Shanghai Wild Animal Park

Shanghai Wild Animal Park (上海野生动物园) opened in 1995 and became China's first national-level wildlife park. One of the park's highlights is the safari zone, where visitors ride on a special bus. In this area, lions, tigers, zebras, giraffes, rhinos, and antelopes roam freely across vast open spaces, allowing visitors to observe them without traditional fences or cages. (Highly recommended to visit the park early in the morning and head straight to the safari zone, as it gets crowded later in the day!😁) The park also features interactive zones where visitors can feed giraffes, alpacas, deer, goats, and other herbivores (for 20-30 yuan). Additionally, there are water routes where you can enjoy boat rides among the ponds. Other attractions include a circus, dolphinarium, amusement park, shops, and a food court! You can easily spend an entire day here! 🌟🌟 ✨️Address: 178 Nanliu Highway, Pudong New Area, Shanghai ✨️Address in Chinese: 上海市浦东新区南六公路178号 ✨️Metro: Take Shanghai Metro Line 16 and get off at Wild Animal Park Station (野生动物园站 / Wild Animal Park Station). From Exit 2, the park is about 1.5 km away, and you can take a bus or call a taxi!🚕🚖

If you're planning a trip to Shanghai, make sure to include Shanghai Wildlife Park in your itinerary. We've visited many zoos in Russia and Europe, but this park is the best I've ever been to. Tip: Arrive right at the opening time—fewer people, no school excursions, and you can explore everything at your own pace. We immediately purchased a package ticket: an attraction (which we skipped), lunch, and a bus ride through the inner area with wild animals. The bus ticket is purchased inside the park. The staff at the ticket counters were very helpful—everything was processed quickly and with a friendly attitude. The bus ride is impressive: animals come very close, sometimes from the "wrong" side, so be prepared to stand up to take photos. My absolute favorite—red pandas. There's about a one-and-a-half-hour queue to their enclosure, and you need to buy apples to feed them, but it's the best animal interaction experience I've ever had. However, I'm not sure if they accept UnionPay or cash—Alipay or WeChat Pay definitely work. I also marked on the map where the red pandas and lemurs are located. Another must-visit is the lemur island. They roam freely there, not in a closed enclosure. We couldn't figure out where to get food for them. The lemurs were clearly looking for something in our hands, but even without that, they are very cute, calm, and allow you to take photos and interact with them. About food: we ate at the tiger restaurant, which was included in our package. Bolognese—👍🏻, chicken with rice—👎🏻 (too many bones and skin—not quite what Europeans are used to). We arrived at 11:00—there were almost no people, but by 12:00, it was fully occupied. The itinerary that worked for us: 🔸 Arrive at opening time 🔸 Bus ride with wild animals 🔸 Early lunch 🔸 Pandas and lemurs Keep in mind: the queue for the red pandas is long, so it might be worth heading there first. The park is huge, but everything is clear and convenient. We managed to do everything we wanted in half a day.

Highlight 1: Winter Break Meets Spring Festival, the Ultimate Kid-Friendly Destination is Here! Winter break meets Spring Festival, the ultimate kid-friendly destination is here! At Shanghai Wild Animal Park, celebrate the Year of the Horse with horse-themed blessings, rare animals in the same frame, multi-angle viewing, and immersive interactions that guarantee your winter joy. Check in with ponies, zebras, and other equine species, plus animals with "horse" in their names like wildebeests and hippos to unlock exclusive Year of the Horse cuteness. Enjoy international circus and equestrian shows, watching warriors and horses perform in perfect harmony, exuding a bold and majestic aura. Rare animals from around the world gather here—watch the lazy national treasures in their eating broadcasts, see African elephant herds showcasing their majestic savanna presence, the real "Monkey King"—golden snub-nosed monkeys leaping through the forest, and the nationally exclusive giant rhinoceros playing and running in the mud. Ride the feeding vehicle through ten exhibition zones to get up close with fierce beasts like tigers, leopards, bears, and lions, immersing yourself in the wild beauty. Take a boat tour to see golden snub-nosed monkeys, white kangaroos, crested ibises, and over 20 other rare animals and migratory birds, unlocking unique viewing perspectives. Check in at special zones like Lemur Island and Monkey World for an immersive zoo walk experience. Interact closely with red pandas, kangaroos, capybaras, giraffes, and more to unlock your exclusive healing moments. For winter break fun with kids and Spring Festival blessings, come to Shanghai Wild Animal Park for a winter date with your animal friends. Highlight 2: Bring the Brand-New Check-in Passport and Explore the Animal World! Shanghai Wild Animal Park’s brand-new check-in passport is now available! Follow the check-in map to explore the animal world~ The passport comes with a protective cover and lanyard design, available in red, green, blue, and orange covers. Hang it on your bag for a memorable souvenir and a stylish accessory on the go. It’s not just a keepsake but your exclusive pass to animal exploration. Follow the map inside the passport to find six stamping points, each corresponding to a cute animal, allowing you to check in while unlocking animal science knowledge! Meet the Panda - Giant Panda Stamp: Winter is the most active season for giant pandas. They play outdoors, climbing tree trunks to mark territory, running on the grass, and when tired, sitting on platforms hugging bamboo and bamboo shoots to feast. Red Panda Shop - Red Panda Stamp: Red pandas are known for their "lazy and gluttonous" personality, loving to lounge on cloud ladders and branches, using their fluffy tails as pillows for naps. The scent of apples instantly perks them up, and they drool uncontrollably when eating sweet apples, making them the park’s "cute ambassador." Water Area Shop - Kangaroo Stamp: Kangaroo Hill is home to over thirty red and gray kangaroos. During the day, they nap on the lawn with half-closed eyes, showing a lazy "classy" look. Kangaroo moms carry joeys in their pouches and occasionally hop slowly with their babies on the grass. MINI Animal World - Siberian Tiger Stamp: The Siberian tigers in this zone are "sunbathing enthusiasts," precisely finding the sunniest spots, curling up on rocks or majestically leaping onto zebra car roofs to survey their territory, looking like giant lazy cats. Creative Story House - Capybara Stamp: Capybara moms stroll slowly with their "capybaras" between lawns and shallow pools. Some are lively "e-capybaras," some prefer solitude "i-capybaras," and others are "foodie capybaras" or "zen capybaras." Small Animal Paradise Shop - Parrot Stamp: The parrot zone near Small Animal Paradise is lively, with colorful macaws as the "atmosphere makers." They often flap their bright wings and preen each other, lively and spirited, occasionally making loud calls, earning the title of the park’s "happy little trumpets." Creative Market - Super Commemorative Stamp: After collecting all six exclusive animal stamps, head to the Creative Market to get a super commemorative stamp featuring multiple cute animals and redeem a super soft and adorable paw charm for free! Hang the paw charm on your passport lanyard to carry the joy of your park visit with you! The check-in passport is available for purchase at various creative shops in the park. Stamping hours are from 10:00 to 16:00 (subject to change, please confirm on-site).

🚗【Parking Guide】 The park opens at 8:30 AM. For those driving, it’s recommended to arrive before 8:30. Parking Lot 2 is closest to the main entrance, perfect for the lazy ones! 🅿️ After parking and scanning your ID to enter, don’t miss the 9:15 Animal Grand Welcome, with lots of adorable animals waiting for you to pet them~✨ 🎪【Must-See Shows】 👉🏻Ocean Adventure (Sea Lion Theater) 10:00/12:30/15:15 The cute sea lion show is legendary! Kids won’t want to leave after watching 🤩 👉🏻Nature Secrets (Sun Plaza) 10:30/12:00/13:15 Animal science show is super interesting, remember to sit in the front row! 👉🏻Beast Party (Beast Mountain Theater) 14:15 Recommend lining up half an hour early, various rare animals all on stage 🐘 🚌【Tour Bus Options】 1️⃣ Free enclosed bus: warm and odorless in winter (highly recommend the middle right seats!) 2️⃣ +50 RMB open bus: driver feeding experience (great for photos!) 3️⃣ +100 RMB Pro version: feed the animals yourself, super fun! 🦒 💰【Feeding Tips】 100 RMB interactive ticket is a great deal! (Limited to 300 tickets daily) Feed at 15 interactive points as much as you want ❤️ or Single feeding 30 RMB for one type of animal (capybaras are super gentle and great to pet!) 🐾【Family Tips】 · Petting zoo lets you get close to capybaras, super cute! · Giant Panda House is most active around 11 AM during feeding 🐼 · Remember to bring carrot sticks 🍎 (feeding allowed in some areas) 📍Address: No. 178 Nanliu Road, Xuanqiao Town, Pudong New Area, Shanghai 🕒Opening Hours: Weekends 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM) 🎫Tickets: 129 RMB/person (discounts available when booking on Trip.com~)

Even the tigers are acting cute?! 🐯 The 30th anniversary celebration of Shanghai Wild Animal Park is here! There are amazing discounts throughout November! 🤩 【Must-See Animal Stars】 ✨ Adorable White Tiger: Oh my, this white fluffy ball is so pettable! The natural cuteness king on the grass~ ✨ Chubby Crocodile: Woohoo~ Such great meals! Looks like the furry boss of the zoo ✨ Messy Lion: How can there be such a scruffy male lion?! The hairstyle is totally wild! 😂 ✨ Playful Monkey: The king of jumping poses, definitely the mood booster of the zoo ✨ Greedy Elephant: The way it curls its trunk around leaves is irresistibly cute! ✨ Ugly-Cute Flamingo: Haha~ This pink standing pose is just hilarious 【Big Perks】🎁 🆓 Free ticket guide! 🐯 Free entry for 30-year-olds: Friends born between November 1, 1994, and November 30, 1995, can enter for free with their ID card 🎓 Tour guide card benefit: Both physical and electronic tour guide cards can be used to get free tickets at the window ⚠️ Important: Free tickets require advance reservation! Each ID card and phone number can only purchase 1 ticket 【Tips for Enjoying】 ⏰ Recommended to arrive around 10 AM, you can play until closing at 5 PM 👟 The park is huge, remember to wear comfortable shoes! Maximum walking 📸 Animal photo tips: Recommended to use burst mode, white tigers and flamingos are expression pack champions! 📍 Address: No. 178 Nanliu Highway, Pudong New Area, Shanghai 🕒 Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Want to spend a day surrounded by wildlife right in Shanghai? 🐅🦒 Then Shanghai Wild Animal Park is the perfect choice! Here, you can see tigers, lions, giraffes, pandas, and many other animals in spacious enclosures and safari areas. The safari rides and interactive lemur encounters are particularly impressive. 🦝📸 🎟 Tickets: ¥128 (includes a bus tour) Additional expenses: 🦘 To enter the kangaroo enclosure and feed them, you need to pay ¥30 🦙 To get closer to alpacas and llamas for photos, you need to pay ¥40 🚇 How to get there by metro: Take Line 2 to Chuansha Station, then transfer to a taxi or local bus—the park is about 10–15 minutes away. ⏰ Opening hours: The park is usually open from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, but some animal zones close earlier.

The Shanghai Astronomy Museum is quite a way from downtown, but you can either take the subway if you're on a budget or grab a taxi to save time. The museum is absolutely worth the trip; honestly, I thought it was cooler than Disneyland! Right from the entrance, it's packed with interactive exhibits and multiple halls offering various activities where you can touch, spin, and launch everything. It's fantastic! A must-visit for all tech geeks and space enthusiasts. Yes, there are a lot of kids around, but you'll feel like a kid yourself! You'll completely forget to take photos as you wander around, look, touch, launch things, and stare in awe all over again. Halfway back to the city is the Wild Animal Park, which is just as incredible. If you spend your morning at the museum, definitely spend your afternoon here. The enclosures are spacious and semi-open with no typical "cages." You can even step inside some habitats to feed the animals under staff supervision—like the red pandas! You can also stroll among playful lemurs, reminding you once more that you're still a kid at heart. The park leaves a lasting, amazing impression. I chose this park over the regular zoo because it paired so well with the astronomy museum, and I don't regret a single second of it!

【1950 RMB to Explore Shanghai Flower Elf Castle · Perfect Guide for a Family of Four】 💫 This is definitely the hottest spot for kids in Shanghai recently! A perfect blend of European-style fantasy castle and Chinese courtyard, the May Day family trip is a no-brainer! The pink and tender castle had our two little ones screaming with joy all day long! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 🎨 Complete Guide to 5 Must-Play Themed Areas: 🏰 Flower Elf Main Castle A pink fairy tale world dominating social media! ✨ Best photo spots: · The rose wall on the front of the castle (best light from 8-9 AM) · The second-floor balcony overlooking the entire garden (beautiful backlight photos at 3 PM) 🌿 Fantasy Garden Maze An adventure paradise for kids! 💎 Hidden feature: Collect 3 elf stamps to exchange for a limited edition badge (pick up the map at the main entrance) ⚠️ Tips: The right passage of the maze leads straight to the exit, a time-saving hack! 🎨 Fairy Tale Art Workshop Time for parents to relax~ DIY projects: ▷ Castle building blocks (128 RMB) ▷ Magic wand graffiti (68 RMB) Great souvenirs to take home! 🍰 Magic Dessert House A visually stunning fairy tale afternoon tea! 🔥 Must-try: · Rainbow macaron tower (128 RMB) · Elf special juice (36 RMB/cup) Value-packed family set for 238 RMB! ✨ Starlight Fountain Show The grand finale you can’t miss at 7:30 PM! ⏰ Best viewing spot: third row of seats directly in front of the fountain (Reserve your seat 40 minutes early to get the prime spot!) 💰 Expense Breakdown: ✔ Tickets: Family package 1040 RMB (2 adults + 2 kids) ✔ Food & Drinks: Lunch 298 + Afternoon tea 238 + Snacks 50 ✔ Shopping: Souvenirs 258 RMB (castle model is a must-buy!) ✔ Transportation: Parking 40 RMB/day 🎀 Helpful Tips: ✅ Wear light colors for better photos (white/pink recommended) ✅ Sunscreen essentials (hat + sunglasses + mini fan) ✅ Download the official app for real-time queue updates ✅ Bring your own water bottle (free water dispensers available) 📸 Stunning Photo Spots: ➤ Family photo under the castle arch ➤ Adventure shot holding the map in the maze ➤ Side profile backlit by the dessert house window ➤ Silhouette shots during the light show ⏰ Recommended visit duration: 5-6 hours (lunch available at the castle restaurant) Guide (Real photos: kids running in the garden × panoramic pink castle × exquisite afternoon tea) ✨ In this dream kingdom, surprises hide in every corner. Bring your little ones and create your own fairy tale memories!

Took the kids to Shanghai Wild Animal Park over the weekend and put together a super comprehensive guide. If you want to go, you can refer to it👇 🎫Tickets Adults 165 RMB Students and seniors half price, remember to bring ID 🚗Transportation Address: No. 178 Nanliu Highway, Huinan Town, Pudong New Area Metro: Line 16 Wild Animal Park Station + Pudong Bus 125 Self-driving: P2 Parking Lot Inside the park, there are electric carts for 45 RMB/person, stopping at stations Also electric bikes for 200 RMB/hour, suitable for those who don’t want to walk My itinerary🔥 9:00 Enter the park and head straight to the flamingos, hundreds of them, great for photos🦩 9. 30 Go to the sea lion theater to watch the Ocean Adventure show at 10:00 10. 30 The highlight of the predator area! Take the feeding vehicle for 50 RMB/person, fed by keepers, bears, lions, and tigers are very close🐯 11. 30 Walking area: giraffes, kangaroos, pandas, hippos, elephants; from 11:00 to 15:00 some animals can be fed (30 RMB/person) 12. 45 Watch the Nature Decoded show at 13:15 at Sun Plaza, featuring equestrian and various animal behaviors 13. 45 Reserve seats at the Beast Mountain Theater, the Beast Party at 14:15 is the grand finale, only one show per day!! 15:45 Wrap up check-in: amusement park, tiger feeding (a must-see, very thrilling), lemur island with free-roaming cute little ones, and baby animals at the small animal park🍀 Show times are subject to the official mini program, may be canceled on rainy days The park is very large, electric carts or bikes are recommended, walking is really tiring Tiger feeding is a must-see! Lemur island’s monkeys roam freely and you can stroll around at will

New Hotel Review Near Shanghai Disneyland‼️ 🌟Interior: Very new❗️Very clean❗️Also very spacious❗️Hardly any complaints, the sofa seems to be a sofa bed, feels like it can sleep one more person, facilities are basically similar to Atour, smart toilet, electric curtains✨✨ 🌟Exterior: There is an executive lounge for working, a rooftop swimming pool which is outdoor, a small gym, and several children's playgrounds, quite suitable for families with kids🤩🤩 🌟Transportation: Not very convenient, about twenty minutes from the subway station, and the hotel does not provide shuttle service to the subway station, but there are shuttles to Disneyland and the Wildlife Park. You can take the subway to Disneyland or the Wildlife Park, and there are three shuttle trips to Disneyland, while the Wildlife Park shuttle runs only once in the morning and returns in the afternoon, both times at P8. 🌟Breakfast: Breakfast is quite abundant until 10 AM, but it’s better to go early. The cooked noodles are quite tasty, the stir-fried dishes are good, others are average, but compared to ordinary hotels, it’s acceptable. 🏨 Shanghai Rich Garden Hotel

Photos + Route + Tips to Avoid Pitfalls~ 🚇Transportation & Ticket Guide 📍Address: No. 178 Nanliu Highway, Pudong New Area ✅Transportation: Metro Line 16 to Wild Animal Park Station, 10-minute walk to the park (Parking fee 30 RMB/day for self-driving) 🎫Tickets: Adults 165 RMB (includes free wild beast shuttle bus), discounted purchase 139 RMB, students/seniors 82 RMB, park opens at 9:00 AM, recommended to arrive early! Leaving at 4 PM allows for a more relaxed visit. I got free tickets, saving some money. ⏰Efficient Route (No backtracking) 09:00 Enter park → Flamingo Lake photo spot → Wild beast feeding vehicle (less queue) / free shuttle bus (longer queue) 11:00 Giant Panda Pavilion → Tiger Restaurant for Jungle Set Meal (eat while watching the tiger king climb poles) 13:30 Sun Plaza Beast Show (very crowded, we queued an hour early) → 14:30 Sea Lion Theater → 15:30 Tiger Hunting Show 16:00 Giraffe Interaction → 16:30 Lemur Island / Macaw Area for any missed spots 1. Wild beast feeding vehicle (50 RMB): Choose the right side seats! Black bears press against the window for food, lions and tigers stroll nearby, much more immersive than the free shuttle bus. Or take the free shuttle bus: People say the front row offers the best experience but no interaction. 2. Flamingo Lake: Head straight here after entering! Over 200 pink angels stroll by the clear water. Wearing white or light-colored clothes makes for perfect Instagram shots. Feeding for 20 RMB lets you capture close-up pecking moments📸 3. Giraffe Interaction Area: Buy a bunch of leaves for 20 RMB, feed them in portions and capture the “cutest height difference.” They’re hungriest at 2 PM, their gentle tongues licking your palm is so healing🦒 4. Giant Panda Pavilion: Catch the feeding show at 10:30! Watch the chubby pandas nibble bamboo shoots, a heartwarming scene. There’s a panda café at the exit, perfect for cute afternoon tea photos🐼 5. Water Exploration Boat Tour: Feels like entering the “Amazon Rainforest,” see capybaras waving and hippos blowing bubbles underwater, a perfect cool-down in the afternoon✨ ⚠️Tips & Pitfalls to Avoid · Bring your own snacks! Prices inside the park are high, a hand-grabbed pancake costs 25 RMB, a grilled sausage 10 RMB. Remember to bring coins (some feeding machines only accept coins). · Be sure to apply sunscreen, it’s very sunny on good weather days. · Avoid entering animal areas at noon, animals are usually sleeping; the children’s playground and nursery are free to play, great for families. · Download the official app to check real-time show schedules to avoid missing them. A day spent close to the animals is so joyful, the scenery is beautiful, and it’s perfect for taking lots of photos with friends. There are many kids in the park, and compared to other zoos, you can get closer to the animals here, making it ideal for family visits.

Tired of Disney and the Safari Park? Today, I’m sharing 3 hidden gem parks—free, less crowded, top-notch facilities—that keep kids entertained all day with zero hassle, offering value that beats paid amusement parks! 🏙️ Tiantong Road and Wusong Road Pocket Park: 6,297㎡ urban childhood paradise A hidden surprise in Hongkou North Bund! It takes "child-friendly" to the extreme, maximizing the fun of outings with kids~ "Liujin Playground" suits all ages: from toddlers to school-age kids, each has dedicated equipment; camphor trees provide full shade, so no sunburn in summer; plenty of parent seats with phone charging stations, making outings fun and worry-free. Six themed spots: Flowing Light, Radiance, Tide Life, Floating Green... every step a new scene, surrounded by greenery and scenic features, perfect for family photos. Thoughtful details: fully accessible with no barriers, stroller-friendly smooth paths that won’t hurt your feet. 📍 Address: Intersection of Tiantong Road and Wusong Road, Hongkou District 🌿 Chunhui Garden: 5,000㎡ treasure open 24/7 Yangpu’s new favorite kid spot, small but exquisite, making every inch count! Safety maxed out: children’s area covered with non-slip soft flooring; swings designed for “child sits + parent accompanies,” so no worries about bumps. All-age friendly: besides kids’ play area, there’s an adult fitness zone and a senior rest corner, fun for the whole family. Looks great: white tulip-shaped sunshades are perfect for photos; gentle lighting at night; open 24 hours, so you can come anytime to let kids burn energy. 📍 Address: Northwest corner of Longjiang Road and Lanzhou Road, Yangpu District 🌸 Changning Hongqiao Talent Forest: Nature + tech family park 3,270㎡ waterfront park combining nature education with fun interactive play! Fun interactive installations: swings, rocking horses + tech mini-games that boost kids’ hands-on skills and thinking. Nature education hotspot: shaded Suining River waterfront trail with seasonal flowers and plants; “Magnolia Lecture Hall” is perfect for teaching kids about plants. Clear functional zones: blue fitness trail connects Youth Square, family area, and lecture hall—one-stop for play, stroll, and exercise. 📍 Address: Along Suining River, Changning District (west connects to Yingle Road, north borders Guanghong Road) 💡 Ultimate tips for kid outings in Shanghai: ✅ Off-peak secret: weekday mornings have the fewest people, kids can run wild, and photos are free of crowds. ✅ Must-haves: plenty of snacks + warm water (few food options in parks), wear non-slip shoes for running and jumping. ✅ Transport guide: accessible by bus and subway; parking costs 10-15 RMB/hour, great value. ✅ Efficient plan: visit 2 parks in one day (e.g., Tiantong Road in the morning + Chunhui Garden in the afternoon), and explore nearby shopping areas. No need to spend big to give your kids quality time! These city micro-renewal parks truly understand what moms need~ Do you have any secret kid-friendly spots? Share your tips in the comments!