Schönbrunn Zoo
Visit the world’s oldest continuously operating zoo in the beautiful grounds of Schönbrunn Palace! The Tiergarten Schönbrunn has been home to a range of animals from both Europe and further afield since it was founded in 1752, and today it cares for over 700 species, including the rare giant panda. Lines for entry can be long, especially in summer, so book in advance to save time on the day!
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Vienna: Skip-the-line Tickets for Schönbrunn Zoo
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(505)Visit the Vienna Zoo at Schönbrunn and skip the ticket line, the oldest Baroque zoo in the world on the grounds of the imperial summer palace. Get up close with animals from all over the world, like two of the only giant pandas in Europe.
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Vienna's Schonbrunn Zoo and Giant Ferris Wheel
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(63)Combine a visit to Schonbrunn Zoo, which houses more than 4000 animals from each continent, with a ride on the world-famous Giant Ferris Wheel for a memorable day out in Vienna.The Baroque Architecture of Schonebrunn Zoo dates back to the days of Empress Maria Theresia and her husband Franz Stephan von Lothringen. The breakfast pavilion is situated in the center and emulates the historical beginnings of the zoo. Even today you can still enjoy an "Imperial Breakfast".The Giant Ferris Wheel, trademark of Austria's capital city and a symbol of Vienna's world-famous Prater, creates a very special point of reference for every visitor with its unmistakable silhouette, clearly visible even from great distances. Its unique views of the city of Vienna can be enjoyed by visitors throughout the day.
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Vienna Pass
Visit Tiergarten Schönbrunn and a host of other attractions when you buy a Vienna Pass!Vienna PASS: 1, 2, 3, or 6 Days of Sightseeing
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(1631)The Vienna PASS is an all-inclusive sightseeing card that gives you the opportunity to experience the many faces of Vienna. You’ll get free admission to many attractions, skip-the-line entry, unlimited hop-on hop-off bus rides, and plenty of discounts.
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Vienna: Flexipass for 3, 4 or 5 Top Sights
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(29)Discover Vienna's capital in a relaxing and flexible way. Visit 3, 4 or 5 of Vienna's most famous attractions following a program according to your personal interests.
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Vienna Pass Sightseeing City Card with Free Entry to 60+ Top Attractions
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(3)Vienna PASS is your key to an unforgettable experience in Vienna! Enjoy free access to the city's top attractions including Schonbrunn Palace, Hop on Hop off bus tours and you can also choose to add a Vienna Travel Card for a get greater value!
Your Vienna pass includes free entry to over 60 of the city's top sites and attractions, a hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour, fast-track entry to some of the city's attractions and a comprehensive guidebook. You may also opt for an additional travel card that gives you unlimited access to Vienna's public transportation system.
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More Tickets & Tours
Browse more products which include a visit to Vienna Zoo and plan your ideal trip.Vienna Family: Vienna Card, Schonbrunn Zoo, Prater Ferris Wheel, Madame Tussauds
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(2)Make the most of your stay in Vienna with this combination sightseeing package for the whole family! The kid-friendly attractions include a 72-hour Vienna Card, entrance to the Schonbrunn Zoo, a ride on the Riesenrad (the famous Ferris wheel at the Prater amusement park) and entrance to Madame Tussauds.
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Top Tips
1. If you want to see everything in the gardens of Schönbrunn Palace, but are dreading the hike up to the Gloriette and Tirolergarten, then why not take a trip on the Panorama train? With spaces for wheelchair users or strollers, you’ll take a leisurely drive past the palace, up to the Gloriette, and then down to the zoo. A combo ticket including entry to the zoo is available.
Gloriette | Photo: Flickr, Simon Matzinger - CC BY 2.0
2. Entry to the zoo is free with the Vienna Pass, plus the pass also includes a trip on the Panorama train and a visit to the Desert Experience House (Wustenhaus) as well.
Two-toed Sloth | Photo: Flickr, Gerwin Sturm - CC BY-SA 2.0
3. If you want to see any of the talks from zookeepers or the animal feedings, plan your route around the park with those in mind so that you’re in the right place at the right time!
4. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes and clothes for walking, and check the weather report to make sure you’re prepared. In summer you’ll need sunglasses, sunblock, hats, and refillable water bottles (fountains are available throughout the park), and in winter you’ll need warm clothes, and an umbrella in case of rain.
5. The Tiergarten Schönbrunn is extremely popular with locals, especially at the weekends and in summer. Weekdays are less busy, so try to go then if possible.
6. You can leave the zoo and come back if you want to go and sit on the lawns of the Schönbrunn gardens for a picnic, but remember to get your ticket stamped before you go through the gate. Just ask a member of staff and they’ll be able to assist you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s special about the Schönbrunn Zoo?
The Tiergarten Schönbrunn is the oldest continuously operating zoo in the world, founded in 1752 as an imperial menagerie by Francis I, Empress Maria Theresia’s husband. At the center is a stunning baroque pavilion, initially intended to be used for imperial breakfasts - today it’s a cafe for guests! The zoo originally had 13 enclosures, but it’s grown and is now home to 8,500 animals from over 700 species. The zoo is also one of the few in Europe that has giant pandas, and it’s also the only zoo in Europe to successfully breed pandas naturally.Can we meet the animals?
There are talks from zookeepers about the animals throughout the day, where you might also get to see the animals being fed, and, for children, there’s also a petting zoo with miniature goats. For those who desperately want to meet a particular animal, you can book an experience, from giant turtles to rhinoceroses, where a keeper will teach you all about how they care for the animals. You might even get a chance to feed them! Experiences must be booked via an email to reservierung@zoovienna.at.How long does it take to visit the zoo?
It takes between 2 and 4 hours to walk through and see most enclosures, although those with children can easily spend a whole day roaming the zoo. If you also intend to see Schönbrunn Palace and the Gloriette, you should plan to spend a whole day in the zoo, park, and gardens.Are there guided tours?
There are a limited number of guided tours available, though you can’t book a place on the day of your visit. Themed tours are available for groups, then there are evening and night tours during summer and backstage tours which focus on the design and maintenance of a single enclosure at a time. Guided tours need to be booked in advance via an email to reservierung@zoovienna.at. For those who speak German, there are frequent talks from zookeepers at the individual animal enclosures, these occur at fixed times which can be found in the map of the zoo handed out at the entrance. Some of the talks include feedings and will probably be interesting to you even if your German isn’t quite up to the challenge of the talks!General Information
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