Chapultepec Zoo

Mexico City, Mexico

Chapultepec Zoo sits in Mexico City’s expansive Chapultepec Park, offering free access to a wide range of animals, most famously giant pandas. Its high visitor rating and central location make it a top choice for families and wildlife enthusiasts alike.

Why choose Chapultepec Zoo

You’ll wander through lush parkland while spotting species you rarely see elsewhere, all without paying admission. The experience feels intimate compared with larger, ticketed parks, letting you focus on the animals and the surrounding greenery.

Best for: Families · Wildlife · First-timers

Start your Chapultepec morning here

Begin at the zoo, then wander to nearby cultural sites and finish with a relaxed lunch nearby.

Morning — Chapultepec Zoo
11:00 — Museo Nacional de Antropología
Lunch — Los Panchos Restaurant

Visit tips

Enter through the main gate near the park entrance to see the pandas first.
Carry a refillable bottle; water fountains are available throughout the zoo.
Arrive early; the zoo opens at 9 a.m. and can fill up by midday.
Dress comfortably for walking and bring water; the park is large and mostly outdoors.

Plan your visit

Recommended duration: 2–3 hours — allows time for exhibits and park walk
Best time of day: Early morning, before 10:00 — beats the midday crowds
Hours: 09:00–17:00 (closed Monday) — Closed on Mondays
Category: zoo
Rated 4.2 by 73982 reviewers
Tags: free entry, family friendly, panda spotting, city park

Nearby attractions

Museo Nacional de Antropología — museum, 6 min walk
Chapultepec Castle — castle, 11 min walk
Los Panchos Restaurant — restaurant, 16 min walk
Paseo de la Reforma — landmark, 7 min walk
Klein's — cafe, 15 min walk
Casa Estudio Luis Barragán — museum, 17 min walk

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