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Slottsskogen Zoo

About

Slottsskogen Zoo is a beloved part of Gothenburg’s largest city park, offering a family‑friendly glimpse into Nordic wildlife in a relaxed, natural setting. Established in the early 20th century, the zoo focuses on Scandinavian species, allowing visitors to encounter moose, seals, deer, and a variety of birds in thoughtfully designed enclosures that blend with the surrounding landscape. One of its most popular areas is the children’s zoo, where younger visitors can meet domestic animals and learn about nature through hands‑on experiences. As an open and free attraction, Slottsskogen Zoo plays an important role in education and conservation while remaining an accessible destination for

Gothenburg Sweden
Slottsskogen Zoo
Location

Slottsskogen Zoo is located inside Slottsskogen, Gothenburg’s main city park, at the heart of the 137‑hectare green area in central Gothenburg, close to the park’s main entrance and paths along Slottsskogspromenaden. The zoo is just a short walk from the Natural History Museum, the Slottsskogsobservatoriet observatory on the northern hill, and the park’s cafés and playgrounds, all within easy reach of the city centre, Kungsportsplatsen, and the Avenyn promenade, making it simple to combine a visit to Slottsskogen Zoo with a longer stroll through the park or an outing in central Gothenburg.

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