Tiergarten Schoenbrunn - Zoo Vienna
Tiergarten Schoenbrunn - Zoo Vienna
4.5
09:00 - 18:30
Monday
09:00 - 18:30
Tuesday
09:00 - 18:30
Wednesday
09:00 - 18:30
Thursday
09:00 - 18:30
Friday
09:00 - 18:30
Saturday
09:00 - 18:30
Sunday
09:00 - 18:30
About
Zoo Vienna, the oldest existing zoo in the world founded in 1752. Schonbrunn Zoo was voted Europe's best in 2008, 2010 and 2012. Schonbrunn Zoo is the perfect place for a journey into the fascinating world of the animal kingdom. Open year round, it combines the highlights of the natural world with an unparalleled history as the world's oldest and Europe's best zoo. It is part of Schonbrunn as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage listed site and home to more than 700 species of animals. Marvel at the Giant pandas, tigers, orangutans, koalas and elephants, immerse yourself in the magic of the Amazon and feel the heat of a tropical rainforest in the heart of Europe. Moderated feeding sessions, guided tours and a trip aboard the panorama train turn a trip to the zoo into an unforgettable experience.
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Neighbourhood: Schönbrunn
How to get there
- Hietzing • 7 min walk
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- bexbrisBristol, United Kingdom332 contributionsExcellent Zoo, Very Large and Modern, Lack of English Signage/TalksDespite being the oldest zoo in the world, Vienna Zoo is very modern. It's pretty big and takes a whole day to really see everything. There's a good variety of animals and the enclosures were well done and species appropriate. I've never been that excited by giant pandas but i have to say, it was amazing to see them in person. The wooded area was great and I instantly fell in love with their spectacled bear. It had a great, mountainous enclosure with lots of trees, caves and platforms. The bear did look distressed, was pacing and had a lot of fur missing but I don't think this was down to a lack of care at the zoo. I didn't see any other evidence anywhere in the zoo of mistreatment and saw videos of the owner taking in rescued chimpanzees. There was also a tree-top walk through the wooded area which was really lovely. Even though we didn't see any of the zoo animals during our walk, it was peaceful and had a great view of the city. There were also info boards showing the local wildlife that inhabit the area, which was a nice (even though they were mainly in German). I saw cool feeding talks with the anteaters and the tiger. Unfortunately, they were in German and not translated but it was great to watch the animals eating. The cafe in the zoo, near the Organutans was also really good with a large selection of food. We ordered two different dishes which were both tasty, they were reasonably priced and the service was good. I'd highly recommend anyone visiting Vienna to spend a day here; you won't regret it.Visited November 2019Written 25 January 2020
- langcres59 contributionsWorth a visitWe decided on impulse to visit the zoo, while visiting the Schonbrunn palace gardens last weekend, and are so glad we did. On a chilly day in January, we didn’t have to queue to get in, and were pleasantly surprised at the reasonable entry fee. There were lots of family groups but none of the exhibits were crowded, and it was easy to see most of the animals. Inevitably, there were a few animals sleeping out of sight, but if we’d had more time to wait, they would maybe have appeared later. The zoo is only small, but the setting is beautiful and the buildings reflect the style of the Palace. Seeing the pandas was the highlight of our day, but the baby elephant’s antics were also very entertaining and it was lovely to watch the video link to the Polar bear den where mother and tiny cub (born Nov 2019) were snuggled up. We had lunch in the amazing cafe housed in the Emperors Pavilion, where the food was reasonably priced and tasty, and the surroundings very grand and opulent. Worth a peep in, even if you don’t plan to eat there. Apart from an adult polar bear who seemed a bit forlorn, the animals all seemed happy, and well cared for. We were able to get really close to the leopards and orangutan, and visiting the zoo on our last half day in Vienna was a brilliant end to our long weekend.Visited January 2020Written 27 January 2020
- tp535Tel Aviv, Israel464 contributionsNot worth the visit on a hot daysI must admit one of my hobbies are to visit in the foreign zoos while I'm traveling abroad. It's been too many zoos in Europe this was my first time in Vienna zoo. The zoo is very big and there is no places when you can rest without being the Sun. Because of the high temperature during July most of the animals were in their cabins and you didn't so almost anything. I do recommend to visit the zoo in cooler days and not during the summer peakVisited July 2021Travelled with friendsWritten 11 July 2021
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Jaana_Soulforge
Vantaa, Finland401 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
My husband and his son had visited the zoo a long time ago when they were living in Vienna. So the memory lane was great. He was able to say that many of the enclosures had changed a lot for the better during the 15+ years.
Me and our little person enjoyed the zoo a lot. The place was clean and it seemed that the animal welfare was taken into account. Would recommend.
Me and our little person enjoyed the zoo a lot. The place was clean and it seemed that the animal welfare was taken into account. Would recommend.
Written 22 August 2023
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Petra K
Dolny Kubin, Slovakia4 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
One of the best zoo in Europe. You can see many animals in near distance, my daughter was excited about it..she didn't feel bored like at other zoos. I recommend buy tickets ahead.
Written 20 August 2023
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Randal Pokora
Brno, Czech Republic4 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
Excellent zoo, actually one of the best I have ever been to, many animals which you can see from good angles and very close. Also there is fresh water available for guests so we could enjoy our experience without dehydration. Also I love you dont have to climb up to the hills and all is in one flat place. Very nice zoo.
Written 18 August 2023
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kcarters
Peterborough, UK259 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Loved our walk around the zoo with some amazing big hitters including pandas, hippos, rhinos and a polar bear seen in quick succession. I’ve given it 4 stars as the place is not easy to get around. I saw a guy in a wheelchair struggling to get up the hill to the farm they have. It’s also got a lot of repair work always going on.
Written 12 August 2023
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Chris Michelin star eater
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg849 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Fantastic zoo! I dont like zoos because of the small enclosure, but this place was amazing. some animals we didn't see because they were hiding, I saw one fluffy leopard paw, but this is also a good thing, it means they really do have lots of space. nice place, recommend it a lot.
Written 31 July 2023
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CharlieRogers
Toronto582 contributions
Jul 2023
I've been fortunate to visit a lot of zoos in Europe and North America, and this is one the best I've seen.
It has a good collection of animals, including koalas and pandas. The animals are displayed in modern, well designed (for both the animals and visitors) enclosures.
Highlights included the polar bears and penguin during feeding times, from the underwater viewing areas. The sloth enclosure was also a pleasant surprise (visitors walk through the barrier-free enclosure).
I thoroughly enjoyed my visit and recommend it to anyone visiting Vienna.
It has a good collection of animals, including koalas and pandas. The animals are displayed in modern, well designed (for both the animals and visitors) enclosures.
Highlights included the polar bears and penguin during feeding times, from the underwater viewing areas. The sloth enclosure was also a pleasant surprise (visitors walk through the barrier-free enclosure).
I thoroughly enjoyed my visit and recommend it to anyone visiting Vienna.
Written 29 July 2023
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Bird132016
Swindon, UK94 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
You get a lot for your money at this zoo! Phenomenal! It’s easy to get to from the tram stops, and lots of buildings to explore and lots of walking! We had lunch at the restaurant in the middle of the zoo (the quick serve kiosks were all so busy) and they were clearly struggling with numbers. The food was delicious though.
Highlights were definitely the pandas and polar bears, but everything was amazing!
The only downside was how busy it was - people don’t seem to recognise personal space anymore but was quite frustrating
Highlights were definitely the pandas and polar bears, but everything was amazing!
The only downside was how busy it was - people don’t seem to recognise personal space anymore but was quite frustrating
Written 14 July 2023
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rprice410
Coffs Harbour, Australia21 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
I had to leave this place as I felt sick with grief - the way these animals live is horrendous and I cannot believe in this day and age someone hasn’t done something to help them - the polar bear enclosure was full of weeds and overgrown - the enclosure
Looked Like an abandoned lot of land the water he/ she was laying in was green and full of algae. All the animals looked depressed. The only animals that looked remotely happy were the pelicans. It looked like something from a horror film.
Looked Like an abandoned lot of land the water he/ she was laying in was green and full of algae. All the animals looked depressed. The only animals that looked remotely happy were the pelicans. It looked like something from a horror film.
Written 9 July 2023
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Christina I
Nicosia, Cyprus74 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
Although there is a huge variety of animals and our kids had a great time, I felt that some of the enclosures were really small and I felt really sorry for the animals. Especially the polar bears as it was also hot in July and they have a very small pool to cool themselves. Also be mindful of the time you visit because we visited around lunchtime and some of the animals,such as the panda, were asleep so we didn’t get to see them.
Written 9 July 2023
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lyla b
2 contributions
Nov 2022
it was the most amazing thing i have ever seen! i love it so much i am coming back in October.i love eating the animals.
Written 25 June 2023
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Hello dears, can we pat the capybara (do you still have the capybaras)”
natasa p
Limassol City, Cyprus25 contributions
Hey Kris, yes they have capybaras unfortunately they are in an enclosure. I hoped I could pet them too :) But they have cute little goats we can pet 🐐
На сайте зоопарка указано что детям от 6 лет нужен тест для посещения, это не ошибка? В правилах у вене нигде такой информации нет
ANDRII88B
Kryzhanovka, Ukraine546 contributions
Перед входом в зоопарк стоит палатка и там проводят экспресс тесты , может быть и надо, людей было в палатку очень много ! это в воскресенье полно местных с детьми !
JéAnette
Linz, Austria
We are on our way to Vienna today but it is raining. Would it still be worth it to visit with 3 kids regardless? Thanks!
How much is the ticket costs?is there any discount for university students ?
Yvonnie P
3 contributions
We went there having the Vienna Flexi Pass, so therefore we have no idea about students or other discounts. If it is not mentioned to the Zoo's website, then maybe there is no disscount!
becky22475
Bargoed, UK59 contributions
Last minute attempt at an answer here...have been gifted tickets for the zoo but it says they will not accept mobile tickets and we are now in Vienna without a printer! Are they strict about this or will I maybe have to buy new tickets on the gate?
ZooVienna
Vienna, Austria
Sorry for the late answer!
If it is our mobile tickets bought at our homepage you can use those also on the mobile phone.
Nina
149 contributions
Il panda a novembre c’è?
Grazie
Polymare75
45 contributions
Penso di sì, la zona Panda oltre che ad ampio giardino tutto per lui è corredata anche di una ampia zona al coperto
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tiergarten Schoenbrunn - Zoo Vienna
- Tiergarten Schoenbrunn - Zoo Vienna is open:
- Sun - Sat 09:00 - 18:30
- We recommend booking Tiergarten Schoenbrunn - Zoo Vienna tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 10 Tiergarten Schoenbrunn - Zoo Vienna tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Tiergarten Schoenbrunn - Zoo Vienna:
- Vienna Sightseeing FLEXI Pass (From €48.92)
- Vienna PASS Including Hop On Hop Off Bus Ticket (From €90.71)
- Skip-the-line Schonbrunn Palace Rooms & Gardens Private Tour (From €231.46)
- Schoenbrunn Palace and Gardens Vienna Guided Small-Group Tour (From €70.32)
- Vienna: Self-Guided City Experience (From €10.19)
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- Attractions near Tiergarten Schoenbrunn - Zoo Vienna:
- (0.14 km) Schonbrunner Gardens
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