Salzburg Zoo Hellbrunn

From the African lion to the native ibex: Salzburg Zoo with its abundance of species is popular with visitors of all ages – an ideal excursion destination for the whole family in the south of Salzburg.

Admire animals from around the world in Hellbrunn

From the dwarf mouse to the southern white rhinoceros, Zoo Salzburg is home to 150 species and around 1,600 animals from all continents. A highlight is the African area with its spacious savannah exhibit and lion house. Red pandas, Alpine ibex, and brown bears can be seen in the Eurasian area. Black-tailed prairie dogs and lowland tapirs are part of the American fauna, while the Parma kangaroos and budgerigars inhabit the Australian section.

Unique zoo landscape and natural facilities

The 14-hectare area with its impressive mountain panorama offers ample space for expansive outdoor enclosures. Zoo Salzburg is committed to keeping its animals as close to nature as possible. To achieve this, the unique landscapes of Hellbrunn, such as the steep rock faces, are used to create the specific necessary habitats.

Experience the animals up close

The approximately 400,000 visitors each year have many opportunities to get closer to the animals: a zoo safari, a “rendezvous with a favorite animal,” or evening tours in the summer. There are always young animals to see among the native and exotic wildlife. And the dwarf goats in the petting zoo particularly enjoy a cuddle session.

From the archiepiscopal wildlife park to a modern nature and species conservation center

The area of today’s zoo in the south of the city of Salzburg has been an archiepiscopal wildlife park since the 15th century. The Hellbrunn facility with its palace, water games, and zoo was planned by Archbishop Markus Sittikus starting in 1612 and completed in 1619. Today, Salzburg Zoo is a modern nature and species conservation center – and a highlight for young and old!

Opening times

January, February: 9 AM - 4:30 PM (last admission 4 PM)
March: 9 AM - 5:30 PM*
April-September: 9 AM - 6 PM*
October: 9 AM - 5:30 PM*
November, December: 9 AM - 4:30 PM (last admission 4 PM)
*last admission 1 hour before closing time

Dogs on a short leash allowed

(Status: 10/2025)

Prices

2025

Adults € 16.00
Children (4-14 years) € 6.50
Teenagers (15-19 years) € 10.00
People with disabilities (with disability pass) € 10.50
A companion is free for blind people and wheelchair users as well as for individuals with 100% disability marked with "B" in the ID, otherwise € 11.50
Seniors (65 years and older with ID) € 14.50
Families (2 adults, 1 child) € 36.50 - each additional child € 6.00
Groups from 15 adults, per person € 14.50
Groups from 15 children (4-14 years), per person € 6.00
Groups from 15 teenagers (15-19 years), per person € 9.00
Dogs € 3.00 (service dogs free)
Salzburg Card: one-time free entry!

(As of: 07/2025)

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2026

Adults € 17.00
Children (4-14 years) € 7.00
Teenagers (15-19 years) € 11.00
People with disabilities (with disability pass) € 11.50
A companion is free for blind people and wheelchair users as well as for individuals with 100% disability marked with "B" in the ID, otherwise € 12.50
Seniors (65 years and older with ID) € 15.50
Families (2 adults, 1 child) € 39.50 - each additional child € 6.50
Groups from 15 adults, per person € 15.50
Groups from 15 children (4-14 years), per person € 6.50
Groups from 15 teenagers (15-19 years), per person € 10.00
Dogs € 3.00 (service dogs free)
Salzburg Card: one-time free entry!

(As of: 10/2025)

Tickets

One-time free admission with the Salzburg Card.

Buy a ticket for single admission in the online shop .

Accessibility

The Salzburg Zoo is accessible to people with disabilities. All paths are paved. The ascent towards the Africa area may require assistance for wheelchair users. All other paths and areas are easily accessible by wheelchair. All restroom facilities (toilets) are equipped for people with disabilities (in the restaurant, the restroom is located in the basement, but the main restroom is directly across). If you need special assistance, please contact the staff. A wheelchair is available for rent free of charge (with prior reservation at +43 662 82 01 76-11).