Mexico Guide
Northern Jalisco and Michoacán
Zoológico Guadalajara
Opening time: Wed– Sun 10am–6pm
Price: M$42
About 1500m back down Independencia towards the city is the Zoológico Guadalajara, which has superb canyon views from its northern end, along with a relatively well-kept selection of Mexican and international wildlife. Opened in 1988, the modern zoo also features an ecological centre that works to preserve a range of endangered species through education and reproduction initiatives. World-renowned artist Sergio Bustamante created the monkey sculptures that greet visitors at the zoo's entrance. Assorted entry packages also give access to a train ride through the zoo and a twenty-minute Masai Mara truck "safari" through an open area populated with African beasts.