Schonbrunn Zoo
The oldest zoo in the world - a baroque-founded zoo in the grounds of Schonbrunn Palace, home to giant pandas and a historic pavilion.
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Tiergarten Schonbrunn, in the grounds of the imperial palace, was founded in 1752 and is the oldest continuously operating zoo in the world, its original layout radiating from a baroque imperial breakfast pavilion. Modernised over the centuries and known for its giant pandas and conservation work, it blends historic charm with a serious animal collection.
What you actually see
- The giant pandas - the zoo's celebrated pandas.
- The baroque pavilion - the original imperial breakfast pavilion at the centre.
- The historic layout - the oldest zoo, laid out from 1752.
- The rainforest house and animals - the modern enclosures and species.
When to go
Year-round; a fully open attraction good in any weather, and a natural pairing with a Schonbrunn Palace visit. Mornings are best for active animals.
Honest expectations
It is a zoo, with the questions that raises, though it is well regarded and conservation-minded. It sits within the busy palace grounds, so it can be crowded. It is a full-day family attraction combined with the palace and gardens.
Nearby
Schonbrunn Palace and its gardens surround it; central Vienna is a short U-Bahn ride.
What to pack for Schonbrunn Zoo
Chosen from what this place is for. Tap a kit for the full checklist.
Opening times, ticket prices and seasonal closures change - check the official source before you go: official site.
