About this place
The zoo began as a royal menagerie and has grown into a forward-looking home for wildlife. An octagonal pavilion still anchors the grounds like a cheerful memory of breakfast among peacocks. Paths curve between leafy enclosures where careful design brings you close without crowding the animals. Families find favorite routes to elephants, big cats, and playful primates, while quieter corners reward patient observers. Special houses evoke distant climates and ecosystems and make rainy days delightful rather than a dilemma. The blend of past and present gives the place an atmosphere that is both friendly and unique.
Key facts
- 1 fist — Founded as the world’s oldest still operating zoo
- 8000 animals — Living here across all habitats
- 700 species — From all continents of the world
📍 Katastralgemeinde Schönbrunn, 1130, Wien