Bioparco Zoo: Tickets

If Ancient Roman culture isn't your thing or you need a break from the historical monuments and artifacts, consider a trip to Bioparco di Roma.

Located next to Villa Borghese, the zoo is home to some of the world's weirdest and most wonderful animals. You can wander around the park and learn about the conservation projects that the park undertakes.

Spotting your favorite creatures is a fun and exhilarating way to spend the day. Rome Bioparco tickets enable you to step away from the busy city and get back to nature.

Here's everything you need to know about Bioparco, one of the most enjoyable theme parks in Rome.

How much are Bioparco tickets in Rome?

These Rome zoo entrance prices are for those who buy their fixed date tickets on-site.

• Adult: €17
• Child (over 1 meter tall, up to age 10): €14
• Senior (over 65): €14

By purchasing in advance, you'll experience the best Bioparco zoo rates. These prices are valid on fixed-date tickets only.

Online purchases within 30 days:

• Adult: €16
• Child (over 1 meter tall, up to age 10): €13
• Senior (over 65): €13

Online purchases within 45 days:

• Adult: €15.50
• Child (over 1 meter tall, up to age 10): €12.50
• Senior (over 65): €12.50

Online purchases within 60 days:

• Adult: €13.50
• Child (over 1 meter tall, up to age 10): €11.50
• Senior (over 65): €11.50

If you want flexibility with your zoo visit, you should choose an open date ticket. These cost slightly more but are valid on any date for six months after purchase.

• Adult: €19
• Child (over 1 meter tall, up to 10 years of age): €16
• Senior (over 65): €16  

There is a €1 booking fee on all online ticket sales.

Who is eligible for discounted Rome zoo tickets?

Persons with disabilities can visit the zoo at a discounted rate of €11. Their accompanying carer can enter for free.

Children under 1 meter tall that are accompanied by a paying adult also benefit from free entry.

Those over age 65 experience a discounted rate throughout the week, but can purchase a further reduced Bioparco zoo ticket on Wednesdays for just €9.

Holders of the IO Studio student card can enter the zoo for €6.50 on presentation of their ID.

Bioparco zoo tickets offer a €2 discount for holders of the Rome pass.

What are the top Rome Bioparco zoo tours?

Villa Borghese tour and Bioparco di Roma entrance ticket

This combination ticket allows you to tour the bountiful gardens of Villa Borghese and learn more about its hidden gems. You'll stroll through the gardens, admiring its perfectly manicured lawns and bubbling water features, while hearing about the history of the surrounding buildings.

Once you've finished touring Villa Borghese, you're free to visit Bioparco zoo at your leisure and get a closer look at some of the most exotic animals on earth.

Are there any combined tickets or tours including Bioparco and other attractions?

Combined Bioparco zoo tickets are an excellent way of saving money and time on your trip to Rome. You will often receive a large discount compared to booking the activities separately.

• Villa Borghese tour and Bioparco di Roma ticket: Spend ample time in Rome's great outdoors with a guided tour of the luscious gardens at Villa Borghese, followed by a trip to the zoo.

Should you book Bioparco zoo tickets in advance?

Booking your Bioparco zoo tickets online in advance secures you the best prices. The further in advance you book, the bigger the discount that you will receive.

If you are able to plan your Rome itinerary in advance, consider purchasing your tickets to the zoo 60 days before your visit. This will allow you to get the best rates on your passes.

What will you see at Rome Bioparco zoo?

The Zoological Garden of Rome first opened in 1911 and has evolved over the years to span 17 hectares and transform into a bio park. The main aim of the park is to conserve endangered species and provide education on biodiversity.

The zoo is home to over 1,200 animals from over 150 different species. These include mammals, reptiles and birds.

Fascinating mammals to look out for include camels, kangaroos, sea lions and ring-tailed lemurs. Beloved favorites of park visitors are the lions, leopards, brown bears, penguins and elephants.

If you're interested in reptiles, you can see many species of snakes such as yellow anacondas, boa constrictors and carpet pythons. Other reptiles include caimans, crocodiles, iguanas and Komodo dragons.

Bird lovers will also love the exotic diversity that Bioparco zoo holds. You'll see red-fronted macaws, vultures, cockatoos, emus and flamingos, as well as many other species.

While at the bio park, you'll have the option to adopt an animal which helps support conservation.

How to get to the Bioparco?

The Bioparco zoo is located within the city of Rome itself. It's easy to reach from the center of the city via public transport. You can take the number 910 bus from Roma Termini which takes 11 minutes to reach the Bioparco/Rossini stop. The bus runs hourly throughout the day.

When is the best time to visit the Rome Bioparco?

Bioparco di Roma opens at 9:30 AM every day. This is a good time to arrive if you want to beat the crowds. Weekdays are less busy than weekends in the park, so plan your trip to coincide with quiet spells if possible.

The animals tend to be more active during the early morning or late afternoon, so plan your visit to see them at their most energetic. During the hottest period of the day, you may find that many animals hide to avoid the heat or sleep until the weather cools off.

The park closes at 6 PM throughout the summer months and 5 PM the rest of the year. On the weekends throughout the summer, the park is open to visitors until 7 PM.

By planning a late afternoon weekend visit, you have a good chance of seeing the animals awake and the crowds will have thinned out.

If you have kids, consider breaking up your Rome sightseeing with a Bioparco zoo visit in the middle of your city break.

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Know before you go

• Purchase your Rome Bioparco zoo tickets as far in advance as possible to benefit from the best rates.
• Some exhibits close earlier than the stated park time. The reptile house and chimpanzee enclosure close between 45 and 60 minutes before the zoo shuts. If you want to see the big cats, visit the area in plenty of time, as it closes an hour before the park does. Other mammals you should visit more than 30 minutes before the closing time are the giraffes, bears, elephants and rhinos.
• The zoo is the animal's home. For this reason, you should avoid shouting and knocking on glass.
• For your own safety, you should never try to feed the animals unless otherwise stated.