Meet exotic animals at Zurich Zoo
Zurich, Switzerland • USD 32 approx.• 
Popular
Popular
Best months to visit
Jul, Aug
15°C – 25°C, warmest month; frequent summer showers and possible thunderstorms, high crowds, peak season
15°C – 25°C, warmest month; frequent summer showers and possible thunderstorms, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Zoo paths are accessible, mostly flat, with seating and ramps throughout.
Zoo paths are accessible, mostly flat, with seating and ramps throughout.
Value for money
Medium
Mixed reviews, with price balanced by exhibit quality.
Mixed reviews, with price balanced by exhibit quality.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Amazing Habitats
Couples loved the immersive environments, especially the new big cat exhibit!
Romantic Stroll
Visitors found the zoo a lovely place for a leisurely and educational day out.
Wonderful Variety
Couples appreciated the diversity of species and well-maintained habitats.
Under Construction
Travelers noted some areas are under construction, impacting the experience.
Overcrowded Weekends
Weekend crowds made it difficult for couples to enjoy the exhibits fully.
Pricey Tickets
Some couples felt the ticket prices were a bit steep for the experience.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
LOW
-1-5°C
Cold, with occasional snow or rain; short daylight hours.
Cold, with occasional snow or rain; short daylight hours.
Open
Zoo open daily except for potential closures on select holidays; indoor exhibits like the insect forest and Masoala Rainforest offer warm shelter.
Zoo open daily except for potential closures on select holidays; indoor exhibits like the insect forest and Masoala Rainforest offer warm shelter.
Recommended
December is suitable for visiting Zurich Zoo, especially for indoor exotic animal exhibits. Outdoor animal visibility may be limited due to cold weather, but most experiences remain available. The zoo is accessible by public transport, and all visitor services operate as usual.
December is suitable for visiting Zurich Zoo, especially for indoor exotic animal exhibits. Outdoor animal visibility may be limited due to cold weather, but most experiences remain available. The zoo is accessible by public transport, and all visitor services operate as usual.
January
LOW
-2-4°C
Cold with frequent overcast skies, chance of light snow or rain.
Cold with frequent overcast skies, chance of light snow or rain.
Open
Outdoor animal viewing may be limited due to cold. Indoor exhibits remain open.
Outdoor animal viewing may be limited due to cold. Indoor exhibits remain open.
Not recommended
Zurich Zoo operates year-round and offers the chance to see exotic animals, including Amur tigers, Asiatic lions, snow leopards, red pandas, and rare birds. Some animals may be less active or indoors in January.
Zurich Zoo operates year-round and offers the chance to see exotic animals, including Amur tigers, Asiatic lions, snow leopards, red pandas, and rare birds. Some animals may be less active or indoors in January.
February
LOW
-1-6°C
Cold, often damp, with occasional snow or rain showers.
Cold, often damp, with occasional snow or rain showers.
Open
Some outdoor habitats may have limited viewing or animals may be inside. Indoor attractions fully accessible.
Some outdoor habitats may have limited viewing or animals may be inside. Indoor attractions fully accessible.
Not recommended
The zoo is open and maintains access to exotic animals, but some may be less visible; indoor pavilions are best in February.
The zoo is open and maintains access to exotic animals, but some may be less visible; indoor pavilions are best in February.
March
MEDIUM
2-11°C
Cool and variable, with increasing sunshine, occasional rain.
Cool and variable, with increasing sunshine, occasional rain.
Open
All exhibits open; some animals may still prefer indoor areas.
All exhibits open; some animals may still prefer indoor areas.
Recommended
March is a transition month with improving weather; most exotic animals are viewable and new births often occur.
March is a transition month with improving weather; most exotic animals are viewable and new births often occur.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Bike
Car
Taxi
Train
Walking
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
Age
Ages up to 99