Budapest Zoo

Zoo Budapest, Budapest, Hungary

What to expect

The Budapest Zoo and Botanical Garden is one of the oldest zoos in the world, covering 18.4 hectares and home to over 10,000 animals from 1,072 species. The zoo features a number of animal houses and pens, including a lion house, an elephant house, and a giraffe enclosure. Visitors can explore the zoo's various exhibits, including the Pannon Park, which showcases the wildlife of the former Pannonian wilderness. The zoo also has a botanical garden, featuring a variety of plant species. With its rich history, diverse animal collection, and beautiful gardens, the Budapest Zoo and Botanical Garden is a great place to visit for families and animal lovers

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This family's experience:

Activities: We went to the zoo and saw several of the great famous African animals such as the elephant, lion, rhinoceros, hippo, zebra, giraffe and several species of monkeys

Highlights: We had a great half day here with our kids at the zoo ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Budapest Zoo. The animals made a good impression and the zoo is very nicely laid out. There are also some nice playgrounds. We spent a half or even a whole day there

Highlights: The zoo is nice and well laid out. There are also some nice playgrounds ✨