Ostrava Zoo

Zoo Ostrava is a zoological garden located in the southeastern part of Ostrava, in the district of Slezská Ostrava (Silesian Ostrava). It ranks among the notable attractions of this part of Czechia, easily reachable for both locals and visitors exploring Ostrava and the wider Cieszyn Silesia area.

What makes Zoo Ostrava stand out?

The institution actively takes part in international efforts to protect endangered species, participating in the European Endangered Species Programme (EEP). This is a network of coordinated breeding programmes through which European zoos collaborate to help preserve populations of species threatened with extinction, maintained ex situ, outside their natural habitat. Being part of the EEP means Zoo Ostrava operates not simply as a place to view animals, but as part of a broader, continent-wide network of institutions engaged in wildlife conservation.

Where exactly is the zoo located?

Zoo Ostrava sits in the district of Slezská Ostrava, part of the city of Ostrava — the third-largest city in Czechia, located in the Moravian-Silesian Region near the border with Poland. The garden's geographic coordinates are approximately 49.8456°N, 18.3251°E, placing it in the northeastern part of the country, in a region with strong historical and cultural ties to the neighbouring Cieszyn Silesia area on the Polish side of the border.

Its position in the southeastern part of the city makes the zoo a natural stop for anyone exploring Ostrava — a city shaped by an industrial past that is now transforming into a destination for urban tourism, culture, and recreation.

Why consider Zoo Ostrava for a trip?

For travellers exploring the Moravian-Silesian Region, the zoo offers a combination of nature-focused education and leisure. Its participation in the European Endangered Species Programme underlines that the institution's role extends beyond the local level — it forms part of a larger, cross-border effort to preserve biodiversity across Europe.

Its proximity to the Polish-Czech border also makes Zoo Ostrava a convenient day-trip destination for residents of southern Poland, particularly from Silesia and the Cieszyn Silesia region, who can combine a visit to the zoo with sightseeing in Ostrava itself.

Frequently asked questions

Which part of Ostrava is the zoo located in? The zoo is located in the southeastern part of the city, in the district of Slezská Ostrava.

Is Zoo Ostrava involved in animal conservation? Yes, it actively participates in the European Endangered Species Programme (EEP), which coordinates international efforts to protect species threatened with extinction.

Where is the zoo situated geographically? Approximately at coordinates 49.8456°N, 18.3251°E, in the Moravian-Silesian Region, close to the border with Poland.

Is it a good destination for travellers coming from Poland? Its proximity to the border makes it an easily accessible destination for travellers from southern Poland, especially as part of a day trip to Ostrava.