Quick answer
- €21.40 adult, €12.95 for children aged 3–12, €10.50 over-65, free under 3. Correct September 2026.
- The entrance is on Carrer de Wellington, inside Parc de la Ciutadella.
- From Ciutadella | Vila Olímpica metro (L4) to the zoo entrance is about 400m around 5 minutes , flat and pram-friendly the whole way.
- Around 8,000 animals.
- Two playgrounds — one for 3+ and one for younger children with farm animals.
How to get. The zoo is situated in the heart of the Parc de la Ciutadella, and you can get there very quick in public transport. (Metro: red line L1 – Arc de Triomf or yellow line L4 -Ciutadella|Vila Olimpica; Tram: L5- last stop Ciutadella|Vila Olimpica or 1 stop earlier Wellington if you choose to enter through Parc de Ciutadella; Bus: H16 – Icaria/Parc Carles I, 39, 51, H14, 120.
| From | Distance | Walking time |
|---|---|---|
| Ciutadella | Vila Olímpica (L4) | 800m | 10 minutes walking through the Parc de la Ciutadella |
| Arc de Triomf (L1) | 1500m | about 15 minutes walk |
| Wellington tram stop | 400m | about 5 minutes walk |
Discover. Maybe if you come for a weekend getaway to Barcelona, you won’t find enough time to go to Barcelona Zoo. If you come for a week, or even better, you move to live to this condal city, visit to Barcelona zoo should be close to the top of your list. The zoo offers a wide range of educational activities relating to taking care of animals in captivity, including a wide choice of diversionary workshops, excursions and fieldtrips geared towards both adults and children of school age onwards.
Barcelona Zoo is just a must-see place while in Barcelona with kids. For babies from 0 to 2 years, like our little one, zoo is a perfect place to discover new sounds, colors and observing animals movements. For kids from 3 to 6 years this is a perfect place to skip, jump and run all over the zoo. Explore animals from all over the world in just one place.
Good to know. Barcelona zoo became an international attraction as it was home to Snowflake, an almost unique and very famous albino gorilla.
Play grounds. Even if all kids love animals and are keen to watch them. A playground is a better place to take a rest after a few time of walking. Zoo Barcelona has 2 play grounds, one big enough for kids from 3 years and older. And one for the kids with all ages, but designed mostly for the little ones. Second playground has farm animals around, and give to this place with a feeling of being in a farm and not in the zoo.
Food. Here are a lot of bars that offers snacks, and drinks. I think that some of these prepare meals as well. Obviously, prices are much higher than in any other bar in Barcelona. In many cases, people come with their sandwich and buy refreshments in a bar. Every bar has its own space to enjoy the meal. Apart of that, Zoo Barcelona has several places to eat for those who come with their meal. These spaces are well designed, comfortable and cozy.
Price. €21.40 adult, €12.95 for children aged 3–12, €10.50 over-65, free under 3. Correct September 2026.
Barcelona Zoo with kids: FAQ
How far is Barcelona Zoo from Ciutadella | Vila Olímpica metro?
about a five-minute walk on flat, pram-friendly ground to the entrance on Carrer de Wellington. Ciutadella | Vila Olímpica on line 4 is the closest station to the zoo entrance, while Arc de Triomf on line 1 is closer to the park’s main gate.
How much is Barcelona Zoo?
€21.40 for adults, €12.95 for children aged 3 to 12, €10.50 for over-65s and free for children under 3. Prices correct September 2026. The zoo runs frequent 2-for-1 promotions worth checking before you buy.
Is there a playground at Barcelona Zoo?
Yes, two. One is designed for children aged 3 and over, and a second, smaller one for younger children includes farm animals.
Can you take your own food into Barcelona Zoo?
Yes. There are designated picnic areas for visitors bringing their own meals, alongside several bars selling snacks and drinks.
