Mysore Zoo
One of India's oldest and best-run zoos, opened in 1892 by the Maharaja.
- Timings
- Around 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM (closed Tuesday)
- Entry fee
- Approx. ₹100 – ₹150 (Indian), higher for foreign visitors
- Time needed
- 3 – 4 hours
- Best time
- Early morning when animals are active
About Mysore Zoo
Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens opened in 1892 and is consistently rated among the best-managed zoos in India — spacious enclosures, mature trees and a serious conservation and breeding record, particularly with elephants and big cats. It houses around 150 species across 157 acres. It is a straightforward, well-executed family half-day, and unusually pleasant to walk around because of the tree cover.
Insider tips
- Closed Tuesdays
- Book online to skip a long ticket queue at weekends
- Animals are most active in the first hour after opening
Mysore Zoo — common questions
What are the Mysore Zoo timings?
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Mysore Zoo is open Around 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM (closed Tuesday).
What is the entry fee for Mysore Zoo?
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Entry: Approx. ₹100 – ₹150 (Indian), higher for foreign visitors.
How much time do you need at Mysore Zoo?
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Plan for roughly 3 – 4 hours.
What is the best time to visit Mysore Zoo?
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Early morning when animals are active.
How crowded does Mysore Zoo get?
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High crowd levels overall — go early to avoid the worst of it.
Nearby
More to see in Mysuru
PalaceMysore Palace (Amba Vilas)
India's most visited palace — and on Sunday nights, 100,000 bulbs light the whole facade.
TempleChamundi Hills & Temple
1,000 steps up to the goddess who gives Mysuru its name, past a giant monolithic Nandi.
ParkBrindavan Gardens
Terraced gardens below the KRS dam, with a musical fountain show after dark.
HeritageSt. Philomena's Cathedral
A neo-Gothic cathedral modelled on Cologne Cathedral, with 175-foot twin spires.