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Status: Shut 30 Aug–8 Nov 2025 (bird flu); the official site still showed the closure notice when checked. Closed every Friday.
Delhi's main zoo next to Purana Qila, a large green campus with big cats, primates, birds and reptiles; closed on Fridays.
The National Zoological Park sits beside Purana Qila in central Delhi and covers about 176 acres of landscaped enclosures and ponds. It houses a wide range of Indian and exotic animals, including tigers, lions, rhinos, elephants, primates and many bird species. Battery-operated vehicles are available for those who don't want to walk the full circuit. Tickets are bookable online and at the gate via QR code.
Highlights
- big cats
- rhino and elephant enclosures
- waterbird aviary
- battery-operated car rides
Tips
- Book online to skip queues
- Arrive early; animals are more active in the morning
- Outside food and plastic are restricted
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