Salzburg Hellbrunn Zoo: Animal diversity in front of a majestic backdrop
Salzburg Hellbrunn Zoo is picturesquely nestled between the cliffs of the Hellbrunn mountain and the extensive meadow landscape. The zoo covers an area of 14 hectares and is home to around 1,500 animals from all over the world, including rare and endangered species. The natural design of the enclosures is particularly impressive, offering the animals plenty of space and allowing visitors to gain exciting insights into the animal world. A destination that combines nature, education and fun for the whole family.
Short info:
- What is the Salzburg Hellbrunn Zoo? A zoo with over 1,500 animals from all over the world, located in the south of Salzburg is located
- Where is he? Hellbrunner Straße 60, 5081 Anif, Austria (approx. 10 minutes walk from Hellbrunn Palace)
- What is there to see there? Animals from Africa, Asia, America and Europe, including lions, tigers, monkeys, bears, rhinos, zebras and many more.
- When are the opening hours? All year round from 9:00. Here you will find all times.
- How much does the entrance fee cost? Adults 14.00 €, children (4–14) 6 €, youth 9 €. All You can find further prices here. With the Salzburg Card Admission is free once.
- How much time should I plan for? At least 2 hours to half a day
Getting to Salzburg Hellbrunn Zoo
Free parking is available directly in front of the zoo for cars and buses.
Public transport: Bus: line 25 from Salzburg main station.
The Hellbrunn Zoo in general
We enter the zoo with the Salzburg Card in hand. There is no need to stand in a ticket queue as we can scan the card directly.
A plus point is that it is impossible to get lost in the zoo, as the Gaisberg forms a natural and picturesque border behind the enclosures. A petting zoo awaits the youngest visitors right at the start, and animal feed can be purchased at the entrance.
The Salzburg Zoo places great importance on providing the animals with a habitat that is as natural as possible. The spacious enclosures are well-equipped with plants and bodies of water. Some of the enclosures are designed in such a way that even if you don't spot any animals, the sight alone is an invitation to linger. The entire area exudes a calming tranquility that creates a pleasant atmosphere for both the animals and the visitors.
The Zoo with Children
For families with several children and luggage, there are tickets available to borrow for €1 (main ticket office, Steinbock ticket office and opposite the climbing playground).
With the exception of wheelchairs, balance bikes, strollers and handcarts, the zoo may only be explored on foot.
There are also interactive puzzles and information boards for children. There is also a climbing playground with sandpit and the jako-o research station.
All toilet facilities on the zoo grounds have changing tables.
The areas
The zoo is divided into different areas, including Africa, Asia, America and Europe. Each area is home to animals from that region.
Our tour begins at the Steinbock ticket office near the ibexes. The following follows:
- brown bears
- otter
- reindeer
- chamois
- wolves
- Monkeys (live in a large enclosure with trees and climbing opportunities.)
- leopards
- snow leopard
- crocodiles,
- penguins
- Tigers (live in a separate enclosure with a moat. The tigers can be observed up close through a glass tunnel.)
- Lions (live in a large enclosure with plenty of space to run and play. The lions can be observed from an observation tower.)
- Rhinos (unfortunately there was a tragic accident here in 2023 in which a zookeeper died. The zoo was then closed for some time)
And much more
Food & Drink at the Zoo
The beautifully designed restaurant “Das ZoO” offers a good selection of dishes for young and old.
There is also a kiosk at the rhino enclosure and two snack machines at the lion house.
feedings at the zoo
Monday:
- 9:30 am: Piranha
- 11.30 am: Dalmatian & Pink-backed Pelican
- 2:30 pm: Squirrel monkey
- 4:30 pm: Porcupine
Tuesday:
- 9:30 am: Polar Wolf
- 11:30 am: Jaguar
- 2:30 pm: Otter
- 4:30 pm: Capuchin monkey
Wednesday:
- 9.30 am: Mini Pig
- 11:30 am: Wolverine
- 2:30 pm: White-handed gibbon
- 4:30 pm: Banded Mongoose
Thursday:
- 9:30 am: Squirrel monkey
- 11.30 am: African penguin
- 2:30 pm: Pygmy marmoset
- 4:30 pm: Otter
Friday:
- 9:30 am: Brown bear
- 11.30 am: Diana monkey
- 2:30 pm: Poison dart frog
- 4:30 pm: Porcupine
Saturday:
- 9.30 am: Four-eyed fish
- 11:30 am: Lion
- 2:30 pm: Lowland tapir
- 4:30 pm: Collared Peccary
Sunday:
- 9:30 am: Maned wolf
- 11.30 am: Emperor Tamarin
- 2:30 pm: Banded Mongoose
- 4:30 pm: African spurred tortoise
All animals by continent
(of course this changes again and again)
SOUTH AMERICA:
alpaca
Azure poison dart frog
capybara
Scarlet Macaw
Great Mara
collared peccary
jaguar
capuchin monkey
wedge-headed smooth-fronted caiman
boa constrictor
maned wolf
rhea
prairie dog
puma
Quetzal cichlid
pink flamingo
two-toed sloth
pygmy marmoset
EURASIA:
Alpine ibex
Binturong
brown bear
fire salamander
otter
chamois
gray steppe lemming
polar wolf
red panda
snow leopard
petting zoo
wolverine
forest reindeer
white-handed gibbon
AFRICA:
white rhinoceros
African penguin
cheetah
Grevy's zebra
ring-tailed lemur
Lychee Waterbuck
Lion
brush-eared pig
sable antelope
African spurred tortoise
porcupine
Watusi cattle
banded mongoose
dwarf day gecko
AUSTRALIA:
Green Tree Python
Parma kangaroo
Conclusion
The Salzburg Zoo is next to the Schönbrunn Zoo in Vienna one of the most beautiful zoos we have ever visited. Salzburg Zoo offers natural enclosures, breathtaking views and exciting animal feedings. A perfect place to spend time with the family and explore the animal world.
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