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  • Opening hours

    Nov.-Feb.: 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
    Mar., Apr. & Sept.-Oct.: 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
    May-Aug.: 8-18.30 a.m.

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    Zoo Basel
    Binningerstrasse 40
    4054 Basel
    Phone  +41 (0)61 295 35 35
    zoobasel.ch

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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.

Wedding

Organising a celebration, wedding or anniversary at the zoo adds to this excitement, leaving a wealth of positive impressions that will ensure an unforgettable event. Following its careful and elaborate renovation and extension, the zoo’s restaurant offers a range of options for your event. Choose from rooms in various sizes and styles and have them furnished according toyour needs.

Venue

We offer you charming rooms for every taste. The large stage hall, with its zoo-like atmosphere and partition wall so smaller groups can also feel comfortable. A sound system and a wide projection screen are available. The bright restaurant with the elephant terrace. Sit above the zoological gardens and enjoy the best view of the elephants. The garden and animal houses are also special highlights.

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Wheelchair accessible
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Education, Nature, Urban

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Further prices (starting from)
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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Conference rooms

Restaurant bedient

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Seminar
Banquet 110
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Area
Equipment
  • Free Wi-Fi not available
  • Microphone on request
  • Projection facilities on request
  • Simultaneous translation equipment on request

Restaurant Elefantenterrasse

Concert
Seminar
Banquet 100
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Area
Equipment
  • Free Wi-Fi not available
  • Microphone on request
  • Projection facilities on request
  • Simultaneous translation equipment on request

Selbstbedienungsrestaurant

Concert
Seminar
Banquet 400
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Area
Equipment
  • Free Wi-Fi not available
  • Microphone on request
  • Projection facilities on request
  • Simultaneous translation equipment on request

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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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Overview

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Overview
Basel
Basel Region
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Contact

Zoo Basel
Binningerstrasse 40
4054 Basel
Phone  +41 (0)61 295 35 35
zoobasel.ch
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Opening hours

Nov.-Feb.: 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Mar., Apr. & Sept.-Oct.: 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
May-Aug.: 8-18.30 a.m.

Book online

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