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Schönbrunn Zoo

Enter the Baroque-style zoo, Schönbrunn Zoo, which is also the oldest in the world, and discover the natural world in all its rich diversity. Schönbrunn Zoo is home to a varied species of animals and birds, here everybody aims to promote conservation and biodiversity. Watch many of the animals at feeding time, and find out fascinating facts in the process!
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Slide 1 of 12, Siberian tiger resting on a log at Schönbrunn Zoo, Vienna.
Siberian tiger resting on a log at Schönbrunn Zoo, Vienna.

Schönbrunn Zoo Skip-The-Line Ticket

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  • Enjoy swift entry to Schönbrunn Zoo and explore diverse species across its 17 hectares including Siberian tigers and koalas.

  • Encounter Schönbrunn's stars, the giant pandas, a unique sighting as they reside in only a few of zoos worldwide.

  • Your ticket also offers access to fascinating animal houses, from a rainforest habitat to an aquarium terrarium.

  • Get the chance to observe many of the animals during their feeding sessions at the zoo.

  • Fun fact: The zoo was originally founded in 1752 as an imperial menagerie by Emperor Franz I Stephan of Lorraine, Maria Theresa’s husband.

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  • Enjoy swift entry to Schönbrunn Zoo and explore diverse species across its 17 hectares including Siberian tigers and koalas.

  • Encounter Schönbrunn's stars, the giant pandas, a unique sighting as they reside in only a few of zoos worldwide.

  • Your ticket also offers access to fascinating animal houses, from a rainforest habitat to an aquarium terrarium.

  • Get the chance to observe many of the animals during their feeding sessions at the zoo.

  • Fun fact: The zoo was originally founded in 1752 as an imperial menagerie by Emperor Franz I Stephan of Lorraine, Maria Theresa’s husband.

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Courtyard of Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna and people feeding giraffes at a zoo.

Combo (Save 5%): Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Skip-the-Line Tour + Schönbrunn Zoo Skip-the-Line Tickets

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  • Save time and money with two top Vienna experiences in one day, both within the same historic palace grounds.

  • Skip the long queues at Schönbrunn Palace and explore 22 opulent staterooms once home to the Habsburgs.

  • Join a 2.5-hour guided tour through the palace interiors, then stroll the manicured Baroque gardens and courtyards.

  • Walk just 10 minutes to Schönbrunn Zoo, the world’s oldest, and head straight inside with priority entry.

  • See over 700 animal species, from giant pandas and Siberian tigers to rare tropical birds.

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  • Save time and money with two top Vienna experiences in one day, both within the same historic palace grounds.

  • Skip the long queues at Schönbrunn Palace and explore 22 opulent staterooms once home to the Habsburgs.

  • Join a 2.5-hour guided tour through the palace interiors, then stroll the manicured Baroque gardens and courtyards.

  • Walk just 10 minutes to Schönbrunn Zoo, the world’s oldest, and head straight inside with priority entry.

  • See over 700 animal species, from giant pandas and Siberian tigers to rare tropical birds.

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€78.85

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Slide 1 of 9, Giraffes at Schönbrunn Zoo and Vienna sightseeing train.
Giraffes at Schönbrunn Zoo and Vienna sightseeing train.

Combo (Save 8%): Schönbrunn Zoo + Schönbrunn Palace Panorama Train Ride Tickets

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Audio guide

  • Get skip-the-line access to the world's oldest zoo, Schönbrunn, and discover 600 species across its grounds, including the rare giant pandas.

  • As a champion for conservation efforts, Schonbrunn Zoo is home to many endangered species such as Siberian tigers, orangutans, and African elephants.

  • Board a panoramic train for a 45-minute ride through Schönbrunn Palace Park and learn about the sights with an audio guide in your own language.

  • Navigate through nine notable sections of Schönbrunn Park on your joyride, and check out the Obelisk Fountain, Gloriette, and the Zoo Palm House.

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  • Get skip-the-line access to the world's oldest zoo, Schönbrunn, and discover 600 species across its grounds, including the rare giant pandas.

  • As a champion for conservation efforts, Schonbrunn Zoo is home to many endangered species such as Siberian tigers, orangutans, and African elephants.

  • Board a panoramic train for a 45-minute ride through Schönbrunn Palace Park and learn about the sights with an audio guide in your own language.

  • Navigate through nine notable sections of Schönbrunn Park on your joyride, and check out the Obelisk Fountain, Gloriette, and the Zoo Palm House.

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€41.40

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Wustenhaus and glass house in Vienna with surrounding gardens.

Combo (Save 5%): Schönbrunn Zoo + Desert House Skip-the-Line Tickets

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  • Save time and enjoy skip-the-line entry to both Schönbrunn Zoo and the Desert House with this convenient combo ticket.
  • Explore Schönbrunn Zoo’s 17 hectares, home to Siberian tigers, koalas, and rare giant pandas seen in few zoos worldwide.
  • Step into the Desert House to discover unique flora, cacti, and desert creatures, from nibble fish to bearded lizards and rattlesnakes.
  • Stroll through recreated desert landscapes, spotting living fossils, chirping red fodies, and radiated tortoises along the way.
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  • Save time and enjoy skip-the-line entry to both Schönbrunn Zoo and the Desert House with this convenient combo ticket.
  • Explore Schönbrunn Zoo’s 17 hectares, home to Siberian tigers, koalas, and rare giant pandas seen in few zoos worldwide.
  • Step into the Desert House to discover unique flora, cacti, and desert creatures, from nibble fish to bearded lizards and rattlesnakes.
  • Stroll through recreated desert landscapes, spotting living fossils, chirping red fodies, and radiated tortoises along the way.
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€36.10

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Belvedere Castle in Vienna with Flexi Pass logo in foreground.

Vienna Flexi Pass: Choose 2/3/4/5 Attractions

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  • Forget about buying multiple tickets and explore Vienna hassle-free with this multi-attraction city pass

  • Save big – up to 30% and explore 60+ top attractions like Schönbrunn Palace, Leopold Museum, and the Upper Belvedere.

  • Dive deep into the hidden gems of the city – wander through the Maze Schönbrunn, the Vienna Furniture Museum, Madhouse Tower & more.

  • Plan your itinerary on the go, skip queues, and gain hassle-free entry to attractions with just one physical pass.

  • Choose between 2/3/4/5 attractions. After visiting your first attraction, you will have 60 days to explore your remaining sights.

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  • Forget about buying multiple tickets and explore Vienna hassle-free with this multi-attraction city pass

  • Save big – up to 30% and explore 60+ top attractions like Schönbrunn Palace, Leopold Museum, and the Upper Belvedere.

  • Dive deep into the hidden gems of the city – wander through the Maze Schönbrunn, the Vienna Furniture Museum, Madhouse Tower & more.

  • Plan your itinerary on the go, skip queues, and gain hassle-free entry to attractions with just one physical pass.

  • Choose between 2/3/4/5 attractions. After visiting your first attraction, you will have 60 days to explore your remaining sights.

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€56
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Vienna hop-on hop-off bus and tiger at Schönbrunn Zoo.

Combo (Save 10%): Vienna Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Schönbrunn Zoo Skip-The-Line Tickets

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Audio guide

  • Enjoy skip-the-line entry to Schönbrunn Zoo, and meet about 700 species, including giant pandas, Siberian tigers, giraffes, and more.

  • Your ticket also offers access to a diverse range of animal houses and habitats like rainforests, aquariums, and polariums.

  • Take in Vienna’s highlights like the Hundertwasser House, Danube Island, and Museums Quartier, with a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off tour along 23 sights.

  • Hop on a bus every 20 to 30 minutes, learn exciting facts about the city from a multilingual audio guide, and set off on 2 digital walking tours.

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  • Enjoy skip-the-line entry to Schönbrunn Zoo, and meet about 700 species, including giant pandas, Siberian tigers, giraffes, and more.

  • Your ticket also offers access to a diverse range of animal houses and habitats like rainforests, aquariums, and polariums.

  • Take in Vienna’s highlights like the Hundertwasser House, Danube Island, and Museums Quartier, with a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off tour along 23 sights.

  • Hop on a bus every 20 to 30 minutes, learn exciting facts about the city from a multilingual audio guide, and set off on 2 digital walking tours.

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€59.40

10% off

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Desert House entrance at Schönbrunn Zoo with cactus sculpture and yellow facade.

Desert House Skip-the-Line Ticket at Schönbrunn Zoo

Extended validity
Explore at your pace

  • Embrace the allure of desert life without the scorching heat, right in the heart of Vienna at the Desert House with unique flora and fauna.

  • Skip the queues and kick-start your adventure! From nibble fish to rattlesnakes and naked mole rats, get up close with a host of desert-dwelling creatures.

  • Marvel at the cuttings from the world’s oldest pot plant, and walk amid cacti and succulents, discover 'living fossils' like bearded lizards.

  • Walk through desert landscapes of Central America to Madagascar, and unearth desert secrets, from the chirping red fodies to the radiated tortoises.

  • Fun fact: The Garra rufa fish or ‘nibble fish’ at the Desert House, famous for their gentle nibbling on visitors' fingers, are also popular in some spas for providing a unique form of exfoliation.

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  • Embrace the allure of desert life without the scorching heat, right in the heart of Vienna at the Desert House with unique flora and fauna.

  • Skip the queues and kick-start your adventure! From nibble fish to rattlesnakes and naked mole rats, get up close with a host of desert-dwelling creatures.

  • Marvel at the cuttings from the world’s oldest pot plant, and walk amid cacti and succulents, discover 'living fossils' like bearded lizards.

  • Walk through desert landscapes of Central America to Madagascar, and unearth desert secrets, from the chirping red fodies to the radiated tortoises.

  • Fun fact: The Garra rufa fish or ‘nibble fish’ at the Desert House, famous for their gentle nibbling on visitors' fingers, are also popular in some spas for providing a unique form of exfoliation.

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Upper Belvedere Palace in Vienna with gardens and fountain in foreground.

MegaPass Vienna: Schönbrunn Palace Guided Tour, City Walks & Audio Tours

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Audio guide

  • Skip ticket lines and tour Schönbrunn Palace with a guide, exploring the imperial rooms with smooth, pre-reserved entry.

  • Join a guided walking tour through Vienna’s city center, taking in key squares and landmarks with local insights.

  • Explore the Hofburg Imperial District at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour featuring 22 stops.

  • Discover highlights of Vienna’s Historic Center with an 11-stop audio tour, ideal for flexible sightseeing.

  • Stay connected with 3 GB eSIM data plus digital extras and 10% discounts; upgrade to Explorer for a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus.

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  • Skip ticket lines and tour Schönbrunn Palace with a guide, exploring the imperial rooms with smooth, pre-reserved entry.

  • Join a guided walking tour through Vienna’s city center, taking in key squares and landmarks with local insights.

  • Explore the Hofburg Imperial District at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour featuring 22 stops.

  • Discover highlights of Vienna’s Historic Center with an 11-stop audio tour, ideal for flexible sightseeing.

  • Stay connected with 3 GB eSIM data plus digital extras and 10% discounts; upgrade to Explorer for a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus.

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€102

Pro tips to help you make a pick

Opt for skip-the-line tickets as Schönbrunn Zoo receives more than 2 million guests a year. Entry queues can be long no matter what time of day or season, and skip-the-line tickets will help you spend less time waiting and more time exploring. Most times, online purchases also include better ticket deals.

About Schönbrunn Zoo

The oldest zoo in operation in the world, Schönbrunn Zoo, is a sprawling park with a collection of 700 animal species and several immersive exhibits. Plan a perfect day out in the company of diverse flora and fauna, a serene atmosphere, delicious food, and many learning opportunities at the Schonbrunn Zoo. 

AddressMaxingstraße 13b, 1130 Wien, Austria
Also known asVienna Zoo
Year opened1752
Founded byEmperor Franz I
Visitors per year2000000
Unesco status1996

Did you know?

The oldest zoo in operation in the world, Schönbrunn Zoo, was the brainchild of Emperor Franz I, Maria Theresa’s husband. What started as a menagerie adjacent to the summer residence of the Habsburgs, flourished into a full-fledged zoo with royal patronage. The zoo’s royal origins are evident from the grand architecture that flawlessly blends with its modern amenities.

Why visit Schönbrunn Zoo?

Rich history

The oldest zoo in the world and a part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Schönbrunn Zoo came to be with royal patronage. The zoo blends an imperial past with a technologically advanced present in its architecture and operations and is a testimony to Austrian imperial history.

Highlights

Giant Pandas

The Giant Pandas are an absolute must-visit. One of the 27 zoos in the world to have these extremely cute Giant Pandas, the zoo has also successfully bred them, thereby taking part in its conservation efforts. You won’t tire of seeing the dorky antics of these extremely popular and peaceful zoo residents.

Rainforest

Explore a tropical indoor jungle right in the heart of Vienna, at the Rainforest House. Ingenious engineering ensures that Southeast Asian flora and fauna can thrive in this glass house. In addition to housing several animals like northern river terrapin, Asian small-clawed otters, and flying foxes, there is even a bat cave here!

Polarium

The icy polar world at the Polarium welcomes you to watch the rockhopper penguins and king penguins go about their daily lives. Outside, catch the sea lions spraying water at the visitors. The nearby Polar Bear facility has a large pool that offers views of the Polar Bears swimming. 

Aquarium

Colorful fishes including piranhas, endangered gigantic arapaima, and a coral reef with a diverse array of Indo-Pacific aquatic species make the Aquarium an interesting place. If you are traveling with kids, do not miss the aquarium tunnels where the fishes seem just within your grasp.

Panorama Train

Given the area of the park, a good way to move around Schönbrunn Park would be to catch a ride on the Panorama Train. Operating regularly from 10 AM to 6 PM, the train passes through the zoo at the Emperor’s Breakfast Pavilion, the Elephant House, and the Tirolerhof. This is especially ideal for those who are time-constrained or have difficulty walking. You need to purchase separate tickets for the train. 

Nature Discovery Trail

This trail is a unique experience to understand native Austrian wildlife better. At the aquariums, you observe native fishes like brook trout and pike at close quarters. Next, it's a thrilling walk on a 160-meter-high treetop trail, with great birdwatching opportunities and impressive views of the Schönbrunn Palace. Then, you can spot amphibians like adders, salamanders, and some deadly snakes at the open-air terrariums. 

ORANG.erie

The intelligent Orangutans, humans' closest animal relatives, can be seen chilling in the ORANG.erie. At the adjacent Café Atelier Nonja, the reproductions of the paintings by Nonja, a female orangutan, are displayed. Take a coffee break here with direct views of the apes. 

Elephant House

The majestic yet gentle Elephants stroll about in the large Elephant House. We recommend visiting during the shower routine and feeding sessions when it is an absolute delight to watch these social animals. 

Petting Zoo

If you are traveling with kids, check out the petting zoo with rabbits, pygmy goats, and Ouessant sheep. Not only is this fun and thrilling for the little ones, but it is also an educational activity.

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Yves B

Israel
Couple
6 days ago
Wonderfull tour organized and conducted, The instructor was knowledgeable and for few wonderful moments we lived the 17 and 18 centuries.

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