Copenhagen Zoo
Copenhagen, Denmark
About Copenhagen Zoo
Copenhagen Zoo, known as Zoologisk Have København, is one of the oldest zoos in Europe and is located in Frederiksberg, Copenhagen. The zoo offers visitors the chance to explore a wide variety of animals from around the world, including recent additions such as a newborn giraffe and a new male lion. Visitors can enjoy interactive experiences like the Børnezoo, where families can meet farm animals up close, and explore indoor animal houses for close encounters with exotic species. The zoo regularly updates and expands its animal enclosures, such as the new 160-meter leopard trail, providing enriched environments for its inhabitants. With a focus on both education and entertainment, Copenhagen Zoo is a popular destination for families and animal lovers, offering activities, feeding sessions, and special events throughout the year.
health and well-being.
It includes giving animals proper food, clean living spaces, medical care, and treating them with respect.
These standards help make sure animals live safe, healthy, and stress-free lives.
Visitors to Copenhagen Zoo can find parking options near the main entrance at Roskildevej 32, 2000 Frederiksberg. Parking is available in the surrounding area, but it is typically paid parking, so be sure to check local signs and payment machines. Arriving early is recommended, especially during weekends and holidays, as parking spaces can fill up quickly. Public transportation is also a convenient option, with nearby train and metro stations as well as bus routes serving the zoo.
Check the zoo's official website for the latest feeding times schedule.
- A new giraffe calf was born at Copenhagen Zoo on June 22, 2026, and visitors can see the young animal in the giraffe house.
- The zoo recently opened a 160-meter-long leopard trail, allowing leopards to explore a new extended habitat.
- Copenhagen Zoo features a dedicated children's zoo area where visitors can interact with animals like pigs, horses, llamas, cows, and rabbits.