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Heidelberg Zoo
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Heidelberg Zoo is a compact but diverse zoo established in 1933, known for its commitment to conservation and education. The zoo's highlight is its award-winning elephant enclosure, which provides a naturalistic habitat for Asian elephants. Visitors can see over 1,000 animals representing 150 species, including big cats, primates, and a walk-through aviary. The zoo's layout is easy to navigate, making it ideal for families. Educational talks and feeding sessions occur daily, offering close encounters with animals like seals and penguins.
Don't miss
- Observe Asian elephants in their spacious, naturalistic enclosure
- Visit the walk-through aviary with free-flying birds
- Watch daily seal and penguin feeding sessions
- See the big cat exhibit featuring lions and tigers
- Explore the primate house with gorillas and orangutans
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Heidelberg Zoo
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inHeidelberg's Altstadt: A Self-Guided Audio Tour4★ · 26 travelers~1 hourFrom$5 per personSee dates →
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