Schönbrunn Zoo at a glance
The zoo sits at the western end of the palace grounds in Vienna's 13th district. It started in 1752 as the imperial menagerie, and the operator calls it the oldest zoo in the world. The Imperial Pavilion, from where you now watch the pandas, dates from the same year. Today the zoo keeps around 500 species and, according to its own brochure, welcomes about 2 million visitors a year.
The zoo is open every day. It has its own ticket, separate from the palace ticket, but it is part of the Classic Pass Plus. The palace park next to it is free, so you can walk between the two without paying.
Schönbrunn Zoo tickets and combination tickets
Prices as published by the zoo in October 2026. The zoo does not state a validity date, so check the current price when you book.
| Ticket | Adults | Ages 6 to 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Zoo day ticket | €29 | €17 |
| Zoo, Palm House and Desert House | €38 | €24 |
| Zoo and Desert House | €33.50 | €20.50 |
| Zoo and Giant Ferris Wheel | €35 | €18.50 |
| Zoo and Danube Tower | €39 | €23 |
| Zoo, Children's Museum and Maze (27 March to 2 November) | €39 | €29 |
| Classic Pass Plus (palace, gardens, zoo, Desert House, Palm House) | €81 | €58 |
Children under 6 enter free. People with a disability pay €17. The family block costs €96 for five day tickets (two adults, three children) and stays valid for one year. An annual pass costs €69 for adults and €39 for children. Groups of 11 or more pay €27 and €14.50 per person.
With the Vienna City Card the day ticket costs €25, but only at the zoo ticket desks, not online. According to the zoo, the Vienna Pass gives free entry. The sources list no separate price for students or seniors.
Our picks: zoo and palace
Combine the zoo with a guided palace tour on the same day.
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Guided palace and gardens tour
A two-hour guided tour with skip-the-line entry to the palace and a walk through the gardens. Meeting point at the fountain in the main courtyard.
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Skip-the-line palace and gardens tour
A licensed guide takes you through 22 state rooms and the gardens, with the entry ticket included. You get there yourself by U4.
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A day ticket for the zoo. The price matches the zoo's own adult price of €29, so the advantage is mainly that you have it in advance.
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Palace tickets with a time slot, guided tours and evening concerts in the Orangery, with live prices and availability.
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The giant pandas Lan Yun and He Feng
The pair Lan Yun (female) and He Feng (male) were both born in 2020 at the giant panda research centre in China. They arrived in Vienna in April 2025 and have been on show since mid-May 2025. The zoo works with the China Wildlife Conservation Association, a partnership that began in 2003 and was extended for ten years in June 2024.
The pandas live apart from each other. The enclosure was rebuilt for them: the male's indoor area is about a third larger, and the outdoor area has ponds and climbing frames. You can watch from the Imperial Pavilion.
The earlier pandas Yang Yang and Yuan Yuan and the twins Fu Feng and Fu Ban no longer live in Vienna. We found no report of new panda cubs in 2026, so do not plan a visit around one.
Opening hours by month
Open daily. The ticket desk closes and the last entry is 30 minutes before closing.
| Period | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| January | 9:00 am to 4:30 pm |
| February | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| March | 9:00 am to 5:30 pm |
| April to September | 9:00 am to 6:30 pm |
| October until the clocks change (25 October 2026) | 9:00 am to 5:30 pm |
| After the clocks change until December | 9:00 am to 4:30 pm |
In November and December you therefore have little daylight. Arrive at opening time and see the pandas first. The Desert House inside the zoo is open 365 days a year, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm in winter and to 6:00 pm from May to September.
Entrances and how to get there
The zoo has three entrances. The first is the easiest for most visitors.
Main entrance, Hietzing gate
Take the U4 to Hietzing, one stop after Schönbrunn. The Palm House and the Desert House lie on the way to the gate.
Getting there →Tirolergarten entrance
It is next to the car park on Seckendorff-Gudent-Weg. The path is steep and not suitable for wheelchairs.
Engelstor park gate
Since 25 August 2026 pedestrians can enter the park through the new Engelstor gate near the Kennedy Bridge. It leads to the park, the zoo and the Imperial Carriage Museum.
Dogs are not allowed, except assistance dogs with proof. Wheelchairs are free at all three entrances if you book them in advance.
Plan your day around the zoo
The zoo fits well into a Schönbrunn day. These pages help with the rest.
Palm House and Maze
The Palm House is included in several zoo combination tickets.
Schönbrunn tickets explained
Where the Classic Pass Plus fits among the palace tickets.
Gardens and Gloriette
The free park and the paid viewpoint above the palace.
Opening hours and visit length
Palace, park and garden attractions by season.
Schönbrunn Zoo: frequently asked questions
How much is a ticket for Schönbrunn Zoo?
As listed in October 2026, adults pay €29 and children aged 6 to 18 pay €17. Children under 6 enter free. Combination tickets with the Palm House, Desert House, Giant Ferris Wheel or Danube Tower cost between €33.50 and €39 for adults.
Is the zoo included in the palace ticket?
No. The zoo is part of the Classic Pass Plus, which costs €81 for adults from 1 July to 2 November 2026. The Palace Ticket and the Classic Pass do not include it.
Can I see the pandas?
Yes. Lan Yun and He Feng have been on show since mid-May 2025. They live in separate areas, and you can watch from the Imperial Pavilion. Seeing an animal at a given time is never guaranteed.
Which U-Bahn stop is best for the zoo?
Hietzing on the U4, one stop after Schönbrunn. From there you walk to the Hietzing gate, passing the Palm House and the Desert House.
How long should I plan for the zoo?
The operator gives no official figure. As our own estimate, plan three to four hours for a relaxed visit, more if you add the Palm House and Desert House.