Dusit Zoo , Bangkok
About Dusit Zoo
Dusit was also known as ‘Khao Din’ and was the oldest zoo in Thailand which makes it an important historical site. Constructed by King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) as his private garden next to the Royal Palace, it is located in the heart of Bangkok. One of the biggest aspects that makes the place worth visiting is it attracts approximately 2.5 million visitors . Over 1600 varied species consisting of 331 mammals, 170 reptiles, 849 birds have fixed their shelter in the zoo. The zoo includes a diversity of animals ranging from kangaroos, monkeys, zebras, alligators, penguins, camels and giraffes. White Bengal Tiger and Albino Barking Deer which are on the verge of extinction are important highlights of the site. Facilities such as zoo museum, educational center, and a convenient cafeteria give you the perfect feeling of hospitality. There is also a man-made lake inside the zoo where you can enjoy boat peddling, at a very low fare. Dusit Zoo is the full-time fun especially when you have children to take with you.
Note: This attraction is now permanently closed.
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Places to Visit near Dusit Zoo
Kanchanaburi, Central Thailand
0 km from Dusit Zoo - See map
Kanchanaburi is a province in western Thailand, known for the Death Railway which was constructed during the World War II by the war prisoners,...
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Vimanmek Mansion, Central Thailand
2.1 km from Dusit Zoo - See map
Vimanmek Mansion used to be a royal mansion in Bangkok that has now been converted in a museum. It was renovated by HM Queen Sirikit, and turned...
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Wat Saket (Golden Mount), Central Thailand
2.7 km from Dusit Zoo - See map
Wat Saket famous as the Golden Mountain Temple is also called ‘Phu Khao Thong’. Wat Saket is a Buddhist temple on a low hill covered with...
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Wat Ratchanadda (Loha Prasat), Central Thailand
2.8 km from Dusit Zoo - See map
Loha Prasat temple is also known as Wat Ratchanatdaram meaning ‘Temple of the Royal Niece’. Inspired by two similar temples from India and Sri...
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Phra Sumen Fort, Central Thailand
3.5 km from Dusit Zoo - See map
Phra Sumen Fort is the hexagon shape concrete fort built during the reign of King Rama. It was built along with 13 other forts to protect Bangkok....
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Khao San Road, Central Thailand
3.6 km from Dusit Zoo - See map
Khao San road is a bright and colorful street, filled with plenty of bars, clubs and boutiques. Khao San road is one of the most vibrant places of...
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Jim Thompson’s House, Central Thailand
4.3 km from Dusit Zoo - See map
Jim Thompson's House in Bangkok is a top thing to do in the city; it showcases authentic, traditional Thai home design and décor. The entry fee...
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The Grand Palace, Central Thailand
4.8 km from Dusit Zoo - See map
Grand Palace in Bangkok is that one place that requires at least one visit when in Bangkok it’s a spectacular view and the most famous landmark...
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Wat Mahathat Yuwaratrangsarit, Central Thailand
5 km from Dusit Zoo - See map
Wat Mahathat Yuwaratrangsarit is one of the 10 royal temples of the highest class in Bangkok. It was used for royal ceremonies and funerals during...
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Erawan Shrine, Central Thailand
5.4 km from Dusit Zoo - See map
Erawan Shrine is a shrine in Bangkok of the four-faced Hindu Brahma God called Than Tao Mahaprom that attracts a number of visitors from across...
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Wat Pho, Central Thailand
5.5 km from Dusit Zoo - See map
Wat Pho is one must visit place for first-time visitors to Bangkok. Located near the Grand Palace, Wat Pho is officially called Wat Phra...
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Bangkokian Museum, Central Thailand
5.8 km from Dusit Zoo - See map
Bangkokian Museum is also known as BKK Museum or Bangkok Folk Museum. It is not very well known and thus, attracts less number of visitors as...
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