Barcelona Zoo

Barcelona Zoo

A city zoo right next to Parc de la Ciutadella, with a big wooden playground and a farm area for younger children. Online tickets are cheaper than at the gate.

A city zoo right next to Parc de la Ciutadella, with a big wooden playground and a farm area for younger children. Online tickets are cheaper than at the gate.

Under-3s go free

Price:

Adults from €20.70

Best for:

All ages

Duration:

3–4 hours

Weather:

Outdoors

📍 Area:

Ciutat Vella · Map →

Barcelona cityscape

Visiting Barcelona Zoo with Kids

Giraffes, elephants, penguins and Komodo dragons live in the leafy grounds beside Parc de la Ciutadella, in habitats that range from African savannah to tropical forest. Sea lions, colourful birds and smaller primates are spread along the paths, and there is a big wooden playground for climbing.

Visiting Barcelona Zoo with Kids

Giraffes, elephants, penguins and Komodo dragons live in the leafy grounds beside Parc de la Ciutadella, in habitats that range from African savannah to tropical forest. Sea lions, colourful birds and smaller primates are spread along the paths, and there is a big wooden playground for climbing.

Quick Family Facts

  • Best for: All ages

  • Visit time: 3–4 hours

  • Book ahead: Online tickets are cheaper

  • Weather: Outdoors; visit early on hot days

  • Pushchairs: Yes, paths are mostly wide and flat

  • Children: Under-3s go free

Highlights

Highlights

The Gorillas – Barcelona Zoo
The Gorillas
The Gorillas

The gorilla family can be seen feeding, grooming and resting together.

Komodo dragon resting on a log
The Land of the Dragons
The Land of the Dragons

Komodo dragons are the main attraction in this area, which also houses muntjac deer and a variety of Asian birds.

A child feeding a young goat
The Farm
The Farm

Goats, sheep, horses and rabbits live at the zoo’s farm, where young children can meet and pet them.

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Barcelona Zoo

Adults from €20.70

Online tickets are cheaper than at the gate. Arrive early, when the animals are more active.

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