- Sagrada Familia Tickets
- Park Güell Tickets
- Camp Nou Tours
- Casa Batllo Tickets
- Casa Mila Tickets
- Tickets to The World of Banksy Barcelona
- Portaventura World Tickets
- Casa Vicens Tickets
- Wax Museum Barcelona Tickets
- Hola Barcelona Travel Card
- Las Golondrinas Barcelona Tours
- Palau De La Musica Catalana Tickets
- Erotic Museum of Barcelona Tickets
- Barcelona To Montserrat Tours
- Barcelona Zoo Tickets
- KBr Photography Center Mapfre Foundation Tickets
- Big Fun Museum Tickets
- Barcelona Aquarium Tickets
- Montjuic Tickets
Select Your Experience
Skip-the-Line Tickets to Barcelona Aquarium
- Visit the world's most important marine leisure and education center at the Barcelona Aquarium with your hassle-free skip-the-line tickets.
- Learn about the Mediterranean sea life and the species that live on its seabed.
- With 35 aquariums and enclosures housing over 11,000 animals across 450 species, you'll have plenty to see.
- Check out Explora! Children's Area, Planeta Aqua, The Oceanarium and the many other zones to indulge yourself in the marine world.
- At the Oceanarium, walk through an 80-meter tunnel and W=wave at the sharks, sunfish, giltheads, and morays while you're here.
Inclusions
- Skip the line admission to Barcelona Aquarium
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- Explore the Barcelona Zoo, a biodiversity reserve home to 4,000 animals and over 400 species of mammals, reptiles, birds, and more.
- Educative and fascinating, visit 11 distinct divisions such as the Land of Dragons, Terrarium, Gorillas Area, and Aquarama to learn about different species.
- See exotic animals like the Chinese Alligator, Nicobar Pigeon, and Muntjac deer.
- The Zoo plans special kid-friendly educational activities, workshops, and exhibits including the New Escape Room.
Inclusions
- Entry to the Barcelona Zoo
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- Hotel transfers
- Transport
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 5%): Barcelona Zoo + Aquarium Barcelona Tickets
- From lions, tigers, and gazelles to the Black howler and Komodo dragon, find an incredible display of biodiversity at Barcelona Zoo.
- Check out the 9 exciting zoo spaces, including the Land of Dragons, Terrarius, Aviary, Palm Trees, and Flying Birdhouse.
- Visit Aquarium Barcelona, housing 11,000 creatures of 451 species, spread across 35 aquariums. Embark on a spectacular underwater walk through an 80-meter-long transparent tunnel.
- Gaze at sharks, moray eels, sunfish, and more at Oceanarium, the largest aquarium in the facility.
- Discover minute details of marine flora and fauna. Check out Explore!, where children can get close to the marine world through 50 interactive activities.
Inclusions
- Entry into Barcelona Zoo
- Entry into Aquarium Barcelona
Barcelona Zoo
- The zoo offers a free wheelchair service. Chairs can be requested at either of the park's two entrances.
- Services for children include ergonomic seats where you can leave your baby while using the services and diaper changes in many of the zoo's restrooms.
Aquarium Barcelona
- It is forbidden to feed the animals.
- Children are to be kept under supervision.
- The Park Management reserves the right of admission and may also, if the conduct of one or more users is not correct, proceed to expulsion from the premises, without the right to claim.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 10%): Barcelona Hop On Hop Off + Barcelona Aquarium Tickets
- Get the best of both worlds as you explore the city on an open-top, double-decker bus, and experience the Barcelona Aquarium.
- Whisk past 45 stops across the city along 2 well-planned routes, with a frequency of 5 to 25 mins allowing you to hop on and off as you like.
- Enhance your sightseeing experience with a multilingual audio guide, live guide, free WiFi, and exclusive smartphone app services!
- Learn about the diverse flora and fauna of Mediterranean sea life at the Barcelona Aquarium.
- See enclosures housing over 11,000 beings across 450 species. Immerse yourself in zones like Planeta Aqua, The Oceanarium, and more.
Inclusions
Barcelona Hop On Hop Off Tour
- 24/48-hr Barcelona hop-on hop-off pass
- Access to Blue & Red routes
- Audio guide in 16 languages
- Live guide
- WiFi onboard
- Access to a smartphone app with information about the city
- Access to discounts
Barcelona Aquarium
- Entry to Barcelona Aquarium
Blue Route
- The first bus is at 9am from Plaça de Catalunya and the last bus is at 7pm in the winter and 8pm in the summer.
- Frequency: Approx every 5 to 25 mins.
- Click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.
Red Route
- The first bus is at 9am from Plaça de Catalunya and the last bus is at 7pm in the winter and 8pm in the summer.
- Frequency: Approx every 5 to 25 mins.
- Click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.
Barcelona Hop On Hop Off Tour
- Tip: If you fancy an authentic Vermouth, try out Bodega LA TIETA, a short walk from the Red Route Montjuic stop, or Casa Mariol, right near Sagrada Familia on the Blue Route.
- Your pass is valid for either 1 calendar day or 2 consecutive calendar days depending on your purchase. The pass is activated on the first usage.
- Facilities: Wheelchair & Stroller Accessibility, Accommodations for Hearing Disabilities, Free WiFi.
- Audio guide available in Catalan, Spanish, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Swedish, Dutch, Norwegian, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, Arabic, Hebrew, & Turkish.
Barcelona Aquarium
- Tip: To reach the aquarium via hop-on hop-off bus, get off at Port Vell on the Red Route.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 5%): Barcelona Aquarium Skip-the-Line Tickets + Las Golondrinas Boat Trip
- Get access to Barcelona’s most popular attractions with a single combo ticket– skip-the-line entry to Barcelona Aquarium and Las Golondrinas boat trip.
- Check out the different zones including Planeta Aqua, The Oceanarium, the Explore! and Children’s Area and spot sharks, ocean sunfish, and morays at the aquarium.
- Bask in the soft sunlight as you glide atop the waves for 40 minutes on Barcelona’s classic Golondrina and soak in glorious views of the top sites of the city.
Inclusions
Barcelona Aquarium
- Skip-the-line admission
Las Golondrinas Boat
- 40-minute Cruise
- Views of the Maremagnum, Puerta de Europa Bridge, Torre del Reloj, Sideroploide
-Views of the castle and the mountain of Montjuïc, the W hotel, and the “PortVell"
Barcelona Aquarium
- Tip: Check the schedule and arrange your visit in advance if you’re interested in unique events like feedings and diving displays.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Pram/Stoller Accessibility
- You are permitted to purchase food at the aquarium or carry your own but are not permitted to eat within the exhibits.
- Flash photography and tripods are not permitted.
Las Golondrinas Boat
- Tip: Opt for the cruise during the months of May and September for pleasant and bright weather.
- Please be aware that in the event of inclement weather, services may be delayed or canceled without notice.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 10%): Casa Mila La Pedrera + Aquarium
- Combine a cultural experience with some aquatic fun with this super saver combo ticket giving you access to Casa Mila and Barcelona's Aquarium.
- Learn about Gaudi's life and his masterpieces while wandering through Casa Mila with an engaging audio guide.
- Understand why Casa Mila caused quite the controversy back in the day.
- Get close-up views of aquatic animals and gaze at 35 aquariums with over 11,000 species.
- Check out different zones, including Planeta Aqua, the Oceanarium, the Explora! Children’s Area and more.
Inclusions
- Admission to Barcelona Aquarium
- Skip-the-line admission to Casa Mila
- Audio guide for Casa Mila
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
- Meal inclusions
Barcelona Aquarium
- Guests are requested to avoid touching the tanks and follow recommended itineraries.
- Did you know? The underwater tunnel at the Barcelona Aquarium is the longest in Europe.
Casa Mila
- The audio guide is available in Catalan, Spanish, English, French, German, Portuguese, Italian, Russian, Japanese, and Korean.
- Fun Fact: Dan Brown fans will appreciate a special connection towards Casa Mila thanks to the author's ultra-popular novel Origen.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 5%) : Casa Batlló + Barcelona Zoo Tickets
- Grab this pocket-friendly combo for access to Casa Batlló and Barcelona Zoo.
- At Casa Batlló, enjoy fascinating insights into one of Gaudí's most famous masterpieces with an audio guide.
- Get a glimpse inside Gaudí's mind through Gaudí Cube (360°), the world's first six-sided immersive LED cube.
- Witness the incredible biodiversity of the zoo, home to over 5,000 animals across 400+ species. Spot the exotic Muntjac deer and the Chinese Alligator.
- Discover amazing facts about various species as you explore 11 divisions including the Gorillas Area, Aquarama, and the Land of Dragons!
Inclusions
Casa Batlló
- Timed entry into Casa Batlló
- Audio guide
- Gaudí Cube (360°)
Barcelona Zoo
- Entry into Barcelona Zoo
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Barcelona is not only a hub for art and architecture enthusiasts, but also a gastronomical heaven for foodies. This Spanish city has an array of activities that will make anyone's vacation memorable - from night clubbing to exploring ancient buildings. If you are a nature and wildlife lover, there are many zoos in Barcelona where you can see the flora and fauna of the Catalan region at their finest.
Zoos in Barcelona
Timings: 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Mon - Fri), 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Sat - Sun)
Location: Parc de la, 08003 Barcelona, Spain | Find on map
The Barcelona Zoo is home to more than 4,000 animals from over 500 different species. The zoo has a wide variety of animals, including lions, tigers, elephants, giraffes, and penguins. It is a great place to learn about different animals and their habitats.
Things to do at Barcelona Zoo: Events like Encounter With Keepers and Earn Your Stripes have engaging activities where you get to learn about the animals, their life at the zoo and personalized diet plans for penguins and sea lions from the keepers. You can also organize children’s birthday parties with a curated menu and fun activities.
Facilities: Restaurants, Changing Rooms, Play Area, Hospital, Lockers, Gift Shop, Breastfeeding Rooms
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Places to eat: Restaurant La Dama, Buon Appetito, Dionisos
Nearby: Sagrada Familia, Casa Batllo, Casa Vicens
Time needed to explore: 2-3 hours
Must-see Animals: Komodo Dragons, Sumatran Tigers, Rothschild’s Giraffes
Zoos and Aquariums Around Barcelona
Exotic Aquarium
Timings: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Location: del Port Vell, Moll d'Espanya, s/n, 08039 | Find on map
The Barcelona Aquarium is one of the most popular places to visit in Barcelona. It is home to over 11,000 different species of fish and other marine creatures. Visitors can see sharks, rays, turtles, and even penguins up close. There is also a touch tank where visitors can pet some of the animals.
Things to do at Barcelona Aquarium: The aquarium offers many events and exhibitions throughout the year, such as the Oceanarium, Planeta Aqua, Explora, and Mediterranean Aquarium. Visitors can also participate in educational programs and workshops organized by the aquarium.
Facilities: Lockers, Gift Shop, Parking, Ramps, Restrooms
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Places to eat: Sweet Terrassa, The Chipiron, Alrouche Restaurant
Nearby: Barcelona Cathedral, Sagrada Familia, Casa Batllo, Palau de la Musica Catalana
Time needed to explore: 2-3 hours
Must-see Animals: Sand Tiger Shark, Sandbar Shark, Moray Eels, Ocean Sunfishes
From €24
Bird Aviary
Timings: 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM (Wednesday to Monday)
Location: Avinguda la Carrerada, s/n, 08734 Moja, Barcelona, Spain | Find on map
Distance from Barcelona: 57.6 km | 53-minute drive
The El Jardí dels Ocells, or Garden of Birds, is one of the most unique zoos in Barcelona. This zoo is home to over 200 different species of birds, making it a haven for bird-lovers. The zoo also has an impressive collection of donkeys, tortoises, chicken, and rabbits.
Things to do at El Jardí dels Ocells: El Jardi dels ocells has many activities you can do on your visit. If you’re looking to organize a group outing, you can use their large picnic areas and enjoy events like Mini Safari Golf and Woodland Walks.
Facilities: Parking, resting areas, restaurants, miniature golf course.
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Places to eat: La Posada, La Serreta, Restaurant Conill
Nearby: Fira Park, Simón Coll Chocolate Space, Cava Center
Time needed to explore: 3-4 hours
Must-see Animals: Small Birds, Rabbits, and Donkeys
From €11
Butterfly Park
Timings: 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Location: Carrer Santa Clara, s/n, 17486 Castelló d'Empúries, Girona, Spain | Find on map
Distance from Barcelona: 149 km | 2-Hour drive
The Butterfly Park is home to many species of butterflies, toucans, parrots, turtles, deer, iguanas, and wallabies from around the world. Visitors can learn about the different species of animals and their habitats. You can also see the butterflies up close as they fly around the park.
Things to do at Butterfly Park: There are many workshops for adults and school children in the Butterfly Park. Through guided tours, you can learn about the different species and their life at the park.
Facilities: Parking, Restrooms, Resting areas, Restaurants, WiFi Spots, giftshop
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, special-need bathrooms
Places to eat: Restaurant Can Felix, El Portal de la Gallarda, Rostiseria Carlos
Nearby: Platja de Can Comes, Windoor Realfly, Canals I Mar
Time needed to explore: 1.5 hours
Must-see Animals: Gura Victoria, Atlas Butterfly, White-Breasted Toucan
From €12
Animal Welfare Center
Timings: 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Location: Ctra, L-401, km 35, 6, 25283 Odèn, Lleida, Spain | Find on map
Distance from Barcelona: 135 km | 2.5-Hour drive
More than being a zoo, Zoo del Pirineu is a wild animal welfare center that takes care of injured wild animals. It is a non-profit organization that gives refuge to wild animals if it is dangerous for them to be released in the wild.
Things to do at Zoo del Pirineu: Events like a petting zoo, free-flying birds of prey show, and falconry course are organized every other day in Zoo de Pirineu. There are also guided tours that provide you with in-depth information about the animals.
Facilities: Parking, Restaurants, Souvenir Shop, Toilettes, Luggage Office, Diaper Changing Rooms
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible, Stroller-friendly
Places to eat: Fonda restaurant Ca L'Agustí, Poble Rural Puig Arnau - Pubilló, Restaurant La Gasolinera Oliana
Nearby: Cathedral of St. Mary of La Seu Vella, Church of Sant Llorenç, Lleida, Castell Templer de Garden
Time needed to explore: 2-4 hours
Must-see Animals: Vultures, Falcons, Eagles
From €9
Zoo | Educational Experience
Timings: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Location: Pla del Mir, 66210 Les Angles, France | Find on map
Distance from Barcelona: 183 km | 2.5-Hour drive
Explore the Pyrenean flora and fauna at Animal Park Angles which is just two hours away from the city of Barcelona. Animal Park Angles is situated along the mountains, at an altitude of 1800 meters, with trails where you can spot animals while enjoying the beauty of the Pyrenees.
Things to do at Animal Park Angles: Guided tours are always organized in the park where you can learn about the history of the animals and the park.
Facilities: Parking, Rest Areas
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Places to eat: La Louve, Snackbar l'Etoile Blanche, Chez Antoine Casa Antonio
Nearby: Estany de Vallserra, Les Angles Station de Ski, Els Angles Adventures
Time needed to explore: 1-2 hours
Must-see Animals: Wild Boar, Marmot, Stag
From €16
Turtle Habituary
Timings: 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Location: Av. de la Vall. Heureuse, 66690 Sorède, France | Find on map
Distance from Barcelona: 186 km | 2-Hour drive
The Turtle Valley is one of the many zoos and aquariums near Barcelona. It's known for its collection of turtles, which includes over 30 different species. Visitors can watch the turtles and other animals swim in the sun and learn about the zoo's efforts to protect these creatures.
Things to do at The Turtle Valley: The Turtle Valley accepts bookings for birthday parties and corporate events. From September 1st to October 31st, 2022, the Valley has organized a Turtle and Meerkat Feeding Event for visitors.
Facilities: Parking, Baby Changing Stations, Gift Shop, Drinking Water Fountain, Microwave, On-site Catering
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible, Stroller-friendly, Pet-friendly
Places to eat: Le Comptoir Rocatin, Restaurant le Catalan, La Salamandre
Nearby: Château d'Ultrera, Church of Sant Ferriol de la Pava, Sant Martí de Sureda
Time needed to explore: 2-4 hours
Must-see Animals: Matamata Turtle, Spotted Turtle, Diamondback Tortoise
From €12:50
Aquarium
Timings: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Tuesday to Sunday), 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Monday
Location: Av. de José Atarés, s/n, 50018 Zaragoza, Spain | Find on map
Distance from Barcelona: 309 km | 3-Hour drive
The Aquarium River in Zaragoza is home to over 200 different species of fish, including some that are endangered. Visitors can learn about the different fish and their habitats, and see them up close in the many tanks.
Things to do at Aquarium River: There are many activities throughout the year in Aquarium River, including diving, birthday parties, specialized training, school visits, and guided group tours.
Facilities: Educational Classroom, Auditorium, Parking, Souvenirs Store
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, Disabled parking
Places to eat: Le Comptoir Rocatin, Restaurant le Catalan, La Salamandre
Nearby: Basílica de Nuestra Señora del Pilar, Aljafería Palace, Catedral del Salvador de Zaragoza
Time needed to explore: 2-5 hours
Must-see Animals: Arapaima, Pacu, Malayan Shark
From €16
Aquarium | Educational Experience
Timings: 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Location: Observatoire Océanologique de, Av. Pierre Fabre, 66650 Banyuls-sur-Mer, France | Find on map
Distance from Barcelona: 205 km | 2.5-Hour Drive
This Mediterranean Scientific Aquarium and garden in Banyuls-sur-Mer is just 3 hours away from Barcelona. Being among the oldest structures in Europe and France, Biodiversarium has 300+ species of Mediterranean sea animals and plants.
Things to do at Biodiversarium: An all-year long-running traveling exhibition named the 3Ds: Discover, Decrypt, Diffuse showcases the history of explorations in the Gulf of Lion. The aquarium also organizes workshops and educational tours for children and young students.
Facilities: Parking, Conference Hall for Events, Restrooms
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Places to eat: L'O à la bouche Restaurant Banyuls-sur-Mer, Restaurant La Table de Jordi, Restaurant Le Fanal
Nearby: St. Elmo Fort, Royal Castle of Collioure, Site House - Museum of Catalan Boats
Time needed to explore: 4-5 hours
Must-see Animals: Ladder Snake, Sea Turtles, Jellyfish
From €11Frequently Asked Questions About Visiting Zoos in Barcelona
Barcelona majorly has one zoo; the Barcelona Zoo, a conservation area housing 4,000 animals and over 400 species of mammals, reptiles, and birds.
Barcelona Aquarium is the largest aquarium in Barcelona. However, there are many aquariums around Barcelona where you can see a variety of sea animals.
Ideally, you should spend a whole day in Barcelona Zoo as they have many activities that can keep you entertained.
Yes, Barcelona Zoo is wheelchair accessible with disabled parking facilities and toilets.
Almost all zoos in and around Barcelona have events and exhibitions that are worth your time. You can learn more about the animals and their natural habitat. Barcelona Zoo also hosts events like Encounter With Keepers and Earn Your Stripes.
Yes, you can visit zoos in Barcelona using public transport. Bus, trains and cabs are readily available.
The best place to buy tickets to Barcelona Zoo is online. Buy your tickets here.
Zoos and aquariums in Barcelona have all kinds of animals, including common and endangered species from all over the world.
The top zoos around Barcelona are El Jardí dels Ocells, Zoo del Pirineu and Animal Park Angles.
Aquarium River, Biodiversarium and the Turtle Valley are the top aquariums outside Barcelona.