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Zoos & Aquariums

🦁 Zoos & Aquariums for Kids in Parktown North, South Africa

2 zoos, aquariums, and animal encounters rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Parktown North

🦁 Zoo

Johannesburg Zoo

$$4 mi away

Johannesburg Zoo offers families an authentic African wildlife experience in the heart of the city, home to over 2,000 animals including lions, elephants, giraffes, and rhinos. The zoo features interactive feeding opportunities, spacious walk-through exhibits, and educational programs that bring children face-to-face with creatures they've only seen in books. With shaded picnic areas and playgrounds scattered throughout, it's a full-day adventure that combines learning with outdoor fun.

🕑 3-4 hours

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🦁 Zoo

Croc City Crocodile and Reptile Park

$$4 mi away

Croc City offers an exciting hands-on reptile experience where kids can safely interact with snakes, lizards, and other fascinating creatures under expert supervision. The park's educational shows bring these amazing animals to life, and the chance to see massive Nile crocodiles up close makes this a thrilling adventure that combines learning with excitement. It's a perfect choice for families looking for something different from traditional safari experiences.

🕑 2-3 hours

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