The Johannesburg Zoo

The Johannesburg Zoo The Joburg Zoo is situated in Parkview and houses over 320 species of animals.

The Johannesburg Zoo opened in 1904 and has grown to house approximately 1200 animals in 54 hectares.

JCPZ's Region G teams have been busy giving local green spaces a well-deserved refresh through dedicated horticultural m...
15/10/2025

JCPZ's Region G teams have been busy giving local green spaces a well-deserved refresh through dedicated horticultural maintenance. These upgrades help revitalise our public areas and contribute to Joburg’s readiness for the G20. We’re proud to keep our city growing greener and looking its best!

JCPZ teams are pruning palm trees along Olievenhout Drive to maintain a safe and attractive environment. This work is pa...
15/10/2025

JCPZ teams are pruning palm trees along Olievenhout Drive to maintain a safe and attractive environment. This work is part of our ongoing service delivery efforts and G20 readiness, keeping Johannesburg green and well-maintained.
of Joburg

JCPZ teams are hard at work upgrading the flowerbed on the corner Rand Show Road and Golden Highway. These improvements ...
15/10/2025

JCPZ teams are hard at work upgrading the flowerbed on the corner Rand Show Road and Golden Highway. These improvements are part of our commitment to a cleaner, greener Johannesburg and ensuring our city is ready for the G20. Together, we’re making Joburg safer and more beautiful for everyone.

JCPZ teams are hard at work at Anton Hartmann HV Substation, cutting grass to ensure a safe and well-maintained environm...
15/10/2025

JCPZ teams are hard at work at Anton Hartmann HV Substation, cutting grass to ensure a safe and well-maintained environment. This is part of our ongoing commitment to service delivery and G20 readiness.
City of Joburg

15/10/2025

Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo is hard at work in Noordwyk, pruning trees and beautification as part of our ongoing service delivery and G20 Readiness programme.
This forms part of JCPZ’s commitment to service excellence and ensuring well-maintained, greener, and safer environments for all residents and visitors.

Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo is hard at work in Noordwyk, pruning trees and beautification as part of our ongoing ser...
15/10/2025

Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo is hard at work in Noordwyk, pruning trees and beautification as part of our ongoing service delivery and G20 Readiness programme.
This forms part of JCPZ’s commitment to service excellence and ensuring well-maintained, greener, and safer environments for all residents and visitors.
G20 South Africa

DYK? That every 21st of the month, you can experience the wonders of the Zoo for just R21? That’s right! This amazing de...
15/10/2025

DYK? That every 21st of the month, you can experience the wonders of the Zoo for just R21? That’s right! This amazing deal is valid until 21 February 2026.

See you on 21 October 2025!
Remember to love your zoo by disposing of your litter in the bins.

Have you experienced our Animal of the Amazon Exhibit?This special exhibit houses all things creepy, crawly, and slither...
14/10/2025

Have you experienced our Animal of the Amazon Exhibit?

This special exhibit houses all things creepy, crawly, and slithery!

You can expect to find Snakes, Iguanas, Tarantulas, and a freshwater walk-through aquarium.

The exhibit is on the eastern side of the Zoo and is open on weekdays from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm and on weekends from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Teachers & schools—bring your students for an unforgettable learning experience! Our zoo education programs offer hands-...
14/10/2025

Teachers & schools—bring your students for an unforgettable learning experience! Our zoo education programs offer hands-on activities, expert talks, and up-close encounters with incredible animals. Book your visit today and make learning wild!

Call us on 082 803 0333 to make a booking

Join the Honey Badger Club The Honey Badger Club is a programme to enrich the lives of our zoo animals. It is aimed at G...
13/10/2025

Join the Honey Badger Club

The Honey Badger Club is a programme to enrich the lives of our zoo animals. It is aimed at Grade 1-7 learners and ages 7-13 years old. The club focuses on getting to know the zoo animals, their needs, and habits. Club members get to go where only Keepers go and get up close with the creatures.
• The membership fee for 1 year, which includes a Club T-shirt!
• The Club activities happen on one Saturday a month from 9:00 am to 14:00 pm
• The first visit is free so that you can see if you do like it. However, to receive your t-shirt, you need to pay the annual fee

☎️Call us on 082 803 03333

Get ready for tomorrow's Zoo Trot!Good news for our senior visitors — senior citizens aged 60 years and older get in FRE...
11/10/2025

Get ready for tomorrow's Zoo Trot!
Good news for our senior visitors — senior citizens aged 60 years and older get in FREE for tomorrow’s Zoo Trot at the Johannesburg Zoo!

Simply bring along your valid identification to enjoy free entry.
Join us for a morning of fitness, fun, and fresh air surrounded by nature.

Address

Jan Smuts Avenue And Upper Park Drive
Johannesburg
2196

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 17:00
Thursday 08:30 - 17:00
Friday 08:30 - 17:00
Saturday 08:30 - 17:00
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00

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