Zoo Aquarium Madrid Entry Tickets in Casa de Campo

Zoo Aquarium Madrid in Casa de Campo

Zoo Aquarium Madrid sits inside Casa de Campo, the huge former royal hunting ground that is now Madrid's biggest park. The city's zoo has its roots in the eighteenth century, and the current site, opened in the 1970s, is laid out along shaded paths so you can walk from continent to continent in a few hours.

Zoo Aquarium Madrid tickets are easy to use: you scan your voucher, pick up a park map and choose your own route. Most families spend four to six hours here, and it is a good option in every season because there is plenty of shade in summer and covered areas when it rains.

The Animals, the Aquarium and the Pandas

The park houses animals from Africa, Asia, Australia and the Americas, together with an aquarium where you can watch sea creatures at close range. The giant pandas are among the best-known residents and often draw the longest crowds, so it is wise to visit them early in the day.

You will also find reptiles, primates, big cats, birds and farm animals for small children. If you are wondering whether the Madrid zoo is worth visiting with children, the mix of species and the relaxed layout make it one of the most popular family plans in the city.

Shows, Feeding Times and Planning Your Day

During the day the zoo runs animal presentations and feeding times, including a show with birds of prey. Show times change by season, so check the programme on the park map when you arrive and plan your route around the ones you want to see.

The best time to visit is a weekday morning, when the animals are most active and the paths are calm. Comfortable shoes, water and sun protection are worth bringing. Depending on the option you choose, your ticket may also include a set meal at the park's self-service restaurant, which saves you time at lunch.

How to Get to the Zoo Aquarium Madrid

The zoo is in Casa de Campo, west of the centre. Metro lines 5 and 10 serve Casa de Campo station, and Batán on line 10 is also a short walk away; there are city buses as well, so check the route on the day. Taxis and private transfers drop you close to the entrance.

Another scenic option is the Teleférico cable car from Parque del Oeste, which carries you over the Manzanares river into Casa de Campo, though the zoo is then a walk or short ride away. Parking is available if you come by car. Opening hours change by season, so check the calendar in the booking panel.