{"id":1405,"date":"2025-08-11T15:45:56","date_gmt":"2025-08-11T13:45:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.familinbruxelles.com\/where-to-see-animals-in-brussels\/"},"modified":"2025-12-09T12:11:52","modified_gmt":"2025-12-09T11:11:52","slug":"where-to-see-animals-in-brussels","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.familinbruxelles.com\/en\/where-to-see-animals-in-brussels\/","title":{"rendered":"Zoos, farms and animal encounters in (and around) Brussels"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If your children love animals, Brussels and its region offer a wide choice of places to observe, pet, feed and understand wildlife<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n

From small urban farms to the largest zoo in Europe, there is something for everyone… and for all budgets.<\/p>\n

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1. Pairi Daiza \u2013 the great animal show (1 hour from Brussels) <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Voted the best zoo in Europe<\/em> several times, Pairi Daiza<\/strong> is an exceptional animal and botanical park located in Brugelette. You will discover giant pandas, elephants, white tigers, but also a marine world and birds in free flight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Recommended duration<\/strong> : one full day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Age<\/strong> : from 3 years old, but also captivating for teenagers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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    2. Planckendael \u2013 the ultimate family zoo (30 min from Brussels)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    In Mechelen, Planckendael<\/strong> is a human-sized zoo, organised by continents. Children can climb into the giant playgrounds, follow sensory trails and get up close and personal with the animals: giraffes, koalas, penguins… <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Access<\/strong> : train to Mechelen then direct bus.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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      3. The educational farms of Brussels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      For a simpler and free outing, several urban farms<\/strong> welcome families:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Ferme Nos Pilifs<\/strong> (Neder-Over-Heembeek): donkeys, sheep, chickens, vegetable garden, playground and small caf\u00e9.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Ferme du Parc Maximilien<\/strong> (city centre): mini-farm in the heart of Brussels, ideal for a nature break.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Parc Animalier du Rouge-Clo\u00eetre<\/strong> (Auderghem): donkeys, goats and chickens in a wooded setting conducive to walking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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        4. The Brussels Aquarium \u2013 the marine world at your fingertips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        In Koekelberg, the Brussels Aquarium<\/strong> offers a fascinating underwater journey: tropical fish, coral reefs, amphibians… Perfect for rainy weather or as a complement to a walk in Elizabeth Park.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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        5. Nature and animal walks in freedom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        To observe animals in their natural environment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Bois de la Cambre<\/strong> : swans and ducks around the lake.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Sonian Forest<\/strong> : roe deer and rare birds for the most attentive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Josaphat Park<\/strong> : goats and sheep in enclosures, surrounded by playgrounds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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