Get the feel of a safari park just a short ride away from the big city. Shanghai Wild Animal Park is an expansive haven of wildlife hidden away in the city’s Pudong area, a home to more than 200 species from all over the world. It’s a great spot for a weekend adventure or to keep the whole family entertained.
The park is divided into two areas: the first where you can walk between enclosures and the second is a drive-in area where you can board a bus and ride into the safari section for close contact with the animals. Enter the walking area and find white lions, crocodiles, kangaroos, ostriches, and most importantly the greatest treasures of the park, the pandas.
The drive-in area showcases the amazing world of wild animals right up close. Watch as tigers, lions, giraffes, elephants, and bears wander and play as you ride past. This is a special experience that is not only fun but safe. There are also animal shows and dog racing.
Aside from the animals, you’ll also find a variety of facilities for children to play and a Ferris wheel that gives you a panorama over the park, and plenty of choices for snacks and meals to keep your energy up all day.
March to June: 09:15-16:30
July to August: 09:15-18:00
September to November: 09:15-16:30
December to February: 09:15-15:30
Boating Section Opening Time:
March to November 09:15-16:30
December-February 09:15-15:30
Performance Times:
International Circus at International Circus Theater (extra fee required)
Time: 13:00; holidays 12:30 & 14:00
Animal Welcome at the square inside the main gate (free admission)
Time: weekends and holidays only - 09:15
Moana at Sealion Theater (free admission)
Time: Monday-Friday 10:00 & 15:15; weekends & public holidays 10:00/12:30/15:15 plus extra session in July-Aug at 19:30
Beast Party at the Beast Mountain Theater (free admission)
Time: 14:15
Decode Nature at Sun Square (free admission)
Time: 10:30/12:00/13:15
Beast Party will be canceled if the temperature falls to 0°C or below
Dog show at Sun Square will be canceled if the temperature rises to 37°C or above
Animal Welcome and all other shows at Sun Square will be canceled if the temperature rises to 37°C or above
Shows may also be canceled in the event of rain or other circumstances
The park exhibitions (except the International Circus) are free to watch and the Animal Welcome occurs only on weekends and holidays
The actual activity times are subject to change and are displayed daily on-site
In case of rainy days or other special circumstances, some exhibits and the Animal Welcome will be suspended