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Explore a fascinating wilderness, in the middle of Leipzig. Experience pure biodiversity and near-natural habitats in six exciting adventure worlds and learn why nature conservation and species protection are important.
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Learn about the importance of the conservation of natural habitats and endangered species in the six exciting theme worlds at Leipzig Zoo.
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Explore the naturally designed habitats of Africa, South America, Asia, etc., home to 850 animal species, including rare and endangered species.
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In Gondwanaland, take a boat ride on the jungle river and feel the tropical rainforest of Africa, Asia, and South America with all your senses.
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From the observation deck, enjoy a panoramic view of Gondwanaland, Europe's largest tropical adventure hall.
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Watch the herd of elephants in Asia as they take their daily bath with an underwater view.
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Meet 4 different species under one roof at Pongoland, the world's only great ape facility, the chimpanzees, bonobos, gorillas, and orangutans.
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Admission to Leipzig Zoo
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Access to the founder's house
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Access to Pongoland
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Access to Gondwanaland
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Access to Adventure World Africa
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Access to Adventure World South America
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Access to Adventure World Asia
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These tickets can't be cancelled. However, you can use them any time until 31 Oct, 2025.
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Ina
Jul, 2025Verified booking
The zoo is very beautiful and not that big. So you can do everything in one day. A great experience despite the sweltering heat. The animals have beautiful, spacious enclosures. We had to take a lot of breaks, which is no problem as there are several catering facilities. The boat tour was also nice, not that long, which is nice. Great vegetation. Conclusion: A great zoo that I can really recommend.
Veronika
Jun, 2025Verified booking
The entire zoo with its animals and plants is well worth seeing
Anna
Jul, 2025Verified booking
This is my third time visiting Leipzig Zoo – first in August last year, then during the winter months, and now in July. I keep coming back because I absolutely love the tropical hall – it’s the perfect place to recharge. My favorite visit was in winter: almost no people, peaceful atmosphere, and even the big cats were out and visible instead of hiding from the summer heat. But the moment that really surprised me? Gorillas walking around with blankets over their heads! If you’re curious what I mean – go see for yourself ;) Yep, the cheetah was my absolute favourite! And... birds, who fly freely... and two fish friends. Yep, there is friendships under the water too ;) P.S. I highly recommend buying your ticket online – I skipped a super long line thanks to the app! A perfect time saver!
Ralf
Jul, 2025Verified booking
It was particularly nice to see the sea lions, elephants and in Pongoland. The encounters with giraffes and meerkats were also very nice.
Matthias
Jul, 2025Verified booking
The zoo is just great, everything is clean and easy to explore for everyone thanks to the very well-designed overview map provided. The live explanations of the zookeepers are helpful and good, we will be back. The Marche Restaurant is not to be recommended, completely exorbitant prices, poor quality, and the friendliness of the staff does not match the otherwise sooo hospitable Leipzig at all.
These tickets are valid until 31 Oct, 2025.
On this adventure, get up and close with nature and explore the six adventure worlds at Leipzig Zoo. In the Founder's Garden, Gondwanaland, Asia, Africa, Pongoland, and South America you will discover a fascinating animal world. The zoo is home to more than 850 animal species, including many rare and endangered species such as Amur leopards, Sumatran tigers, and western lowland gorillas. It is also famous for its large enclosures that mimic the animals' natural habitat as closely as possible.
A trip through Gondwanaland is like a journey to the jungles of Africa, Asia, and South America. Nearly 170 species of exotic animals and more than 500 plant species await you in this covered area, which, by the way, is larger than two soccer fields. Follow the winding jungle paths, the treetop trail as well as the mysterious jungle river to discover this fabulous tropical diversity.
In the world's only great ape facility, Pongoland, you can witness chimpanzees, bonobos, gorillas, and orangutans. The Leipzig Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology also conducts research here. In Pongoland, you can even become an explorer yourself at various discovery stations!
Just like in the wild, here giraffes, ostriches, zebras, and other animals live together in peace. There are several excellent vantage points from where you can observe these savannah dwellers. Right next door, you can visit the predator enclosures. Only a moat seems to separate the spotted hyenas from their prey here! In addition, you can also observe lions and cute meerkats here.
Important Information
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Facilities: Parking lot, wheelchair accessibility, stroller accessibility.
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Dogs are not allowed in the zoo.
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You can rent strollers and baby carriages from the zookeepers at the entrance for a small rental fee.
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Supervised zoo tours are available for people with disabilities.
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The boat tour is also suitable for wheelchair users.
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Please Note: Free entry for kids under 6 years.
Operating Hours
Jan 1 to Mar 20
- 9am to 5pm
Mar 21 to Apr 30
- 9am to 6pm
May 1 to Sep 30
- 9am to 7pm
Oct 1 to Oct 31
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9am to 6pm
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Oct 31 (Halloween): 9am to 8pm
Nov 1 to Dec 31
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9am to 5pm
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Dec 24 (Christmas eve): 9am to 3pm
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Dec 31 (New Year's Eve): 9am to 3pm
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction.
Ticket Redemption Point
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Show your ticket at Zoo Leipzig.
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Address: Pfaffendorfer Straße 29, 04105, Leipzig.
Get Directions to the Redemption Point
Getting There
By Bus
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The closest bus stop is Zoo, Leipzig. It is a quick 1-minute walk to the attraction.
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Board bus N5 to get you there.
By Tram
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The closest tram stop is Zoo, Leipzig. It is a quick 1-minute walk to the attraction.
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Board trams 4 or 12 to get you there.
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