Located in Scarborough near Rouge Park in Toronto's east end, the Toronto Zoo is Canada's largest zoo, spanning 287 hectares (710 acres) and hosting over 3,000 animals across more than 300 species. Open every day of the year, this expansive destination averages roughly 1.2 million visitors annually. You will discover an incredible, taxonomically diverse collection of wildlife displayed across seven zoogeographic regions: Indo-Malaya, Africa, Americas, Tundra Trek, Australasia, Eurasia, and the Canadian Domain.
As you explore, you can view animals both indoors within immersive pavilions and outdoors in naturalistic environments across multiple viewing levels. Head to the Tundra Trek to see polar bears, Arctic wolves, and reindeer, or wander through the Africa Savanna and Gorilla Rainforest—home to the world's largest indoor western lowland gorilla habitat. Kids will love the dedicated interactive zones, including Splash Island water play area and the Kids Zoo.
Whether you are checking out the Great Barrier Reef tank in the Australasia Pavilion, viewing snow leopards in Eurasia Wilds, or riding the rubber-tired Zoomobile tram, the Toronto Zoo offers an extraordinary world-class wildlife adventure.
What to see at Toronto Zoo
- Seven distinct zoogeographic regions showcasing over 3,000 animals
- Tundra Trek featuring polar bears, Arctic wolves, reindeer, and snowy owls
- Gorilla Rainforest with the world's largest indoor western lowland gorilla habitat
- Interactive family fun at Splash Island water play area and the Kids Zoo
Visiting tips
Hop aboard the rubber-tired Zoomobile tram to easily travel between the zoo's vast grounds and geographic pavilions.
How long: Full day · Best time: Open year-round
How to get there & what’s nearby
Toronto Zoo is easy to reach on Toronto’s public transport. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Toronto travel guide.
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