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Families with children and wildlife enthusiasts looking for a full-day outdoor adventure.
Parco Natura Viva
IT
Zoo·Expansive, Educational, Family Oriented
Located in Bussolengo, Parco Natura Viva is one of Italy's leading centers for endangered species conservation. The park is divided into two main sections: a safari area explored by car and a pedestrian park where visitors can walk among diverse global fauna. Reviewers frequently praise the large, naturalistic enclosures and the visible health of the animals. Beyond the living exhibits, the Extinction Park offers a journey through time with life-sized dinosaur replicas. With on-site dining that is surprisingly well-priced and dedicated play areas for children, it serves as a comprehensive day-trip destination for those visiting the Veneto region.
Located in Bussolengo, Parco Natura Viva is one of Italy's leading centers for endangered species conservation. The park is divided into two main sections: a safari area explored by car and a pedestrian park where visitors can walk among diverse global fauna. Reviewers frequently praise the large, naturalistic enclosures and the visible health of the animals. Beyond the living exhibits, the Extinction Park offers a journey through time with life-sized dinosaur replicas. With on-site dining that is surprisingly well-priced and dedicated play areas for children, it serves as a comprehensive day-trip destination for those visiting the Veneto region.
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Address
Località Quercia, 37012 Bussolengo VR, Italy
Websiteparconaturaviva.it
Phone045 677 0033
Hours
ClosedDaily 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Highlights
Drive-through safari experience in your own vehicle.
Spacious animal habitats designed with welfare in mind.
Extinction park featuring life-sized dinosaur models.
Dedicated kids' play area with live music and dining.
Bilingual signage in Italian and English throughout the park.
Time of Day
Lunch
Occasion Tags
Family, Tourists, Locals, Groups
Reviews
4.5
Excellent30,6 K reviews
Parco Natura Viva is widely considered one of the best zoos in the region, with visitors consistently impressed by the size and quality of the animal habitats. The park is praised for its organization and the visible health of its residents, ranging from lions to exotic birds. The drive-through safari is a major highlight, though some guests noted that certain animals can be elusive depending on the time of day. Families appreciate the integrated kids' park and the availability of live music and reasonably priced food. While the experience is overwhelmingly positive, some reviewers mentioned a lack of water refill stations, which can be an issue during hot summer days. Overall, it is described as a must-visit destination that offers great value, especially when tickets are booked online.
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Location
Bussolengo, Veneto, Italy