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National Zoological Park Delhi

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National Zoological Park Delhi

National Zoological Park Delhi

This is a 176-acre national zoo located in New Delhi. Visitors go here to see a wide variety of animal species within spacious grounds that allow for walking and observation.

Getting There

The zoo is located centrally within New Delhi. From the city centre, it is accessible via taxi, auto-rickshaw, or the Delhi Metro. Depending on your starting point in the city centre and current traffic conditions, the journey typically takes between 20 and 40 minutes.

Time Allocation

Due to the size of the grounds, visitors should allow at least 3 to 5 hours to walk through the exhibits and view the animals without rushing.

When to Visit

The park is an outdoor attraction, so it is most comfortable during the cooler months from October to March. It can become very crowded on weekends and public holidays. Arriving early in the morning is generally recommended to avoid peak crowds and heat.

Nearby Attractions

The zoo is situated close to several historical and cultural sites, making it possible to combine your visit with the following:

  • Purana Qila (0.6km)
  • Humayun's Tomb (1.3km)
  • National Gallery of Modern Art (1.3km)
  • Bharat Mandapam (1.4km)

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Good to visit alongside

Purana Qila

Castles & palaces

Purana Qila

This is one of the oldest forts in Delhi, built by the Mughal emperor Humayun and Sher Shah of the Sur dynasty. It's located near the Pragati Maidan exhibition grounds, making it convenient to visit together.

0.6 km away
Humayun's Tomb

Heritage & monuments

Humayun's Tomb

This is the tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun in Delhi, India. As India's first garden tomb, it bears a striking resemblance to the Taj Mahal and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

1.3 km away
National Gallery of Modern Art

Museums & galleries

National Gallery of Modern Art

Founded in 1954, this is India's leading museum of modern art. Its collection of some 17,000 works offers a broad view of India's modern and contemporary art.

1.3 km away
Bharat Mandapam

Parks & gardens

Bharat Mandapam

Bharat Mandapam is a large convention center located within the Pragati Maidan complex. Newly opened ahead of the 2023 G20 Summit, it is one of India's largest exhibition and event venues.

1.4 km away
Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah

Temples & religious sites

Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah

This is the mausoleum of the Sufi saint Nizamuddin Auliya in Delhi, an Islamic shrine visited by many pilgrims every week. In the evenings, qawwali music fills the air, creating a distinctive atmosphere.

1.5 km away
Tomb of Sikandar Lodi

Heritage & monuments

Tomb of Sikandar Lodi

Located within Delhi's Lodhi Gardens, this tomb was built around 1517 by Ibrahim Lodi in honor of his father, a ruler of the Lodi dynasty. Strolling through the gardens, visitors can encounter traces of this bygone dynasty.

2.6 km away