Zoo Basel
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Intro
Opened in 1874 and affectionately known as “Zolli” by the locals, Basel's Zoological Gardens are home to a large number of indigenous and exotic animals. With its fascinating park landscape and lovingly designed enclosures, Basel Zoo is well worth a visit at any time of year.
In summer, the park invites you to a cozy outdoors stroll - and in winter the many animals’ dwellings promise exciting encounters at close range. Those wishing to explore the underwater world also discover a colorful variety of marine animals. Particularly noteworthy is the newly remodeled "Gamgoas" lion habitat, as well as the recently opened monkey house.
Children love to watch the snow leopard cubs playing on their rock. Just next door, the enclosure containing Indian rhinos and small-clawed otters provides an insight into the wildlife of Asia. Those who want to discover an underwater world will find a rich variety of sea creatures in the vivarium, including seahorses, sharks and penguins.
When the weather conditions are optimal (temperatures below 10⁰C and no heavy rain), the latter take a walk through the zoo every day at 11 am.
What's more, Switzerland's oldest zoo also includes the Etosha house, a spectacular recreation of the Namibian savannah.
General information
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Accessible
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Group & pricing information
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CHF 21.00 / CHF 15.00 (16-24 Y.) / CHF 10.00 (6-15 Y.)
Seniors from 62 years/ IV: CHF 19.00 Families (2 adults with own children up to 20 y.): CHF 43.00 |
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Booking Information
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Contact
Zoo Basel
Binningerstrasse 40
4054
Basel
Switzerland
Phone
+41 (0)61 295 35 35
Fax +41 (0)61 281 00 05
zoo@zoobasel.ch
zoobasel.ch
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