Founded in 1948, the zoo is home to more than 400 animals of 150 species. The zoo, which specializes in the breeding of endangered species, became famous for its population of grizzly bears, which is unique in the Czech Republic and has been living here since 1983. Another attraction is the bird aviary, where tropical birds flutter over the heads of visitors between artificial rock and water landscapes. Part of the grounds is dedicated to the fauna of Bohemian-Saxon Switzerland, where birds of prey, snakes, wild boars and wolves live. You can get particularly close to the wild boars on a bridge over the enclosure. The large playground with play castle, monkey ropeway and climbing wall makes Děčín Zoo a true paradise for children. Since 2006, the zoo has had a branch in the city center, the “Paradise Island”. The flora and fauna of the coral reef, the mangrove and tropical forest and the semi-desert are exhibited on four floors.
Opening times
High season (May to August) 8 am to 7 pm, low season (September to October, March to April) 8 am to 6 pm, winter season (November to February) 8 am to 4 pm; Please note: The ticket office closes half an hour before closing time. The zoo is open daily all year round!
Admission fees
High season (April to September) adults: 150 CZK, children (3 - 15 years): 100 CZK, senior citizens (over 65 years), students (up to 26 years): 100 CZK (proof required); low season (October to March) adults: 120 CZK, children (3 - 15 years): 80 CZK, senior citizens (over 65 years), students (up to 26 years): 80 CZK (proof required)
Transport connection
Train: main station - approx. 1 km (15 min. normal walk), bus: main bus station - approx. 1.2 km Car - there is a parking lot in front of the zoo
Extras/offers
guided tourscafeshop
Misc. extras
Evening tours with commentary on animal feedings
Handicapped accessible
- handicapped accessible toilet
- limited handicapped accessible
Educational offers
Programs for kindergartens and school classes of all ages and senior citizens Zoo School
