Barcelona Zoo Tickets - Prices and Visitor Information

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What is Barcelona Zoo?

• Barcelona Zoo (Zoo de Barcelona) is one of the city’s most popular family attractions, set inside the leafy Parc de la Ciutadella just a short walk from the historic centre.
• Home to hundreds of animal species from around the world, the zoo focuses on conservation, education and close-up wildlife experiences in a compact, easy-to-explore setting.
• It’s especially popular with families thanks to its relaxed layout, shaded paths and wide variety of animals, from big cats and primates to reptiles and exotic birds.

Quick Information

• ‍Address: Barcelona Zoo, Parc de la Ciutadella, Barcelona, 08003
• Opening Times: Daily from 10:00 - 20:00
• Suggested Visit Duration: 2-4 Hours

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Barcelona Zoo Ticket Options

• Barcelona Zoo: Skip-the-line Entry Ticket
• Barcelona Zoo & Barcelona Aquarium: Combination Ticket

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Is Barcelona Zoo Worth Visiting?

• Barcelona Zoo is best suited for families with children or visitors looking for a relaxed outdoor experience in the city.
• With more than 2000 animals calling it home, it will help bring smiles to kids and adults alike.
• A good location for a half-day activity in the city.

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What You Can See At Barcelona Zoo

The zoo is designed for easy walking and offers a wide range of animal habitats including:

• Primates, including gorillas and chimpanzees
• Big cats such as lions and tigers
• Exotic birds and flamingos
• Reptile house
• Aquatic and amphibian species
• Farm and children’s areas

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About Barcelona Zoo

Barcelona Zoo is home to more than 2000 animals from over 300 different species, including both native and exotic species.

It combines nature with a modern zoo setting and has designed the animals enclosures to replicate their natural wild habitats.

The Aviary

An expansive mesh dome that is home to many different exotic bird species who all live in harmony.

Visitors can wander through walkways and listen to the bird song and spot the residents as they sit in the trees of fly over above.

Primates

The primate section offers an intimate encounter with a range of primates. You can see chimpanzees, gorillas, and other playful monkeys thriving in their habitats and showing insights into their social dynamics and behaviours.

Aquatic Creatures

In the aquatic section visitors can see the playful Californian Sea Lions. Did you know that Sea Lions are different to seals because they have smaller external ear flaps and they also have the ability to bend their rear flippers to help them move on land!

The zoos Humboldt penguins are also in this section which normally bring a smile to most faces.

You can also see hundreds of different types of fish from bright colourful ones to more local species.

Big Cats

Home to lions, tigers, and leopards which roam in spacious enclosures.

Informative displays not only show the raw power and grace of these creatures but also underscore the zoos commitment to conservation and how they are trying to help protect and increase the dwindling numbers of big cats around the world with their conservation efforts.

Elephants

Home to African bush elephants, this zone focuses on animal welfare and conservation, offering large open spaces designed to support natural movement and behaviour.

Reptiles

From slithering snakes to fearsome crocodiles and various others in between such as little lizards and poison dart frogs.

The zone offers a glimpse into the world of reptiles. You can read the engaging educational boards that shed light on the vital roles that the creatures play in their natural ecosystems and help to foster a deeper appreciation for their unique characteristics.

Children's Zoo

The Children’s Zoo has been designed with youngsters in mind.

A dynamic space for education and fun with interactive exhibits that allow children to connect with farm animals which helps to foster a sense of responsibility and respect for all living beings.

The area shows the zoos dedication to creating a family-friendly environment.

Visitors can find favourites such as goats, cows, sheep, pigs, horses, donkeys and even an incredibly rare Catalan Donkey.

The space also has some smaller animals to interact with such as rabbits, mice and hamsters, all with the purpose of introducing animals to kids.

Botanical Gardens

Beyond the animal exhibits, Barcelona Zoo also features landscaped botanical gardens that offer a peaceful space to relax and enjoy nature. The gardens include a wide variety of plants, flowers and trees, adding to the calm, green atmosphere of the park.

Useful Information About Barcelona Zoo

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Barcelona Zoo address:

• Barcelona Zoo, Parc de la Ciutadella, Barcelona, 08003

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How to get to Barcelona Zoo:

• ‍By Bus: D20, H14, H16, V21 and V27
• ‍By Metro: The L4 line between Barceloneta and Ciutadella - Vila Olipica or L1 line between Marina and Arc de Triomf
• ‍By Tram: Ciutadella - Vila Olimpica (T4)
• ‍By Renfe: Arc de Triomf and Estacio de Franca

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Barcelona Zoo Opening Hours

• Saturday: 10:00 - 20:00
• Sunday: 10:00 - 20:00
• Monday: 10:00 - 20:00
• Tuesday: 10:00 - 20:00
• Wednesday: 10:00 - 20:00
• Thursday: 10:00 - 20:00
• Friday: 10:00 - 20:00