All zoos to visit in France

Experience the wonders of wildlife at 27 zoos in France. These zoos provide a home for various animal species and offer educational programs on animal conservation.

Are you an animal lover looking for a fun day out? Here are the top zoos in France:

  1. Lille Zoo1

    Lille Zoo

     Lille
    The Parc zoologique de Lille, often referred to as Zoo de Lille, is a zoo situated in the northern part of the French city of Lille. It is located in the Nord department, within the Hauts-de-France region. This location makes it easily accessible for tourists visiting the city or the region.
  2. Mulhouse Zoological and Botanical Park2

    Mulhouse Zoological and Botanical Park

     Mulhouse
    The Mulhouse Zoological and Botanical Park spans an area of 25 hectares. It is home to over 900 animals from 170 different species and boasts a collection of 3,500 plant varieties. This diversity offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore and learn about a wide range of flora and fauna.
  3. Zoo Thoiry3

    Zoo Thoiry

     Thoiry
    A large zoo with over 1000 animals, consisting of 150 different species. Among them such beauties as tigers, rhinos, lions and more.
  4. NaturOparc4

    NaturOparc

     Hunawihr
    A great place to go with children to admire animals in their natural habitat, especially the rare Alsace storks. There are shows and regular feedings that visitors can take part in.
  5. Reserve Bisons Margeride Europe5

    Reserve Bisons Margeride Europe

     Sainte-Eulalie
    The European Bison Reserve of Sainte-Eulalie, also known as the Margeride, is an animal park situated in Sainte-Eulalie in Lozère. This reserve was established as an extension of the European bison rescue plan that has been in operation in Poland's Białowieża Forest since the 1920s.
  6. Bioparc de Doué-la-Fontaine6

    Bioparc de Doué-la-Fontaine

     La Champagne
    The Zoo de Doué, also known as Bioparc de Doué-la-Fontaine, is a large zoo located in Doué-la-Fontaine, Maine-et-Loire, France. The zoo, which spans 14 hectares (35 acres), was established in 1961 and has since been a popular destination for animal lovers and tourists alike.
  7. Feline Park7

    Feline Park

     Lumigny-Nesles-Ormeaux
    Parc des Félins is a unique zoological park located in Lumigny-Nesles-Ormeaux, a commune in Seine-et-Marne, France. The park is approximately 53.6 km southeast of Paris and is dedicated to the breeding and conservation of wild members of the cat family. It provides a unique opportunity for visitors to observe and learn about a wide variety of feline species in a setting that prioritizes their well-being and conservation.
  8. Animal Park of the Pyrenees8

    Animal Park of the Pyrenees

     Argelès-Gazost
    The Parc animalier des Pyrénées is a wildlife park that resembles a zoo, situated in the French municipality of Ayzac-Ost, in the Hautes-Pyrénées department of the Occitanie region. This location offers a unique opportunity to explore the diverse wildlife in a natural setting, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.
  9. Zoo Guadeloupe and Botanical Garden9

    Zoo Guadeloupe and Botanical Garden

     Bouillante
    The Guadeloupe Zoo, also known locally as Parc des Mamelles, is a French zoological park situated on the island of Basse-Terre in Guadeloupe, within the municipality of Bouillante. This location offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the diverse wildlife of the region in a well-maintained and accessible environment.
  10. Zoo Amiens10

    Zoo Amiens

     Amiens
    The Zoo d’Amiens, also known as Zoo Amiens Métropole, is a popular destination located in the French city of Amiens. It is situated in the Somme department in the Hauts-de-France region. The zoo is home to a wide variety of animals and is a great place for families and animal lovers to visit.
  11. The Three Valleys Zoo11

    The Three Valleys Zoo

     Montredon-Labessonnié
    The Three Valleys Zoo, known as 'Les 3 Vallées' in French, is situated in the commune of Montredon-Labessonnié, within the Tarn department of France. This location offers a unique blend of natural beauty and wildlife, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts alike.
  12. Amnéville Zoo12

    Amnéville Zoo

     Hagondange
    One of the largest zoos in France housing more than 2000 animals from 5 different continents. Fun for the whole day.
  13. Monkey Forest13

    Monkey Forest

     Rocamadour
    La forêt des singes, or Monkey Forest, is a French zoological park located in the commune of Rocamadour in the Lot department in Occitanie. This park is a great place for tourists who are interested in wildlife and nature. It offers a unique opportunity to observe and interact with monkeys in their natural habitat.
  14. Montpellier Zoological Park14

    Montpellier Zoological Park

     Montpellier
    The Montpellier Zoological Park, locally referred to as Parc de Lunaret, is situated to the north of the French city of Montpellier, in the Hérault department of the Occitanie administrative region. This accredited member of the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA) is a significant destination for animal lovers and nature enthusiasts alike.
  15. Animal Park of Merlet15

    Animal Park of Merlet

     Les Houches
    Various mountain animals live in this park with an area of more than 50 acres. See chamoises, marmots or deer!
  16. Safari de Peaugres16

    Safari de Peaugres

     Peaugres
    Safari de Peaugres is a safari park situated in the French city of Peaugres, in the Ardèche department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. It is approximately 50 kilometers north of the major city of Lyon. This makes it a convenient destination for tourists visiting the region, offering a unique opportunity to experience a variety of wildlife in a natural setting.
  17. Parc Zoologique et Forestier17

    Parc Zoologique et Forestier

     Noumea
    The Parc Zoologique et Forestier Michel-Corbasson, also known as Parc Forestier, is a green space, botanical garden, and zoo located on the heights of Mont Montravel in Noumea, New Caledonia. The park covers an area of 34 hectares and offers a unique combination of natural beauty and wildlife. It was established in 1962 with the aim of preserving a core of dry forest and some endemic species in the heart of the city.
  18. Zoological Park African Safari18

    Zoological Park African Safari

     Plaisance-du-Touch
    The African Safari Zoo is a renowned zoological park located in the scenic region of Occitanie, specifically in the town of Plaisance-du-Touch. This location is conveniently situated in the suburbs of Toulouse, making it easily accessible for tourists visiting the area.
  19. Zoo de Maubeuge19

    Zoo de Maubeuge

     Maubeuge
    Zoo de Maubeuge, situated in the French city of Maubeuge, is a well-established zoo that first opened its doors to the public in 1955. Over the years, it has grown and evolved, providing a home for a diverse range of animal species and offering visitors a unique opportunity to learn about and interact with the natural world.
  20. Habitation Anse Latouche20

    Habitation Anse Latouche

     Le Carbet
    Habitation Anse Latouche, located in the communes of Le Carbet and Saint-Pierre in Martinique, is a former colonial plantation that has been transformed into the Martinique Zoo. This historical site offers visitors a unique blend of history and nature, with the opportunity to explore the remnants of the plantation while enjoying the diverse wildlife of the zoo.
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    The Valley of the Monkeys

     Romagne
    A nice animal park specialized solely on monkeys. And they sure have a lot of them here - over 350. Great place.
  22. Zoo de Lyon22

    Zoo de Lyon

     Lyon
    The Zoo de Lyon (Zoo of the Park of the Golden Head), formerly known as Zoological Garden of Lyon, is a French municipal zoological park in Lyon. The zoo was founded in 1858 by Claude-Marius Vaïsse and is home to a little more than 300 animals representing 66 species.
  23. Ménagerie du Jardin des Plantes23

    Ménagerie du Jardin des Plantes

     Paris
    The Ménagerie du Jardin des Plantes is located in the Jardin des Plantes in Paris. It is a zoo that is part of the organization of the Muséum national d'histoire naturelle. The Ménagerie was opened in 1794, making it the oldest in the world after Tiergarten Schönbrunn, which is located in Vienna. Ma
  24. Gallery of Paleontology and Comparative Anatomy24

    Gallery of Paleontology and Comparative Anatomy

     Paris
    The Gallery of Paleontology and Comparative Anatomy in Paris, in the Jardin des plantes, is part of the French National Museum of Natural History. The collections on display here came mostly from the great expeditions of the traveler-naturalists of the 18th and 19th centuries and from the Ménagerie,
  25. Muséum de Besançon25

    Muséum de Besançon

     Besançon
    The Muséum de Besançon, located in the east of France, is a unique combination of a natural history museum and a public zoo. It is situated within the Citadel of the town of Besançon, offering visitors a rich blend of historical and natural attractions. The museum houses a wide variety of naturalized collections alongside diverse animal sectors, illustrating the complexity of the living world and its utility.
  26. Amana Nature Reserve26

    Amana Nature Reserve

     Mana
    The Amana Nature Reserve, also known as RNN138, is a national nature reserve situated on the seafront in the northern part of French Guiana. Established in 1998, the reserve spans an impressive area of 14,800 hectares, making it a significant site for nature enthusiasts and tourists alike.
  27. Parc zoologique de Paris27

    Parc zoologique de Paris

     Paris
    The Paris Zoo (Parc zoologique de Paris, or Paris Zoological Park) is located in the French capital Paris and is part of the organization of the Muséum national d'histoire naturelle. Parc Zoologique de Paris was opened in 1934 and reopened in 2014 after an extensive renovation. Today, the zoo is div