Antwerp Zoo: a classic to do with the family in the heart of the city
If you are looking for a real family outing in Antwerp, easy to access and rich enough to occupy several hours, Antwerp Zoo remains a safe bet. Located in the city centre, right next to the central station, it allows you to see many animals in a setting that is both exotic, green and steeped in history.
In the valley of the monkeys, gorillas and chimpanzees can be observed. On the side of the Egyptian temple, the male elephants have their space. Further on, the buffalo savannah brings another atmosphere, with many birds, while the open savannah allows you to see giraffes, zebras and white rhinoceroses. The lions also have their territory, with a playground set up nearby, which makes the visit particularly pleasant with children.
The real advantage of the place is that you can make it a very complete outing without feeling like you’re running. This is the type of tour that works with both small and older children.
Antwerp Zoo in 5 points
- The zoo is located right in the centre of Antwerp, right next to the main train station, which makes it particularly convenient for a family outing.
- The visit is very varied, with large emblematic animals, landscaped areas, greenhouses, historic buildings and a beautiful plant collection.
- The open savannah is one of the great highlights, with giraffes, zebras and white rhinos visible in the same ensemble.
- The course really appeals to children, because it alternates atmospheres, impressive species and more playful breaks such as the playground near the lions.
- It’s an outing that holds up well over time, whether you’re coming for a few hours or for a real day of sightseeing.
Why we like it
- A great animal outing that almost always appeals to children.
- An ultra-convenient location, without complicated detours when you arrive in Antwerp.
- A varied route, which alternates atmospheres and avoids monotony.
- Real visual highlights, between great apes, elephants and the open savannah.
- A good pace of family visits, with enough things to see to occupy several hours without the impression of length.
The team’s opinion
It’s an outing that we easily recommend when you’re looking for a safe bet around animals, without taking any risks on the program. The place has the advantage of being central, easy to reach and rich enough to appeal to several ages at the same time.
Here, we really move forward from discovery to discovery. Between the great apes, the elephants, the open savannah and the lions, the children keep interesting throughout the course.
For a family passing through Antwerp, or for a special day without complicated organization, this is clearly an address to remember.
Practical information
- Age : outing suitable for all ages.
- Duration : plan at least half a day, and often more if you want to visit at your leisure.
- Location : ZOO Antwerpen, Koningin Astridplein 26, 2018 Antwerp.
- Access : The zoo is located right next to Antwerp Central Station, making it a very convenient train ride.
- Opening hours : the zoo is open every day from 10am.
- With the family : the route alternates between large animals, remarkable buildings and more playful breaks, which makes the visit pleasant with children.
Questions
Antwerp Zoo is well worth several hours of visit. Half a day is a comfortable minimum, but you can easily spend more.
Yes, very well. The course is varied, the animals quickly impress the youngest, and the playground near the lions adds a real plus.
Online booking is possible, especially during weekends, holidays and public holidays.
Yes. In fact, it’s one of the great things about the place: the zoo is located right next to Antwerp Central Station.
In the zoo, you may also like…
THE VALLEY OF THE MONKEYS:
One of the highlights of the visit, along with the gorillas and chimpanzees.
THE EGYPTIAN TEMPLE AND THE ELEPHANTS :
One of the most striking sectors of the route, very popular with children.
THE OPEN SAVANNAH :
A popular area for families, with a playground nearby.
