Korea Central Zoo
Museum Major zoo in Pyongyang with native and exotic animals
Major zoological park in Pyongyang housing a broad collection of mammals, birds and reptiles, with landscaped enclosures and an amusement area; foreign visitors typically visit on organized tours.
The Korea Central Zoo is the main zoological park in Pyongyang, North Korea, serving as the country’s principal public zoo.
Established as the capital’s central zoo, it has been managed as a state facility and altered over time with additional enclosures and periodic refurbishments. It functions as both a public attraction and an institution for animal display within Pyongyang.
The zoo is located within Pyongyang city limits in the capital region, accessible from central districts as part of city tourist itineraries.
- Access: Located in Pyongyang and typically visited as part of organized tours rather than independent visits.
How to Get to Korea Central Zoo #
Korea Central Zoo is located in Pyongyang. Independent travel within North Korea is restricted, so visitors normally visit the zoo as part of an organized tour; access is provided by the tour operator using coach or escorted vehicles from central Pyongyang hotels or the city tour starting point. Please arrange transport and entry through an approved travel agency.
Tips for Visiting Korea Central Zoo #
- Foreign visitors can visit Korea Central Zoo only as part of an organized, government-approved tour in North Korea - arrange the visit through an authorized tour operator rather than attempting independent travel.
- Follow the instructions of your DPRK guide at all times during the visit; access, photography and areas open to foreigners are controlled and guides will direct what is permitted on that day.
- Plan the zoo into your wider Pyongyang itinerary through your tour operator so timing aligns with other scheduled visits-spontaneous drop-ins are not possible for independent travelers.
Best Time to Visit Korea Central Zoo #
Spring and autumn are generally the most pleasant times to visit the Korea Central Zoo; expect higher crowds in summer and limited outdoor activity in winter.
Weather & Climate near Korea Central Zoo #
Korea Central Zoo's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) - Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -12°C to 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1050 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -12°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (277 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (239 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -8°C. The driest month with just 16 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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