To the zoo in Cologne

A day at the zoo is the ideal outing for both young and old. Discover Kölner Zoo, for example, which is one of the biggest zoos in Germany. The train will take you comfortably and quickly to the zoo in Cologne. Below you will find all the information you need about opening times, entrance fees, how to get there and why Kölner Zoo is so special.

Cologne's zoo: Kölner Zoo

Cologne Zoo, Kölner Zoo, is the third oldest zoo in Germany. The Zoo is also called Zoölogische Garten Köln and was founded in 1860. Since then, the zoo has expanded considerably with an aquarium, a large ape house and a special enclosure for tropical animals.

Cologne Zoo is huge. In an area of around 20 hectares, more than 10,000 animals from some 750 different species live. In particular, there are many elephants. No less than 12 Asian elephants live in the special elephant park. The monkeys and other primates are also well represented. You will find 25 types of primates here, including orang-utans and mantle baboons. But Cologne Zoo also has energetic spider monkeys and red ruffed and ring-tailed lemurs.

Opening hours Kölner Zoo

Kölner Zoo is open all year round. The opening hours differ in summer and winter. For the most current opening hours always visit the website of the Kölner Zoo.

With discount to the zoo in Cologne

Here you can find the entrance fees for adults
Children 4 to 12 years pay less
Schoolchildren, students and/or trainees will also be given a discount upon showing their identity card
Children 3 years and under are free

Entrance fees & entrance Kölner Zoo

For the most current entrance fees always visit the website of the Kölner Zoo. Are you planning to visit Cologne Zoo several times a year? See if an annual ticket is worth your while.

Would you like a guided tour of the zoo? The zoo offers evening tours to the zoo. In addition, the Kölner Zoo offers guided tours of the aquarium. Registration is required for both tours.

Where to stay in Cologne

Do you want to have plenty of time to enjoy your visit to the zoo? Then we recommend staying overnight in Cologne. Take a look at our affordable Train & Hotel package. Together with our tour operators, we offer great packages where train and hotel are both fully arranged. And you always spend the night close to a train station, so that you will not have far to walk with your luggage. This way, you will be comfortable and well prepared for your trip.