Hanover Zoo — Zoo in Mitte
Hanover Zoo and its collection
Hanover Zoo, opened in 1865, is a zoo in Hannover, Lower Saxony, Germany.
Founded in May 1865 as the eighth German zoo, it covers 22 hectares. In January 2024 it held about 1,473 animals in 158 species. Just over 400 staff are employed in the high season, most of them in visitor services.
What the venue says
- free guided boat ride down the Zambesi River during the summer season
- The park features an extensive selection of themed gastronomy matching each zone—ranging from African-inspired snack bars along the Zambesi river to cozy farm-style cafés on Meyer’s Farm, alongside multiple outdoor kiosks and children-friendly options.
- Visitor parking is available on-site at designated parking lots adjacent to the zoo grounds (accessible via motorways leading into Hannover and following local directional signs to the zoo).
- The zoo is designed to be largely accessible, featuring wheelchair-accessible pathways, accessible restrooms, and step-free access onto the popular Zambesi boat tour.
Images of Hanover Zoo
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Anastasiya Lvova, CC-BY-SA-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Anastasiya Lvova, CC-BY-SA-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Anastasiya Lvova, CC-BY-SA-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Anastasiya Lvova, CC-BY-SA-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Anastasiya Lvova, CC-BY-SA-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Anastasiya Lvova, CC-BY-SA-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Anastasiya Lvova, CC-BY-SA-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Anastasiya Lvova, CC-BY-SA-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Anastasiya Lvova, CC-BY-SA-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Anastasiya Lvova, CC-BY-SA-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Opening hours
| Days | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|
| Every day | 09:00 | 18:30 |
Hours can change on public holidays. Check with the venue before travelling.
Admission
| Ticket Type | Price |
|---|---|
| adults | 17.60 EUR |
| children | 11.42 EUR |
Facilities
- Assistance animal policy
Exhibitions & events
No upcoming events
No temporary exhibitions or scheduled public events are published for Hanover Zoo at this time.
Accreditation
- WAZA-WP member (source)
Location & map
Adenauerallee 3Hannover
Germany
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Frequently asked questions
No frequently asked questions yet
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Animals
Photographs show each species in general. They were not taken at Hanover Zoo.
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zebras -
giraffes -
hippos -
polar bears -
penguins -
Asian elephants -
tigers -
kangaroos
Exhibits
- Zambesi
- Yukon Bay
- Jungle Palace
- Afi Mountain
- Outback
- Meyer’s Farm (Meyers Hof)
- Mullewapp
On site
- Yukon Bay 170 m from the centre of the site
- Dschungelpalast 184 m from the centre of the site
- Mullewapp 225 m from the centre of the site