The zoo is a great day out for kids, with 7500 critters that range from geckos to gorillas, lions and elephants – there are more than 400 species, plus picnic areas dotted all around and a wonderful adventure playground. There are pony rides, a petting zoo and a mini-train meandering through the grounds. A new marine zoo being built on the coast of El Fòrum northeast of the city centre will ease the currently slightly crowded space, although the recession has meant plans are stalled for the time being.
