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The Budapest Zoo and Botanical Garden has a history dating back to the 19th century. It is one of the oldest zoos in the world, as well as the oldest zoo …

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Feb 27, 2025
I know there's controversy about zoos as it is, which I've never really bothered about as long as the animals are well looked after, however, I left this zoo feeling very sad for the animals. The onl…Full review by jennibumbum
Feb 26, 2025
If you like to see magnificent animals imprisoned and depressed this is the place for you. That poor rhino has lost all its spirit. A hellhole.Full review by Departure34615952135
Feb 5, 2025
A visit to the Budapest Zoo is mandatory. with or without children, I highly recommend this location. It is well thought out, well structured, has many animals, is very big and the entrance ticket is…Full review by Yone1410

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Annual visitors:1–1.1 million
Director:Roland Szabó

Questions & answers

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Hi, is it recommend to go there in the winter or only in the summer Times?
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I visited in the winter and the park was empty nearly. Meant you could see all the animals with our fear of large crowds.
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can the public feed the elephants at the Budapest zoo
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I don't actually know the answer to that, sorry. When we were viewing the elephant talk and feed, the zoo keeper didn't offer the public the chance to throw the foods into the …
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I don't actually know the answer to that, sorry. When we were viewing the elephant talk and feed, the zoo keeper didn't offer the public the chance to throw the foods into the enclosure. However, visitor rules on their website state "in order to protect animal health and human health, feeding most of the animals is prohibited. However, certain animals are allowed to be fed with zoo biscuits, special fodder sold specifically for that purpose. Warning signs indicate the animals that can be fed." I can imagine the zoo biscuits are for the farm animals. Hopefully that helps!
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hi I i wanted to know how long would you say going around the zoo for? 3-4 hours?
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Hi Ariadna, We have visited the Budapest ZOO several times and have always found something intriguing and learned something new. In addition, there are other activities …
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Hi Ariadna, We have visited the Budapest ZOO several times and have always found something intriguing and learned something new. In addition, there are other activities available at the Zoo. Furthermore, you can feed the animals or observe how they feed them. You can stay a whole day, but bellow several hours (5 hours) don't count on it, and that is if you fly through the Zoo. And be sure to explore "secret" passages and all the houses. Yes, Budapest has a lot of fantastic attractions and things to offer, but the ZOO & Botanical Garden is at the top of the list for sure, regardless of age.
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We were wanting to go to the zoo on thursday the 6th of august...should we book in advance...or is it easy enough …
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We were wanting to go to the zoo on thursday the 6th of august...should we book in advance...or is it easy enough to pay on the day
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We are planning a trip to Budapest 2 months ahead. Does anyone know if tickets can be valid till the day of the visit ? (October 2024)
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Is the Zoo open on January 1, March 15, Easter, May 1, August 20, October 23, Christmas, and New Year's Eve?
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The current opening hours can be viewed on our website. We are open every day of the year, except for December 24 and December 31, when we close...
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