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–September)
Adults: 150 CZK
Children (ages 3–15): 100 CZK
Seniors (65+), students (under 26) – proof of eligibility required: 100 CZK
Off-season (October–March)
Adults: 120 CZK
Children (ages 3–15): 80 CZK
Seniors (over 65), students (up to 26) – proof required 80 CZK
With a ticket from Děčín Zoo, you can also visit the Paradise Islands Exhibit for FREE (valid only on the day of ticket purchase).
Dogs are not allowed in the zoo.
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
Commented feeding demonstrations (at the zoo only during peak season; on the Paradise Islands year-round by reservation) Guided tours – by reservation Evening tours (only during peak season) Events for the general public year-round Advance ticket sales available for individual events
Handicapped accessible
- handicapped accessible toilet
- limited handicapped accessible
Educational offers
Programs for kindergartens and school classes of all ages and senior citizens Zoo School
