Wroclaw Zoo Skip-the-Line Tickets

About this experience

Book Wroclaw Zoo skip-the-line tickets and walk straight in to the oldest zoo in Poland, open since 1865 and home to more than 1,000 species. Your ticket covers a full day at the zoo, including the outdoor exhibits, the animal pavilions and the Afrykarium, the zoo's huge indoor showcase of African waters and habitats. It is one of the best things to do in Wroclaw with children, and an easy half-day trip from the Old Town. What you can see at Wroclaw Zoo The zoo sits in green parkland next to Centennial Hall, a short tram ride east of the city centre. Paths lead you past giraffes, big cats, primates, penguins and reptiles, with pavilions for animals from every continent and a butterfly area in the Terrarium. The zoo is also known for its breeding successes and its rare animals, including snow leopard cubs born in 2023, okapi and bear cuscus. The Afrykarium is the highlight for most visitors. This large indoor pavilion recreates African ecosystems, from coastal waters to river and rainforest habitats, so you can watch fish, manatees and other animals up close whatever the weather. Families can also head to the petting zoo and the climbing park, which give younger visitors a break from walking. How Wroclaw Zoo skip-the-line tickets work Choose your visit date, then download your ticket after booking. Show the downloaded ticket at the entrance. The booking confirmation (voucher) is not valid for entry and cannot be exchanged at the zoo ticket office. Children under 3 go free, and everyone aged 3 and over needs a ticket. Tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled, so check your date before you book. Opening hours and how long to spend Wroclaw Zoo is open every day of the year, including holidays, from 9:00. Closing time changes with the season. In March and October the last entry is 16:00 from Monday to Thursday and 17:00 from Friday to Sunday, with the outdoor exhibits and the Afrykarium open one hour after last entry. From November to February the last entry is 15:00 and the zoo closes at 16:00. From April to September the zoo stays open until 18:00 on weekdays and 19:00 at weekends. Plan on at least three to four hours to see the main areas and the Afrykarium without rushing. Arrive at opening time in summer and on weekends, when the zoo is busiest. What to bring and zoo rules Wear comfortable shoes, as the grounds are large and you will be on your feet most of the day, and bring a reusable water bottle. Strollers can be rented at the zoo. Children aged 10 and under must be with an adult. Pets, bicycles, scooters, roller skates, balloons, alcohol and loud audio devices are not allowed inside. Getting to Wroclaw Zoo The main entrance is at Zygmunta Wróblewskiego 1-5, opposite Centennial Hall (Hala Stulecia). Trams 1, 2, 4, 10, 13 and 19 stop at Hala Stulecia or ZOO, and buses 145 and 146 run directly from Wrocław Główny railway station. There is no parking at the entrance, only a drop-off bay, but the large paid car park at Centennial Hall is a short walk away across a footbridge. Making a weekend of it? See more things to do in Wroclaw, or check what is on in the city this month in our Wroclaw November 2026 guide.

Highlights

• Skip-the-line entry to Wroclaw Zoo, the oldest zoo in Poland
• More than 1,000 species in parkland next to Centennial Hall
• The Afrykarium, a huge indoor pavilion of African habitats
• Snow leopards, okapi, giraffes, big cats and penguins
• Petting zoo and climbing park for younger visitors
• Open every day of the year from 9:00

What is included

• Skip-the-line entry ticket to Wroclaw Zoo
• Access to the outdoor exhibits, animal pavilions and the Afrykarium

Not included

• Food and drinks
• Stroller rental
• Transport to the zoo

Before you go

Download your ticket after booking and show it at the entrance. The booking voucher is not valid for entry. These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled. The zoo is open every day of the year from 9:00. Last entry is between 15:00 and 18:00 depending on the season and day. Children under 3 go free. Children aged 10 and under must be with an adult. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a reusable water bottle. Strollers can be rented at the zoo. Pets, bicycles, scooters, roller skates, balloons, alcohol and loud audio devices are not allowed. There is no parking at the main entrance. Use the paid car park at Centennial Hall.

Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.