Dresden Zoo
ZOO Drážďany
Fee required
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
Dresden Zoo, Germany's fourth oldest, offers diverse animal experiences across 13 hectares, featuring 949 animals of 204 species. Open daily, it provides family-friendly attractions, educational programs, and conservation efforts.

📜 Germany's fourth oldest zoo, founded in 1861, covering 13 hectares.
🔍 Home to 949 animals from 204 species, focusing on conservation.

Why Go

🦁 See diverse animals like elephants, lions, tigers, orangutans, giraffes, koalas, penguins, and more.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly with playgrounds, restaurants, daily animal feedings and keeper talks.
🌳 Explore spacious gardens and modern pavilions, including new Humboldt penguin and orangutan enclosures.
💡 Educational focus on nature and conservation.
♿ Accessible for visitors with disabilities.

Why Avoid

🚫 Bicycles, skateboards, pets (including dogs) not allowed.
⚠️ Children under 10 require adult supervision.
⚠️ Some discounted tickets invalid on public holidays.

Tips

🆔 Bring ID for discounted or birthday free entry (ages 3-16).
🎟️ Online tickets available, but some discounted/annual tickets only at the counter.
💰 Opt out of voluntary 'Artenschutzeuro' contribution before payment.

Cost

💰 Adults from 15.00 EUR (winter) / 16.00 EUR (summer), children from 7.00 EUR (winter) / 8.00 EUR (summer), Artenschutzeuro optional.

Hours

🕒 Open daily, 365 days a year. Summer (Mar-Oct): 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM. Winter (Nov-Feb): 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.

🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Paid parking opposite main entrance: 1.50 EUR/hour, 4.50 EUR/day. Card/mobile payment only.

🚻 Toilets

🚻 Clean and well-maintained facilities.

🗄️ Luggage Storage

🗄️ Small lockers available for 1 EUR + 10 EUR deposit.

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