Zoo La Barben — Zoo in La Barben
Zoo La Barben and its collection
Zoo La Barben is a zoo in Aix-en-Provence, France.
It is the closest zoo to the city of Marseille. The château de La Barben belonged to the Forbin family, and the animal park was created by the Forbin-La Barben family together with the Pons family, one providing the funds and the passion and the other the management skill.
What the venue says
- Oui, une offre de restauration est disponible dans le parc.
- Free parking is provided on site, featuring designated parking spots for disabled persons conveniently located near the information point.
- The grounds are accessible to visitors with disabilities and prams/baby carriages.
- Mobility scooters are available for rent on site (subject to a small fee and presentation of a disability card).
- A mini-train is also available to help visitors navigate between the entrance and the main areas of the park for a nominal fee.
Images of Zoo La Barben
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Georges Seguin (Okki), CC-BY-SA-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Georges Seguin (Okki), CC-BY-SA-3.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Georges Seguin (Okki), CC-BY-SA-3.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Georges Seguin (Okki), CC-BY-SA-3.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Georges Seguin (Okki), CC-BY-SA-3.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Georges Seguin (Okki), CC-BY-SA-3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Opening hours
| Season | Days | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Nov – 28 Feb | Every day | 10:00 | 17:30 |
| 1 Mar – 30 Jun | Every day | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| 1 Jul – 31 Aug | Every day | 09:00 | 19:00 |
| 1 Sep – 31 Oct | Every day | 10:00 | 18:00 |
Hours can change on public holidays. Check with the venue before travelling.
Ticket offices close and animal entry begins one hour before closing.
Admission
| Ticket Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults (ages 13–65) | 23.00 EUR |
| Children (ages 3–12) | 16.00 EUR |
| Job seekers | 20.00 EUR |
| Visitors with disabilities | 12.00 EUR |
Facilities
- On-site dining
- Playground
Exhibitions & events
No upcoming events
No temporary exhibitions or scheduled public events are published for Zoo La Barben at this time.
Location & map
22 Route de GaliceAix-en-Provence
France
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Frequently asked questions
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Animals
Photographs show each species in general. They were not taken at Zoo La Barben.
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leopards -
binturongs