Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens - Mysore Zoo Guide

Mysore, KarnatakaZOO

One of India's oldest and most popular zoos, featuring a diverse collection of animals in spacious, well-maintained enclosures set amidst lush greenery.

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Half day (3-4 hours)

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Not Wheelchair Friendly

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About the Destination

Overview

Commonly known as Mysore Zoo, the Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens is one of the oldest and most well-regarded zoos in India. Spread across 157 acres, it provides a home to a wide array of animal species from different parts of the world. The enclosures are designed to be spacious and replicate natural habitats, set within a lush, garden-like environment. Visitors can walk along clean, tree-lined paths to see animals like giraffes, elephants, zebras, white tigers, and green anacondas.

Contact Information

Phone: +91-821-2447333

Email: zoomysore@gmail.com

Website: mysorezoo.info/

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Location & Address

Zoo Main Road, Indiranagar, Ittige Gudu, Indiranagar, Mysore, Karnataka, India

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Best Time to Visit

The ideal time to visit is from September to March when the weather is cool and pleasant, making the long walk through the zoo comfortable. The post-monsoon months leave the zoo looking fresh and green. Summers, from April to June, can be very hot, making an afternoon visit tiring. Monsoon season (July-August) sees rainfall that might interrupt your tour, but the crowds are thinner during this period.
Peak Crowd: October (during Dussehra), December-January (winter holidays), weekends, and all public holidays.
Moderate Crowd: September, November, February, and March on weekdays.
Low Crowd: April-June (due to heat) and July-August (during monsoon) on weekdays.

How to Reach

Air

The nearest airport is Mysore Airport (MYQ), located about 12 km away. However, it has limited connectivity. The closest major international airport is Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru (BLR), about 170 km away (3-4 hours by road).

Train

Mysuru Junction (MYS) railway station is the nearest, located just 3 km from the zoo. It is well-connected to Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, and other major Indian cities. You can hire an auto-rickshaw or a taxi from the station.

Road

Mysore is well-connected by an excellent road network. It is approximately 140 km from Bengaluru via NH275 (a 3-hour drive). Regular KSRTC and private buses run between Mysore and other major cities in Karnataka and neighboring states.

Local Transport

Auto-rickshaws are a popular mode of transport within the city. City buses have good connectivity to the zoo. Ride-hailing services like Ola and Uber are also easily available for convenient travel.

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