Berlin Zoological Garden 🇩🇪

Welcome to the Berlin Zoological Garden, Germany’s oldest surviving zoo. Opened in 1844 within Berlin's Tiergarten, this expansive 35-hectare sanctuary is home to one of the world's most comprehensive species collections, boasting over 20,200 animals across roughly 1,380 species. As you explore, you will discover remarkable highlights, including four great ape species—gorillas, chimpanzees, orangutans, and bonobos—and Fatou, recognized as the world's oldest living captive gorilla.

Head to the carnivore house to view big cats and rare predators, or venture into its basement to see nocturnal creatures. Don't miss the bird house with its walk-through aviary, or the chance to spot rare species like the Luzon tarictic hornbill and the aquarium's tuatara. You can also see giant pandas, including breeding female Meng Meng and her cubs, alongside famous residents like banana-peeling Asian elephant Pang Pha.

You can enter through the historic Elephant Gate or Lion Gate, and attend popular regular animal feedings. Alongside its vast exhibits, the zoo maintains critical European breeding programs, reintroduction initiatives, and conservation partnerships. Whether visiting the 1913 aquarium or wandering modern naturalistic habitats, you will encounter an unforgettable piece of wildlife history.

What to see at Berlin Zoological Garden

• Observe giant pandas and unique species like the tuatara and Luzon tarictic hornbill.
• See four great ape species, including Fatou, the world's oldest living captive gorilla.
• Explore the carnivore house with big cats, rare mongooses, and a nocturnal animal basement.
• Visit the historic 1913 aquarium housing aquatic life, reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates.
• Enter via the reconstructed 1984 Elephant Gate or the Hardenbergplatz Lion Gate.

Visiting tips

Reach the zoo easily by public transit via the nearby Zoologischer Garten station, which connects U-Bahn, S-Bahn, and bus lines.

How long: Half day to full day · Best time: During animal feedings

How to get there & what’s nearby

Berlin Zoological Garden is easy to reach on Berlin’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Brandenburg Gate. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Berlin travel guide.