What other travelers are saying about Okinawa Zoo and Museum
Visited on a Wednesday morning and it was not that crowded.
Free parking.
Bought tickets in advance via Asoview and exchanged for physical tickets at the counter.
There are some simple games and a museum suitable for children inside the park.
Had a nice stroll around the park and saw many animals. There were close up encounters too with additional cost, fed a baby bear and deer which were very cute.
The best time to visit is during the spring (March to May) and fall (September to November) months when the weather is pleasant. However, the facility is open year-round, so visitors can enjoy its offerings in any season.
The Okinawa City Zoo and Museum frequently hosts special events, educational programs, and temporary exhibits throughout the year. These can range from animal encounters and feeding sessions to cultural exhibitions and holiday celebrations. Keep an eye on their official website or social media channels for the latest updates.
Admission fees can vary depending on age, with discounts available for children, seniors, and groups. There might also be combined tickets for both the zoo and museum sections. Please refer to the official website or contact the facility directly for the most current pricing.
This is the first time I visited here and I even got an annual pass since it was only 4 times more than the one time visiting fee.
Unfortunately, I was not a big fan of this zoo. I don't visit many zoos in the first place, but this one is one of the worst zoos for animals. No animals looked happy or seemed well taken care of. Especially, there was a poor otter that broke my heart.
Since I live nearby, I've been using this place for my regular walking course. It has been a very nice one to have since I can observe these animals and update how they are doing regularly to the public through Google Maps.
Great experience! Most of the animals are visible without much looking around. Some of them seemed a bit frustrated or stressed by the sheer number of children screaming but I think that is just the day I chose to go. Staff were kind and most sings are in both English and Japanese. I would recommend having translate ready for the detailed animal information though!
Super cute little museum with some pretty great animals to see. Lions, monkeys, bears, hippos, etc. lots of animals I don't usually see at home. There's not a ton of animals and I might have gone during off season but they were doing a lot of extra work and the entrance has clearly been allowed to wear down a bit.
Fun little place to take kids.
In this place, you can see a lot of animals, such as giraffe hippo, elephant etc. There are some birds you can feed them. It's full of fun there. Is a helicopter in front of the gate. You can take a picture right there. And there is a sound museum next to the helicopter.
