Bratislava Zoo
ZOO Bratislava
Slovakia's largest zoo, set in wooded hills in the western valley of the city. It has a dinosaur park and is a popular destination for families.
The Bratislava Zoo is on the wooded slopes of the Mlynská dolina valley to the west of the city. It opened in 1960 and covers about 96 hectares. It houses around 170 species, and the most popular animals are the white lion, giraffes, lynxes and meerkats. The dinosaur park has dozens of life-size dinosaur models, along with a small children's play area, which makes it especially good for families. The zoo is built into the hillside with many slopes, so wear comfortable shoes. A visit takes about 2 to 3 hours. It is open roughly 9:00 to 19:00 in summer, with shorter hours in winter. Take a bus from the Old Town to the Zoo stop. The nearby Devín area is also worth a visit.
Opening hours
Summer approx. 09:00–19:00; winter approx. 09:00–16:00
Nearby sights
- Slavín War Memorial
- Kamzík TV Tower
- Bratislava Castle
- Grassalkovich Palace
- St. Martin's Cathedral
- Michael's Gate
- Main Square
- Old Town Hall