Sapporo Maruyama Zoo
Hokkaido's First Zoo Surrounded by the Natural Beauty of Maruyama Park
Opened in 1951 as Hokkaido's first zoo, Maruyama Zoo is a popular attraction where visitors can observe around 140 animal species in a lush natural setting.
Located in the lush surroundings of Maruyama Park, Sapporo Maruyama Zoo is home to around 140 animal species and offers close-up wildlife experiences in a natural setting. Recent facility upgrades have made it possible to observe animal behavior more closely than ever.
A major highlight is the Polar Bear Pavilion, where visitors can watch polar bears swim dynamically through the water. From the underwater tunnel, polar bears and seals appear as if swimming side by side. At the Elephant House, visitors can observe Asian elephants as they go about their daily lives and see them swimming up close in Japan's first indoor pool for elephants.
Keeper-led talks and hands-on programs are also popular, offering fun ways to learn about the animals. With cafés inside the grounds and grassy areas ideal for a picnic on sunny days, Maruyama Zoo is a wonderful destination to connect with nature and wildlife during a trip to Sapporo.
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- Category
- With friends
- Girls' trip
- Family
- Travel style
- Parks, green spaces, multipurpose facilities
- Zoos and botanical gardens, aquariums, amusement parks
- Theme parks, tourist facilities
- Travel Inspiration
- Have fun with the kids
- Best for a girls' trip
- Nearest airports
General Information
- Postal code
- 〒064-0959
- Address
- 北海道札幌市中央区宮ケ丘3-1
- Telephone Number
- 011-621-1426
- Open
- 9:30-16:30 (Mar-Oct), 9:30-16:00 (Nov-Feb) *Last admission 30 minutes before closing
- Closed
- 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month (1st and 4th Wednesday in August only) (if the day falls on a public holiday, the following day); Apr. and Nov.: Monday to Friday of that week including the 2nd Wednesday.; 29-31 Dec.
- Prices
- Charged
- Car Park
- 700 spaces, charged
- Directions
- ●By bus: About 5 minutes from Maruyama-koen Subway Station
●On foot: About 15 minutes from Maruyama-koen Subway Station
●By car: About 30 minutes from Sasson Expwy Sapporo-Kita IC - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
