You Won’t Believe Shiraz’s Bird Garden Holds Over 2,000 Feathered Residents

When you plan to visit Shiraz’s sights, the Shiraz Bird Garden is a place you’ll likely encounter. With colorful birds, leafy scenery and memorable attractions, this garden can make your day. More than 2,000 birds live in the Shiraz Bird Garden; watching these birds and their natural surroundings can wash away your worries for a few hours.

In this piece from Alibaba Travel Magazine, we take a trip to famed Shiraz and visit the Bird Garden. Stay with us to get to know the garden better.

Given the birds that live here, the Shiraz Bird Garden matters both for tourists and for environmental officials. The garden is notable for its beauty and the variety of species it houses, and protecting their survival is important.

Where is the Shiraz Bird Garden?

The Shiraz Bird Garden is located in Fars province, Shiraz city, Dr. Hesabi Highway, Dr. Hesabi Street 42, opposite Hafez Town.

The Shiraz Bird Garden has been closed since 2013 (1392 in the Iranian calendar) because many local animal species declined. Authorities later announced the garden would reopen at a new location soon; however, there has been no public update confirming the reopening.

Directions to the Shiraz Bird Garden

To reach the Shiraz Bird Garden you can use Dr. Hesabi Highway. From there, get to Dr. Hesabi 42nd Street; this street is near the Black Garden, opposite Hafez Town.

If you continue along the street a short distance, you will see the entrance to the Shiraz Bird Garden.

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Distance from the Bird Garden to Hafeziyeh

The distance from Hafeziyeh to the Shiraz Bird Garden is roughly 20 kilometres. You can cover that route in about half an hour.

Distance from the Bird Garden to the city centre

From Shiraz’s city centre to the Bird Garden you’ll need to travel close to 25 kilometres; that journey takes about 30–40 minutes.

Best time to visit the Shiraz Bird Garden

If you prefer cool, pleasant weather, plan your trip for spring. In spring the climate is comfortable and the city’s landscapes look their best. But note that right now the garden is not open for visits.

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Opening hours of the Shiraz Bird Garden

As we noted earlier, the Shiraz Bird Garden is closed and visits are not possible. There is no available information about a reopening date.

Different birds at the Shiraz Bird Garden

As mentioned above, the garden housed about 2,000 birds — roughly 300 species from 42 different countries. Notably, about 300 of the birds were reported to be talking birds.

At the garden you could see waterfowl, birds of prey, ornamental species and many others up close. Examples of water birds include ducks, pelicans and the black swan. Birds of prey kept in special enclosures included vultures, eagles and the great horned owl. Parrots, pigeons, ostriches, peacocks, geese and flamingos were among the garden’s other species.

Each species at the Shiraz Bird Garden had its own dedicated environment; staff worked to create habitats resembling each species’ natural home so the animals could live in suitable conditions.

Facilities at the Shiraz Bird Garden

The Shiraz Bird Garden offered suitable amenities: a café, gazebos, benches, parking, a restaurant, a gift shop and guided-tour services. If you wish, you can join guided tours of the garden; a specialist guide will accompany you and share many interesting facts.

Walking paths run beside the birds’ habitats so visitors can view the animals without disturbing them. If you get tired during the walk you can rest in the gazebos or on the benches.

Attractions near the Shiraz Bird Garden

When you visit the Shiraz Bird Garden, it’s worth seeing other nearby sites. Below are attractions close to the garden that you can combine into one day of sightseeing.

You will need about one to two hours to tour the Bird Garden; you can spend the rest of the day visiting the nearby places listed below to make a memorable day.

Happyland Amusement Park

If you love a good time and want an exciting day, read this section carefully: Happyland Amusement Park is just right for you.

After viewing colorful birds and green scenery, you can head to the amusement park for an adrenaline-filled evening.

Happyland is on Dr. Hesabi Boulevard, at the entrance to Hafez Town. The park offers many rides — Ferris wheel, Noah’s Ark, and flying saucer among others.

Persian Gulf Shopping & Entertainment Complex

Looking for hotels, shopping or souvenirs — plus indoor amusement and cinema? Head to the Persian Gulf Complex.

The complex includes a food court, Hyperstar supermarket, over 2,500 retail units, Iran’s largest indoor amusement park, a five-star hotel, bowling and billiards halls, cinema, conference centre, parking, and pool/sauna/jacuzzi facilities. The Persian Gulf Complex covers 500,000 square metres and is the third largest shopping centre in Iran. It is open daily from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Don’t miss it when you visit Shiraz.

Tips for visiting the Shiraz Bird Garden

Finally, remember to take care of the animals during your visit: be careful not to harm them or their habitats. Keep your rubbish with you and do not litter the grounds. Ask the bird garden guides about rules so you don’t accidentally harm the animals.

Remember not to feed the birds or make loud noises. Another important rule is to avoid photographing birds with flash — some animals in the garden are sensitive to camera flash.

You don’t need to bring special equipment to visit; just wear comfortable shoes and enjoy the garden. However, an entrance fee is required to gain admission.

Bird species — examples

Nearby attractions

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