Park · Puerto de la Cruz, Canary Islands
Loro Parque
Private zoological park opened in 1972 as a parrot park, a few minutes from the center, with a large collection of birds, a penguin enclosure, dolphins and other animals.
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About Loro Parque
Loro Parque opened in 1972, in the Punta Brava neighborhood, as a small parrot park (loro in Spanish), and grew into a large zoological park with about 13 hectares of gardens. It is a private company and maintains a foundation for the conservation of threatened species.
The Planet Penguin, a refrigerated building with artificial snow, houses penguins and Antarctic birds. There are also gorillas, chimpanzees, tigers, jaguars, an aquarium with sharks and a flamingo enclosure.
The park has shows with dolphins, sea lions and orcas throughout the day, as well as tropical gardens, restaurants and shops.
Admission is charged and there are combined tickets with Siam Park, the water park of the same group in the south of the island.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 5 to 7 hours.
Best time
At opening, to see the shows at less crowded times. Check the day's schedule at the entrance.
How to get there
It's in Punta Brava, about 2 km from the center of Puerto de la Cruz. A tourist train run by the park usually departs from the center, and there are city buses; on foot it's about a 25-minute walk along the promenade.
Tip
Buy the ticket online and plan the day around the show times. Allow time for Planet Penguin and the parrot collection.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Loro Parque
Is Loro Parque far from Puerto de la Cruz?
No, about 2 km from the center, with park shuttle service and city buses.
How long does a visit to Loro Parque take?
Most people spend 5 to 7 hours, planning the day around the show schedules.
