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Cologne Zoo and Aquarium Entry Tickets

Hippopotamus in water at Cologne Zoo, Germany.
View of Elephants inside the Elephant park at Cologne Zoo
Baboons interacting on rocky terrain at Cologne Zoo, Germany.
Bali Starling bird perched inside the Rainforest house at Cologne Zoo.

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Experience the diversity of wildlife with over 850 species at Cologne Zoo, a perfect destination for a fun and educational family day out.

    • Explore Cologne Zoo, one of the oldest zoos in Germany, for a fun-filled day with over 10,000 animals across 850 species.

    • Journey through the Rainforest House and look for free-flying bats, colorful toucans, and elusive flying foxes.

    • Visit Clemenshof, a traditional farmyard replica, and see heritage breeds like curly-coated Mangalica pigs and English Longhorn cattle.

    • See a slice of Africa at the Hippodom. Listen for a hippo's thundering roar and the Sitatunga antelope's graceful movement.

    • Fun fact: Cologne Zoo’s conservation efforts in Vietnam helped discover over 100 never-before-seen vertebrate species.

    • Entry to Cologne Zoo and Aquarium
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  • Explore wildlife wonders

    Get set for an adventure through the animal kingdom at Cologne Zoo, home to over 850 species from around the world. Stroll through the Asian Elephant Park and keep an eye out for its youngest resident, who was born in June 2023. Move on to the lively Jungle House, where playful primates like gorillas and orangutans swing through the trees. Follow this with a trip to the Hippodom and get ready to immerse yourself in a recreated African river environment housing Nile crocodiles, hippos, and the Sitatunga antelope.

    A day of learning and fun

    Venture into the Rainforest Hall and Historical South America House, where you can explore a variety of jungle species from meerkats to piranhas. Take a break and visit Clemenshof, a replica of a traditional German farm perfect for families. As you continue your journey, don't miss the Aquarium showcasing underwater species in about 70 tanks. Finally, experience the zoo's meaningful conservation efforts, saving numerous species from extinction, and their collaborations with research institutions. Dive into a day filled with wildlife encounters and educational insights with the Cologne Zoo tickets.

  • Cologne Zoo

    Monday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Thursday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Friday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Saturday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Sunday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
  • What to bring

    • Bring along your walking shoes for comfortable exploration.

    • Bring local currency or your preferred payment method for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.

    What's not allowed

    • Keep in mind that drones, balls, frisbees, balloons, bicycles, scooters, roller skates, inline skates, and skateboards are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!

    • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

    • Ramps and elevators are available at the venue for easy access.

    • Guide dogs with a valid permit are welcome at the venue.

    Additional Information

    • Facilities: Restaurants, parking, restrooms, and changing rooms.

    • Children under the age of 12 years must be accompanied by an adult.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

    Ticket redemption point

    • Show your ticket at Cologne Zoological Garden.

    • Address: Riehler Str. 173, 50735 Köln, Germany.

    Get directions to the redemption point

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