailand where you can experience the true habits of the wild animals.

Info

Opening hours: Daily 11:00-22:00 hrs.

Area: 324 Acres

Zoning: 3 Zones

Visit duration: 2-3 hours.

How to get there?

Best transportation: Car or Taxi

Distance from Bangkok: 690 km.

Distance from the town: 13 km.

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Chiang Mai Night Safari

   Chiang Mai ZooChiang Mai 

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Interesting Activities: Tram ride around the zoo, Visit the Giant Pandas, Visit the Chiang Mai Zoo Aquarium.

Uniqueness: The only zoo which feature both full scale zoo and aquarium. Home of the only 2 Giant Pandas in Thailand.

Info

Open: Daily 8:00-17:00 hrs.

Area: 250 Acres

Visit duration: 2-3 hours.

How to get there?

Best transportation: Car or Taxi, Red taxi (Rod Daeng)

Distance from Bangkok: 690 km.

Distance from the town: 5.7 km.

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Phuket Bird ParkPhuket

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Interesting Activities: Photo with birds, watch bird show

Shows: Bird Show

Uniqueness: Heaven for avian lovers with more than 80 bird species from all around the world.

Info 

Opening hours: Friday-Sunday 13:00-17:00 hrs.

Area:12 Acres

Visit duration: 1-2 hours.

How to get there?

Best transportation: Car or Taxi

Distance from Bangkok: 850 km.

Distance from the town: 8 km.

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Aquaria PhuketPhuket

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Interesting Activities: See more the 25,000 of marine species, Taking photo with the large tank decorated with the replica of sunken U.S. Navy submarine in Gulf of Thailand. Enjoy fine dining dinner on the underwater restaurant.

Shows: Daily Feeding

Uniqueness: Thailand's newest and largest aquarium. Featuring the first and only underwater restaurant in Thailand which guest can enjoy fine dining experience while viewing the tank that hold more than 100,000 fish.

Info

Opening hours: Daily 11:00-18:00 hrs.

Area: 1.1 Acres

Zoning: 9 Zones

Visit duration: 1-2 hours.

How to get there?

Best transportation: Car or Taxi

Distance from Bangkok: 835 km.

Distance from the town: 3 km.

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Aquaria Phuket

  Hua Hin Safari & Adventure ParkHua Hin

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Interesting Activities: Watch animals show, Elephant riding, Photo with tiger

Shows: Tiger show, Crocodile show, Elephant show, Snake show

Uniqueness: The only zoo in Hua Hin area, Inexpensive ticket with inclusion of 4 animals shows.

Info

Opening hours: Daily 8:00-17:00 hrs.

Area: 24 Acres

Visit duration: 1-2 hours.

How to get there?

Best transportation: Car or Taxi

Distance from Bangkok: 213 km.

Distance from the town: 20 km.

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Safari ParkKanchanaburi

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Interesting Activities: Driving through the safari zone and feed the giraffes from your car, Taking photo with giraffes.

Shows: Elephant show, Crocodile show

Uniqueness: Safari experience which you can feed the animals from your car, The special package to take a photo on the jeep with surrounding giraffes.

Info

Opening hours: Daily 9:00-17:00 hrs.

Area: 200 Acres

Zoning: 2 Zones

Visit duration: 2-3 hours.

How to get there?

Best transportation: Car

Distance from Bangkok: 157 km.

Distance from the town: 30 km.

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Safari Park Kanchanaburi with Private Car from Bangkok

Lion Land Phuket

Highlights

Interesting Activities: Get up close with lions of different ages, from adorable cubs and young lions to fully grown adults. You can enjoy memorable photo opportunities in designated areas, with staff members providing close supervision throughout the experience.

Show Performance: Lion Land Phuket does not offer a traditional stage show. Instead, the experience focuses on visiting the lion zones and observing the lions in a real-life setting. Visitors can learn more about their behavior and admire their beauty and strength up close.

What Makes Lion Land Special: Lion Land Phuket offers a unique wildlife experience, giving visitors the chance to get close to lions in a way that is truly different from typical tourist activities. Various lion encounter options are available depending on the package, with safety measures and staff supervision provided throughout the activity. It is a great choice for couples, families, groups of friends, and travelers who want to capture a truly special memory from their Phuket trip.

Info

Opening Hours: Open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Last admission: 5:45 PM

Area: Approximately 3 Acers

Zoneing: -

Visit Duration: 30 minutes to 1 hour

How To Get There?

Best Transportation: Private car or taxi

Distance from Bangkok: 871 km

Distance from Phuket Town: 4 km

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Lion Land Phuket