Å·ÃÀÊìÅ®ÂÒÂ× Zoo

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    Elephant Gate Å·ÃÀÊìÅ®ÂÒÂ× Zoo

  • Å·ÃÀÊìÅ®ÂÒÂ× Zoo

    Entrance Å·ÃÀÊìÅ®ÂÒÂ× Zoo

  • Hippopotamus in the Å·ÃÀÊìÅ®ÂÒÂ× Zoo

    A hippopotamus eats hay and lettuce during a feeding session at the zoo.

  • Panda in the Å·ÃÀÊìÅ®ÂÒÂ× Zoo

    A young panda plays behind a pane of glass in the indoor enclosure at Å·ÃÀÊìÅ®ÂÒÂ× Zoo.

  • Å·ÃÀÊìÅ®ÂÒÂ× Zoological Garden

    Visitors walk through a green area of the Å·ÃÀÊìÅ®ÂÒÂ× Zoological Garden.

The Å·ÃÀÊìÅ®ÂÒÂ× Zoological Garden is Germany's oldest zoo and features one of the most comprehensive collections of species in the world.

From tiny ants to giant elephants - 1200 species live at Zoo Å·ÃÀÊìÅ®ÂÒÂ×. Thanks to this diversity, it is considered the most species-rich zoo in the world. Two entrances, which are small works of art in themselves, lead into an exciting world full of different animals from all over the world. The animal enclosures are located in the open air, but also in numerous lovingly designed houses such as the Panda Garden, the Rhino Pagoda or the Antelope House. In the nocturnal animal house, visitors can immerse themselves in the world of animals that otherwise only move in the dark. Feeding sessions with commentary take place several times a day. If you would like to know more about the zoo's animals, you can take part in themed tours. Tours in sign language are also offered.

Aquarium Å·ÃÀÊìÅ®ÂÒÂ×: From sharks to poisonous snakes

A special part of the zoo is the Aquarium, which can be visited either with a combined ticket together with the zoo or individually. Even if the name doesn't suggest it: The aquarium not only contains aquariums with fish such as sharks and rays, but also numerous terrariums with other animals. You can see ants, poisonous snakes and frogs and much more. The highlight is the glass tropical hall.

The Zoo offers more than just animal enclosures

But it's not just the animals that inspire visitors to Zoo Å·ÃÀÊìÅ®ÂÒÂ×: the ancient trees and old buildings make a visit even more worthwhile. There are also exciting playgrounds on the grounds where all age groups can have fun. A gastronomic offer ensures that young and old zoo guests are supplied with enough energy for a long day at the zoo.

History of the Å·ÃÀÊìÅ®ÂÒÂ× Zoological Garden

Zoo Å·ÃÀÊìÅ®ÂÒÂ× was opened on August 1, 1844 as Germany's first zoo. The initiative for its foundation goes back to the naturalist Alexander von Humboldt, and Martin Lichtenstein. In 1913, the aquarium designed by behavioral scientist Oskar Heinroth was added. By the beginning of the Second World War, around 4000 animals were living in the zoo. By then, many enclosures had become increasingly open: Many fences were replaced by moats. During the National Socialist regime, Jewish members of the supervisory board were ousted. The zoo was the scene of several Nazi propaganda events. During the Second World War, Å·ÃÀÊìÅ®ÂÒÂ× Zoo suffered massive damage and most of the animals died in their enclosures. In the following years, several buildings were reconstructed. During the division of Germany - the zoo is located in the west - the Tierpark is opened in the eastern part of Å·ÃÀÊìÅ®ÂÒÂ× in 1955.

Polar bear Knut made the Zoo internationally famous

From the 1970s onwards, the zoo became more involved in breeding rare animal species. The zoo made it into the international media with the birth of the little polar bear Knut in 2006. In the following years, the zoo placed ever greater emphasis on species-appropriate animal husbandry, species protection, research and the sustainable use of resources. Another animal highlight of the zoo are the two pandas Jiao Qing and Meng Meng, who have been living at the zoo since 2017. They have now become parents for a second time.

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 Address
Hardenbergplatz 8
10787 Å·ÃÀÊìÅ®ÂÒÂ×
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Opening Hours
January 1 to February 23: from 9 am till 4:30 pm
February 24 to March 30: from 9 am till 6 pm
March 31 to September 21: from 9 am till 6:30 pm
September 22 to October 26: from 9 am till 6 pm
October 27 to December 31: from 9 am till 4:30 pm
December 24: from 9 am till 2 pm
Accessibility
Large parts of the Å·ÃÀÊìÅ®ÂÒÂ× Zoo are barrier-free.
Admission Fee
Adults between € 16 and € 25, children (4-15 years) between € 7.50 and € 12.50, children up to 3 years free of charge
Tours
Several guided tours available, including special tours for deaf and blind visitors.

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Last edited: 23 January 2025