Aalborg Zoo is one of Denmark’s most visited tourist attractions and has been awarded four star status by the Danish Tourist authorities.The zoo is a European leader in the field of conservation, houses many endangered species, and is involved in co-operative breeding programmes with similar institutions worldwide. It features all the exotic favourites, from sea lions to lions, monkeys to polar bears. The zoo has a petting area where small children can touch their favourites. There are various eating and shopping facilities.