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Lagos Zoo - Over 120 species in natural environments

    Located in its own beautifully landscaped gardens between Barã de S. João and Bensafrim, Lagos Zoo contains over 120 species of animals and more than 200 species of botanical specimens. Here, you can see several varieties of apes (including the ever popular chimpanzees) inhabiting specially constructed “primate islands” set in a delightful lake alongside waterfalls and various aquatic animals and birds.

The zoo is very proud of its 60m long flight tunnel for the close observation of exotic birds on the wing and a children’s farm, where youngsters have the opportunity of close contact with a variety of domestic and farm animals.

There is a zoo shop with an array of merchandise including “Lagos Zoo” baseball caps, tee-shirts, toys and souvenirs. Meanwhile the zoo’s “Cangalho” restaurant offers a tasty variety of meals and snacks.

Lagos zoo gives a high priority to educational facilities and to the protection and conservation of endangered species and their natural environment. At the same time the zoo makes for an entertaining and thoroughly enjoyable day out for all the family.

The zoo is open between 10am and 7 pm in summer (1st April – 30th Sept) and between 10am and 5pm in the winter (rest of the year). Admission fees are as follows: Children (4-11 years) – 5 Euros; Adults – 8 Euros; Over 65 – 6 Euros; Family ticket – 21 Euros.

For more information call Lagos Zoo on 282 680 100.