Zürich Zoo was founded in 1929 and opens every day of the year, with the Masoala Rainforest keeping slightly shorter hours than the rest of the zoo. Ticket prices include a voluntary nature-conservation franc. Families arriving late in the day can use the Sunset ticket, which takes 40% off non-discounted single tickets from 90 minutes before closing. The one thing to plan around is food: you may eat your own food in all the animal houses except the Masoala Rainforest, but brought food is not welcome in the restaurants.
Family FAQ
How much does Zürich Zoo cost?
Adults CHF 32, youths aged 13-17 CHF 27, children aged 6-12 CHF 18; a family day ticket (partners with their own children and teenagers) costs CHF 85.
What are the opening hours of Zürich Zoo?
Open 365 days a year: 9 am-6 pm from March to October, 9 am-5 pm from November to February.
Is there parking at Zürich Zoo?
Zoo parking costs CHF 0.50 per hour Monday to Saturday (max. 6 hours); a free shuttle bus runs from the Eisbahn Dolder car park to the main entrance.
