Loro Park – A zoo and botanical garden in Tenerife

If you’re not sure which Canary Island you should choose for your next holiday, this place should convince you that Tenerife is the right destination!

History of the Park

Loro Park was established in 1970 by the German Kiessling family (the same family that is also credited with the founding of Siam Park and Poema del Mar). The official opening took place in 1972, when 13,000 m2 of the park area were opened to the public. The biggest attraction at that time were the parrots. More than 150 specimens of these animals lived in Loro Park and it was the first place in Europe where the parrot shows were organized.

Over the years, the park has grown, and more and more new spaces that attract tourists were being created. In 1987, the largest dolphinarium in Europe at that time was opened. In the following years, various sections dedicated to new species of animals were created, as well as places prepared with the youngest in mind. (e.g. Kinderlandia).

The ever-increasing number of attractions required more space. In 1992, the area of ​​Loro Park was increased more than tenfold, up to 135,000 m2. This is the area that is open to visitors to this day.

In 1994, the park authorities established the Loro Parque Fundación, which deals with the protection of endangered animal species.

Distinction and awards

Loro Park is a place that is appreciated by people and organizations from all over the world. The most valuable awards that the park can boast include:

• the best tourist attraction in Puerto de la Cruz according to TripAdvisor (2017),
• the third best zoo in the world according to TripAdvisor (2014),
• Prince Philip’s Award for Merit to Tourism (2000).

What should you see in Loro Park?

Loro Park is divided into several main parts, each of which has a different type of attraction to offer. As it is a place that presents not only a rich animal world but also nature, some of the attractions focus primarily on specific plant species. The most interesting attractions of the park include:

• AquaViva and Aquarium – aquariums full of jellyfish, tropical fish and sharks
• Orca Ocean – swimming pool with stands, where killer whale shows are organized
• Zen Garden – an Asian and Atlantis-esque underwater garden
• Lion’s Kingdom – space dedicated to lions
• Museo de la Porcelana – a huge collection of porcelain figurines depicting parrots. Some of them are as old as several hundred years!
• Orquidiario – a space full of different orchid species
• Aviario – an aviary full of beautiful, colorful parrots
• Naturavisión – cinema showing documentary films on park-related topics (some films are also available in 3D)
• Planet Penguin – here you will see penguins inhabiting the Antarctic area
• Jungle Area – one of the oldest parts of Loro Park, presenting jungle vegetation
• Pueblo Thai – Thai-village styled space

Tips for visitors

• If you want to visit the Loro Park, buying the tickets in advance is necessary! This is the only way to skip the checkout line. You can buy tickets to Loro Park here >
• To save time and money, buy a combined ticket for Loro Park and Siam Park (Twin Ticket). You can buy it here >

Practical info

• If you want to visit Loro Park, it is best to buy your tickets in advance. You will then avoid standing in a long queue and avoid the risk that all tickets have been sold out.
• Address: Av. Loro Parque, s/n, 38400 Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
• Buy Tickets on GetYourGuide

Loro Park on a map

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