You can explore Tierpark Berlin, one of two zoos in Berlin, Germany, founded in 1955 in Friedrichsfelde on the historic grounds of Friedrichsfelde Palace. Spanning 160 hectares (400 acres), this expansive park gives you the chance to observe 7,250 animals from 846 species. As you wander through the park, you will encounter the most diverse collection of hoofed mammals in Europe, featuring large herds of ungulates and rarely kept species like muskoxen and takin.
You can check out specialized exhibits including paddocks with old trees and canals for camels and bison, as well as aviaries, bear enclosures, and buildings for primates, reptiles, and carnivores. Do not miss the large elephant building housing African and Asian elephants, representing a famous, highly successful elephant breeding program. Beyond the paid grounds, you can experience free public exhibits such as the Bärenschaufenster (Bear Show Window) featuring American black bears, or visit the historic Treskow family burial ground located right within the zoo.
Whether you are interested in wild species from alpine regions or African ungulates, Tierpark Berlin offers a vast landscape filled with wildlife conservation history and unique animal habitats.
What to see at Tierpark Berlin
- Friedrichsfelde Palace grounds and the Treskow family burial ground
- Europe's most diverse collection of hoofed mammals, including muskoxen and takin
- A successful breeding program for African and Asian elephants
- Free public exhibits like the Bärenschaufenster for American black bears
- Large paddocks surrounded by old trees and canals housing camels and bison
Visiting tips
Be sure to stop by the free Bärenschaufenster exhibit to view American black bears located outside the main paid area.
How long: Several hours · Best time: Varies
How to get there & what’s nearby
Tierpark Berlin is easy to reach on Berlin’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Brandenburg Gate and Berlin Zoological Garden. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Berlin travel guide.
See the full Berlin travel guide for where to stay, the best time to visit and the top things to do.