Grădina Zoologică Târgu Mureș

The Târgu Mureș Zoo, laid out on the Cornești Plateau above the city, is one of the largest and best-regarded in Romania. Spread across dozens of hectares of forest, it gives animals generous space and visitors a natural setting closer to a safari park than a classic zoo. Here you can see animals from around the world — big cats, bears, primates, giraffes, zebras and many bird species — as well as an aquarium and areas for children. The plateau setting adds a bonus: wide views over the city and the cool forest air, pleasant especially in summer.

It is a family destination par excellence, where a visit can easily last several hours along long walking paths. It combines well with a stroll on the Cornești Plateau and the nearby lookout tower. Check the schedule, which is shorter in winter, and wear comfortable shoes for the distances involved.