As temperatures drop following the Winter Solstice, you could hardly go wrong trading the chilly outdoors for the cozy warmth of Shanghai's nifty indoor animal-themed parks.

From cuddly capybaras to elegant alpacas, these fury friends promise unforgettable experiences for families and animal lovers alike.

Jupiter Animal Kingdom at Hopson One

Step into this 1,000-square-meter wonderland featuring nine themed zones that whisk visitors away to a magical forest.

Get up close and personal with adorable capybaras, graceful alpacas and other delightful creatures like rabbits, meerkats, pearl birds, marmots and ferrets.

Admission perks:

Your ticket includes full access to the park, an explorer ID card and a special passport for collecting stamps. Complete your stamp collection to redeem themed gifts like blind boxes, badges or puzzles!

Business hours:

Weekdays: 11:30 am to 8 pm

Weekends: 10:30 am to 8 pm

Address:

2nd Floor, Hopson One (No 1099 Xiangyin Road, Yangpu district)

Cute Pet Club (Meng Chong She) at Daning Life Hub

This petting zoo in Jing'an district became an instant hit when it opened in 2019. Home to over 100 animals and featuring over 20 interactive games, the Cute Pet Club offers visitors the chance to interact with alpacas, deers, giant poodles and internet-famous marmots. Cat lovers, rejoice! A variety of friendly felines are waiting for you too.

Address:

2nd Floor, Building 2, Daning Life Hub (No 1878-2008 Gonghexin Road, Jing'an district)

Little Elephant Zoo at Cloud Nine Shopping Mall

This indoor zoo is packed with adorable animal stars. From cuddly alpacas and mini goats to fluffy rabbits and Totoro-look-alike chinchillas, the "animal squad" guarantees endless fun.

Wander through themed zones like a bird aviary, a chameleon enclosure and even a lizard habitat for close interactions.

Address:

6th Floor, Cloud Nine Shopping Mall (No 1018 Changning Road, Changning district)

Note:

Use the Dianping app for exclusive ticket discounts! Don't miss the chance to enjoy a warm and animal-filled adventure this winter.

Sources: Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism, official WeChat accounts of the abovementioned venues