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Johannesburg Zoo
Private Bag X13, Parkview 2122, Jan Smuts Avenue, On Upper Park Drive, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2193, South Africa
+27 11 646 2000
site: Johannesburg Zoo
#24 of 171 things to do rated by Real Travelers

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Featuring park-like surrounds, the Johannesburg Zoo offers a glimpse at over 3,000 animal species. Night-time tours are also offered, giving a fascinating show of the nocturnal behavior of many residents. ‘Behind-the-scenes' tours offer a chance to witness first-hand, the goings-on in a typical zoo such as the feeding and cleaning routines the public seldom see. Children's' birthday parties are hosted (book in advance) and a restaurant/tea garden is open during all normal visiting hours. An approximate time of four hours is required in order to view all the exhibits.

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