Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens, Zoo and botanical garden in Central and Western District, Hong Kong.
The facility spans 5.6 hectares across eastern and western sections, connected by a pedestrian subway and housing numerous species of mammals, birds, and plants.
The gardens originated in 1860 as Bing Tau Fa Yuen, meaning commander-in-chief garden, and opened to the public in 1871 as Hong Kong's first public park.
The Chinese War Memorial at the southern entrance commemorates Chinese citizens who supported Allied forces during both World Wars with a granite paifang arch.
Visitors can access the gardens daily from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM without admission fees and participate in weekly guided tours every Sunday.
The gardens maintain specialized breeding programs for endangered species including the Japanese red-crowned crane and the Bali mynah within their collection of 400 birds.
Location: Central and Western District
Official opening: 1871
Address: Albany Road, Central, Hong Kong
Opening Hours: 06:00-19:00
Website: https://hkzbg.gov.hk
GPS coordinates: 22.27778,114.15639
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:48
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