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Zoologischer Garten (Zoological Gardens)
Zoologischer Garten (Zoological Gardens) Review
Even though Knut, the polar bear cub who captured the heart of the city, is sadly no longer with us, there are 14,000 other animals to see here, many of whom may be happy to have their time in the spotlight once again. There are 1,500 different species (more than any other zoo in Europe), including those rare and endangered, which the zoo has been successful at breeding. New arrivals in the past years include a baby rhinoceros. Check the feeding times posted to watch creatures such as seals, apes, hippos, crocodiles, and pelicans during their favorite time of day. The animals' enclosures are designed to resemble their natural habitats, though some structures are ornate, such as the 1910 Arabian-style Zebra House. Pythons, frogs, turtles, invertebrates, Komodo dragons, and an amazing array of strange and colorful fish are part of the three-floor aquarium.
- Address: Hardenbergpl. 8 and Budapester Str. 32, Western Downtown, Berlin, 10787 | Map It
- Phone: 030/254--010
- Cost: Zoo or aquarium €13, combined ticket €20
- Hours: Zoo: Oct.-mid-Mar., daily 9-5; mid-Mar.-Oct., daily 9-7. Aquarium: daily 9-6
- Website: www.zoo-berlin.de
- Metro Zoologischer Garten (U-bahn and S-bahn).
- Location: Kurfürstendamm and Western Downtown Berlin
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