About Gwalior Zoo
Gwalior Zoo, also known as Gandhi Zoological Park, is a municipal zoo located within Phool Bagh in central Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1922 by Maharaja Madhav Rao Scindia, it is one of the oldest zoos in Madhya Pradesh. Spread over a compact green campus, it houses a variety of mammals, birds and reptiles including white tigers, leopards and crocodiles, serving as a popular family recreation and educational destination.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a compact, green zoo campus inside Phool Bagh with enclosures for mammals, birds and reptiles, shaded walkways, and garden areas. The zoo displays species such as white tiger, leopard, hyena, bear, crocodile, and various deer and birds. Visitors walk along paved paths between enclosures, view animals from designated viewing areas, and can use seating areas and small food stalls within the premises.
Key highlights
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One of the oldest zoos in Madhya Pradesh, established in 1922
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Located within the historic Phool Bagh garden complex in central Gwalior
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Houses white tiger, leopard, bear, hyena, crocodiles and diverse deer and bird species
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Compact, walkable layout suitable for family visits
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Managed by Gwalior Municipal Corporation
History of Gwalior Zoo
Established in 1922 by Maharaja Madhav Rao Scindia as part of the Phool Bagh palace gardens. Originally a royal menagerie, it was later developed as a public zoo and is now managed by the Gwalior Municipal Corporation, making it one of the oldest zoological parks in the state.
Culture & Context
Serves as a long-standing recreational, educational and conservation centre for Gwalior residents and visitors, located within the culturally significant Phool Bagh area adjacent to other heritage sites.
Route
| By air | Rajmata Vijaya Raje Scindia Airport, Gwalior is about 10-12 km away; accessible by taxi |
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