Johore Zoo

Johore Zoo is situated at Jalan Gertak Merah and is reputed to be the first zoo in Asia. It was established in the year 1928 by the late Sultan of Johor, Sultan Ibrahim Ibni Almarhum Sultan Abu Bakar and was opened to the public in the year 1962. Sultan Abu Bakar Mosque is located within the vicinity of the zoo. On a day with smooth traffic flow, it is about 10 minutes drive away from the city centre of Johor Bahru. 

                                                  Entrance of Zoo Johore

It is a very much smaller scale zoo with an area of about 12.5 hectares compared to Singapore Zoo or Zoo Negara in Kuala Lumpur. However, this zoo is a popular place where families with young children go during the weekends and public holidays for a time of recreation or simply getting together for a time of relaxation. There are good facilities such as benches that you can use as picnic spots with your family members.

                                                        paddling activity

One of the activities that you can do while here is paddling the boat at the mini lake located near the entrance of the zoo. Young children will be excited with this activity. There is also a photography corner where you can take some pictures with the animals. Horse riding is another interesting event that you will enjoy.

Playgrounds, food stalls, recreation square and restrooms are also provided for the convenience of visitors. Bring along a cap and water as the temperature can be quite hot and humid in the afternoon.

Tel: +607- 223 0404 or +607 224 5791

Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday 9 am – 6 pm

The zoo open daily to the public including public holidays

Entrance fee for adult is RM2.00, children between 3 to 12 years old is RM1.00, secondary student is RM2.00 and primary student is RM1.00

Camera and video camera are allowed to bring in without any charge.