Step into the heart of Barcelona and discover a world of wildlife at the historic Barcelona Zoo, home to more than 2,000 animals representing over 300 species from every corner of the globe. Perfect for families, nature lovers, and curious explorers, the zoo offers the chance to see majestic lions, exotic birds, towering giraffes, and endangered species in carefully designed habitats. Wander through lush gardens, enjoy interactive exhibits, and learn about global conservation efforts while spending a fun and educational day in one of the city’s greenest oases. With activities for children, picnic areas, and wide open spaces, the Barcelona Zoo is a must-visit attraction that combines entertainment with awareness of our planet’s biodiversity
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Enjoy an fun an educational day at Barcelona Zoo, in Parc de la Ciutadella. Besides having the accolade of being Spain’s most modern zoo, it’s also Spain’s oldest – having been open to members of the public since 1882. Covering a space of nearly 32 acres (13 hectares), the zoo really requires a full day to see it all, and luckily, there’s a mini-train to help you get around. Alternatively, you can hire an electric car at your own expense. Reproducing the natural habitat of the animals that live in it, Barcelona Zoo is split into different spacious sections with open enclosures for mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles. Additional areas include the ‘infants’ zoo’ where kids can get up close to tamer animals, and the dolphinarium, where friendly dolphins perform in front of large viewing windows. Until recently, Barcelona Zoo was particularly well known for being the home of a rare white gorilla called Snowflake (Floquet de Neu), who sadly died in 2003. To keep the memory of Snowflake alive, the zoo is passionate about helping endangered gorillas – participating in numerous endangered species awareness and conservation programs. See all the big-name animals that you’d expect to see in a top zoo, like hippos, lions, tigers and monkeys, as well as animals that are native to Spain, like the Iberian wolf. As you explore, learn all about these fascinating creatures from information signs and interactive zones around the zoo. With plenty of leafy picnic areas, cafés and restaurants on site, you can eat lunch at the zoo (own expense), or simply sit down and relax in between seeing Barcelona’s impressive collection of animals!
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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Barcelona Zoo Entrance Ticket lasts about 1 day. The itinerary has 2 stops.
Prices start at $27 per person for this Barcelona experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Children aged 3–12 pay from $17, adults from $27. Infants go free.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 3.6 out of 5 across 41 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Turisme de Barcelona.
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What a disaster, half the spaces empty, the other half under construction, animals and enclosures poorly cared for, I am sure that if before entering they gave you a list of the animals you are going to see, 90% of the people would not enter, it seemed like a scam to me.
It was a great experience Zoo is located in central Barcelona set in a beautiful park Nice and easy as always Zoo is nice and large Very clean Highly recommend
Wrong directions on app. Get directions took me to Horta. I cannot understand why this was listed in the app.
Very good with a wide range of animals and extremely informative would recommend to future visitors.
Most of the animals weren't there. All of the restaurants were closed. The atmosphere was disgusting. I'm such a zoo lover and couldn't wait to get out of the zoo.
I state that I am not a zoo lover because I do not like to watch animals locked up, but we found ourselves here by chance and my children insisted on entering. The cost is about 20 euros and I would say it is a reasonable price considering the vastness of the park and the specimens present. The animals have a decent amount of space at their disposal, it reflects their natural habitat and from what I saw, they all looked healthy. However very nice, clean, tidy and well maintained.
Excellent just as you would expect - good weather too which makes a big difference. One of the best zoos I have been to
I hope for something better.it's all very abandoned sure we won't come back.quality price not worth
Great place to spend a nice day there are many animals of any species... (even rare). Keep yourself (in my opinion) very well. I would have given it 5 if it weren't for the conditions in which the dolphins and tigers live (hopefully temporary). Inside the zoo you can still have refreshments available in almost every corner of the park. Have fun 😀
The zoo is beautiful. And safe for children. You can see animals. Too bad you don't see predators
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