Zoo Vivarium Darmstadt
Fee required
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
Home to 1,500-2,000 exotic and native animals across 190-200 species on 5 hectares, featuring diverse habitats, educational programs, conservation efforts, a walk-in kangaroo enclosure, and a petting zoo.

📜 Home to 1,500-2,000 exotic and native animals across 190-200 species on 5 hectares.
🌳 Features naturalistic enclosures, terrariums, and aquariums.

Why Go

🐒 See diverse animals including primates, birds, fish, and reptiles
🚶‍♀️ Enjoy walk-in kangaroo enclosure and petting zoo
📚 Learn about species conservation and participate in educational programs
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for families with young children

Why Avoid

⚠️ Small zoo, may not meet expectations for a very large zoological park.

Tips

☔ Good option for rainy days due to indoor exhibits
🗓️ Visit weekday mornings for fewer crowds

Cost

💰 Adults €9.50, children (2-18) €4.50, family tickets €22.00, seniors/students/groups €8.
00. # Hours
🕒 Daily 9:00 AM, closing 5:00 PM (Nov-Feb), 6:00 PM (Mar/Oct), 7:00 PM (Apr-Sep). Closed Dec 24th & 31st.

🅿️ Parking

🅿️ TU Lichtwiese garage (€2.50/day), check for SV Darmstadt 98 home game days. Small lot at Vivarium.

♿ Accessibility

♿ Paths and facilities are barrier-free, suitable for strollers, wheelchairs, and rollators.

🍽️ Food & Shopping

🍽️ Café Eulenpick offers food/drinks. Zooshop sells various items.

Last updated 1 month ago

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