A family-friendly guide to Changsha Ecological Zoo.

Recently, I have been captivated by the cuteness of giant pandas, so I decided to visit Changsha Ecological Zoo to see these zoo stars! For those planning to visit with family during the holidays, here are some sincere tips to help you make the most of your trip. Save them now! Transportation - Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan Intercity Railway: Take the train to "Furong South Station," and you'll arrive at the zoo as soon as you exit the station. - Self-driving/taxi: Navigate directly to Changsha Ecological Zoo. Parking costs CNY 20. Ticket Information - All-in-one ticket: CNY 148 (includes walking area, driving area, forest theater, and polar pavilion) - Walking area: CNY 40 for adults, CNY 20 for students - Driving area: CNY 40 - Forest theater: CNY 20 - Polar pavilion: CNY 58 Opening Hours - Weekdays: 9:00 am–5:00 pm - Holidays: 8:00 am–5:30 pm Highlights - Walking area: Suitable for first-time visitors. It's recommended to visit the driving area first, then the walking area. The highlight of the walking area is the panda pavilion, home to two giant pandas, Da Mei and Qing Qing. Avoid visiting during the pandas' nap time (12:00 pm–2:00 pm). - Driving area: You can see giraffes and other free-range animals while riding the tour bus. - Polar pavilion: Features penguins, arctic wolves, seals, arctic foxes, and more, as well as the Ice and Snow Kingdom, Ocean Pavilion, and Jellyfish Pavilion. - Forest theater: Not recommended. The performances include tigers, monkeys riding bicycles, and more. Recommended Itinerary Main entrance → Driving area → Polar pavilion → Forest theater → Walking area → Panda pavilion → Crocodile pavilion → Red panda pavilion → Primate pavilion → Aviary → Reptile pavilion → Elephant pavilion → Interactive experience pavilion → Hippo pavilion → Lion and tiger corridor → Leopard pavilion → Lemur island → Playground → End of tour Travel Tips 1. Best time to visit: It's recommended to visit between 9:00 am and 12:00 pm or after 4:00 pm to avoid the animals' nap time. 2. Best viewing spots on the tour bus: Choose the front or back of the bus for better views of the animals. 3. Strollers: You can bring your own stroller. Most of the park has flat, paved paths suitable for strollers. 4. Bring snacks: Bring some cookies or chocolate to avoid getting hungry during your visit. 5. Sun protection and mosquito repellent: Bring sunscreen, mosquito repellent, hats, etc. Parents can also prepare small sweat towels. 6. Comfortable shoes: The park is large, so wear comfortable shoes. Avoid high heels, which can cause blisters. I hope these tips help you and your family enjoy a pleasant trip to Changsha Ecological Zoo! If you find them helpful, remember to like and share!