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Ménagerie, Zoo of the Jardin des Plantes
Paris · France
From12.96 USD per person
From12.96 USD
per person
Attraction
Activity type
Attraction
Operating hours
10:00 – 18:00
Voucher delivery
≈ 5 min after booking
Highlights
Explore the Menagerie's 1,200 occupants, including 200 tortoises, crocodiles, lizards and snakes.
Take the urban biodiversity trail and learn about some of the threats facing biodiversity.
Witness some of the oldest zoo buildings in the world, from the Bear Pit to the Big Cat House.
About this activity
Established in 1794, Ménagerie is among the world's oldest zoos, showcasing orangutans, reptiles, and more. It adds a unique touch to Parisian landmarks, housing rare species, hosting 'meet the keepers' events, and promoting biodiversity conservation. Explore stunning 19th-century structures like the Bear Pit, Rotonde, Reptile House and Great Aviary for an ideal family outing with historical and educational value.
What's included
Included
Admission
Location
Good to know
Child policy:
Children under 3 years are free of charge.
Children under 13 years must be accompanied by an adult. One adult can accompany a maximum of six children.
Good to know:
Visitors with disabilities and one carer can enter for free with valid proof.
Last admission: 1 hour before closing.
Meet the Keepers events (in French):
Every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday and every day during school holidays.
Free with your ticket.
Duration: about 15 minutes.
The keeper will share interesting facts about the animals.
Turtle: 11:30. Orangutan: 14:45. Tapir: 15:30. Red panda: 16:15.
