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Opening hours
- January - February 8 a.m. to 5.3 p.m.
- March - April 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- May - August 8 a.m. to 6.3 p.m.
- Sept. - Oct. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Nov. - Dec. 8 a.m. to 5.3 p.m.
The zoo is open 365 days a year. An overview of our opening hours can be found here.
Admission prices
- Adults (aged 21 to 64/65) CHF 21.-
- Young people (aged 16 to 20) CHF 15.-
- Children (aged 6 to 15) CHF 10.-
- Senior citizens aged 64/65 and over CHF 19.-
ONLINE TICKETS available from the online shop
VOUCHERS available from the online shop
Getting here
Basel Zoo is in the heart of the city of Basel. Whether you are arriving on foot or by car, it is easy to get to from anywhere. Find out all you need to know about getting here.
Zoo map
See an overview of the entire zoo with our zoo map. You can download the map here or pick one up from our payment desks. An interactive zoo map is also available.
REstaurants
We will keep you going during your visit to Basel Zoo with fresh, regional treats served in our two restaurants and our cafeteria.
Feeding times and penguin walks
Watch the animals at Basel Zoo feeding.
Dogs
Dogs are unfortunately not permitted at Basel Zoo.
Photography
Please note the rules for photography at Basel Zoo.
animal encyclopaedia
Find out more about Basel Zoo’s various animals – from A to Z – in our animal encyclopaedia.
FAQ
Our FAQs contain answers to frequently asked questions about Basel Zoo.
Zoo shop
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March – October
Open from 9 a.m. until 15 minutes before the zoo closes -
November – February
Open from 10 a.m. until 15 minutes before the zoo closes