A Perfect Guide to Jeonju Zoo for a Family Outing
As the weather warms up, it's the perfect season for spring outings with children or romantic dates with loved ones. One of the first places in Jeollabuk-do where the vibrant energy of spring comes alive is the beloved 'Jeonju Zoo', which has recently transformed into an ecological zoo.
Here, the life that has been dormant throughout winter stretches out, and the laughter of children dances like pollen in the gentle spring sun. Beyond mere observation, the zoo serves as an ecological learning environment where children can learn the value of life by calling out the names of the animals. How about a weekend trip to Jeonju Zoo to create lasting spring memories with your kids?
◆ Location: 73-48 Deokjin-dong 1-ga, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do
◆ Opening Hours: March to October: 9 AM - 7 PM (Last entry allowed until 1 hour before closing)
◆ Parking: Spacious parking available, fee: 1,500 KRW (Prepaid upon entry, no additional charges based on time)
◆ Admission Fees: Adults: 3,000 KRW, Youth (13-18 years): 2,000 KRW, Children (5-12 years): 1,000 KRW (30% discount for groups of 20 or more)
◆ Prohibited Items: Pets, kickboards, bicycles, electric cars, tents, balls, drones, etc.
◆ Facilities: Strollers and wheelchairs available for rent at the main entrance, restrooms, convenience store.
◆ Animal Ecology Tours: Daily tours at 10 AM, 11 AM, 1:30 PM, and 2:30 PM with an animal ecology guide.
What is the best way to explore Jeonju Zoo?
◆ Recommended Routes:
Animal Viewing Route A: Bison → Elephant → Hippopotamus → Ostrich → Tropical Birds → Small Animals → Siberian Tiger → Wolf Forest → Birds of Prey → Otter → Lion → Large Bird Aviary → Bear Exhibit
Animal Viewing Route B: Bison → Elephant → Hippopotamus → Ostrich → Tropical Birds → Small Animals → Siberian Tiger → Wolf Forest → Herbivore Forest → Macaque Forest → Predator Forest → Bear Exhibit → Large Bird Aviary
Healing Route: Main Entrance → Giraffe Area → Dreamland (Amusement Park)
Viewing Point 1: The happiness of animals is our happiness, the sincerity of the 'Ecological Zoo'
As you walk through Jeonju Zoo, you'll notice a different kind of 'space' compared to other zoos. Instead of narrow cages, there are wide open spaces and shaded areas where animals move freely without being confined to the viewers' gaze.
This allows children to understand that animals are not just 'subjects' to observe but living beings with whom we share the planet. This is part of Jeonju Zoo's 'Animal Happiness Project'.
Viewing Point 2: The romantic place of spring, 'Dreamland'
If you feel that a day spent only greeting animals at Jeonju Zoo is not enough, head over to 'Dreamland', an amusement park where you can rediscover your childhood joy.
Operating Hours: 10 AM - 6 PM (Extended to 6:30 PM on weekends and holidays)
At Dreamland, you can enjoy various rides such as the Dragon Roller Coaster, Viking Ship, Haunted House, Ferris Wheel, and more.
Jeonju Zoo is a place where you can directly feel the energy of life awakening. Why not meet the friends you’ve only seen in books with your child, or enjoy a leisurely weekend walk under the warm spring sun with your partner? Pack a light bag and a lunch box, and head to Jeonju Zoo to meet the flowers and animal friends while enjoying thrilling rides. The purest spring, which we have forgotten, is waiting for us.
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