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Close-up look at a Sumatran Tiger in the Berlin Zoo cc licensed photo by Tambako The Jaguar

With over 3.5 million annual visitors (including the aquarium), Zoo Berlin is of the most popular attractions in Berlin. It’s the oldest Zoo in Germany and is home to more species than any other zoo in the world. Today the 80 acre zoo has more than 20,000 animals representing over 1300 species.

Zoo Berlin is located in Tiergarten at one of the city’s major transport hubs - Berlin Zoologischer Garten often referred to as the Zoo. Directly served by the U-Bahn, S-Bahn and multiple bus lines, it is easy to get to.

Zoo Berlin’s mandate goes well beyond displaying animals that people normally don’t get to see. It is highly specialized in its focus on global conservation efforts and preserving endangered species.

To this end, they work closely with universities, research facilities and other zoos from around the globe to support breeding programs and help reintroduce endangered species.

They also work closely with Berlin's other large zoo, Tierpark Berlin which came into being

Highlights of the zoo include the Hippopotamus House, Panda Garden, Eagle Canyon, Penguin World, Great Apes, and the World of Birds with free-flight halls.

Aquarium Berlin is also part of Zoo Berlin, but it can be visited separately or with a combination pass for only slightly more. We have more information about Aquarium Berlin on a separate page.

Zoo Berlin invests considerable effort to house its animals in enclosures that mimic their natural environments.

For an additional fee, you can take part in one of several guided tours around different themes providing additional insights into the animals and taking you behind the scenes.

History

The idea to open a zoological garden originated with the director of the zoological museum and a professor at Berlin University Martin Hinrich Lichtenstein. He was an advisor to the King and in charge of his collection of animals. Working with naturalist Alexander von Humboldt, and landscape architect Peter Joseph Lenné the project was given the go-ahead.

The zoo took 3 years to build and first opened in 1844 with animals donated from the menagerie and pheasantry of King Friedrich Wilhelm IV.

The zoo underwent multiple expansions and was home to over 4000 animals by the start of the Second World War. Tragically, only 91 survived the war which was heavily damaged, especially near the end when it was one of the last areas of Nazi German resistance.

Since the war, the zoo has been and continues to be progressively restored and updated becoming the world-class facility it is today.

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Facts For Your Visit

Fee: Yes

Zoo Berlin Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays

Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Address: Hardenbergpl. 8, 10787 Berlin, Germany

Official Website: Zoo Berlin

Zoo Berlin Reviews

Rated 4.5 out of 5 Star Rating

5 Star Rating Great zoo, great variety in animals with their living environments. Animals seems much happier than any other zoos those I had visited in the past. Please spare minimum 3-4 hours and have comfortable shoes. Many eating places as well. Well looked after for sure. Bought my tickets online so no waiting at entrance. I don’t think the prices were different but hassle free on entrance when you buy online.
Murat Ozen - a week ago

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4 Star Rating Zoo is not very big, can cover in half a day. Best for small kids. Would recommend buying tickets online, will be cheaper and also in advance. Parking can be difficult to find. There is bikini Berlin mall parking right next to one of the entrances.
Abilash M S - a week ago

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5 Star Rating We came in winter on Monday due to museum being closed. It was a great choice. Zoo is well upkeep and animals seems to be healthy and well take care of. Despite it being a winter there is a lot to see. Aquarium and amphibians room was quite good too. I loved the jelly fish.
Joanna Paziewska - a month ago

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5 Star Rating Even during FMD restrictions and building work on the Aquarium there was more than enough to see. The staff are friendly and chatty (even in English) . The enclosures are well maintained and laid out. Definitely worth a visit, and it's a full day out easily.
Eric Allenby - a month ago

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