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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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9:00 AM - 6:30 PM

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3 hours

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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.

Address

Maxingstraße 13b, 1130 Wien, Austria

Also known as

Vienna Zoo

Year opened

1752

Founded by

Emperor Franz I

Visitor’s per year

2000000

Unesco status

1996

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.

Home to nearly 700 species of wildlife

While spotting almost 700 species in their natural state is reason enough to visit the zoo, your experience will be more holistic with immersive exhibits like the Rainforest House, Polarium, and more which simulate native habitats.

Educational experience

You learn a lot on the go at Schönbrunn Zoo. There are many interactive exhibits and informative signage to deepen your understanding of the animal world.

Entertainment for all ages

Kids will be thrilled to catch the animals in action. The petting zoo and farm are not only pure fun but also deepen the connection between nature and humans. You can also hop on board the Panorama Train with your family.

Conservation efforts

The zoo’s involvement in global conservation initiatives including breeding programs will make you appreciate its existence even more. It is home to many endangered species and conducts active research to strengthen its population and counteract the dire effects of climate change.

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.
While almost 700 animal species call the zoo their home, the Giant Pandas are extremely popular. The zoo is distinguished as one of the 27 zoos in the world to be entrusted with the endangered Giant Pandas and it continues to be vital in their conservation.
World War I and II adversely affected the zoo. Only 400 animals survived World War I. A polar bear was shot dead by a soldier, who stated the reason upon arrest that “he (bear) gets 10 kilograms of meat every day while I have to go hungry.” Aerial bombing during World War II left thousands of animals dead.
The Schönbrunn Zoo remains crucial in the conservation of many endangered species like the Giant Pandas, Northern bald ibis, Northern river terrapin, Polar bears, Barbary apes, Brasilian tapirs, Pond turtles, and Bearded vultures. It is the only zoo in Europe to successfully breed the endangered northern rockhopper penguins.
The zoo’s first giraffe came as a gift from the Viceroy of Egypt in 1828. Interestingly, the giraffe’s arrival triggered a craze that inspired clothes, shoes, perfume, play, hairstyles, and even a pastry called Giraffeln. This, however, was short-lived and ended with the death of the giraffe in less than a year.