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Skip-the-lineCombi-Ticket: Schönbrunn Zoo and Giant Ferris Wheel
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Skip-the-lineSkip-the-line Tickets for Schönbrunn Zoo
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You want Schönbrunn Zoo plus the Giant Ferris Wheel
The official offer is the listed Combi-Ticket combining Schönbrunn Zoo and the Giant Ferris Wheel.
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GetYourGuide is listed at 29 EUR, compared with 35 EUR for the official combi offer.
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Need an option currently shown as availableOfficial site — “Combi-Ticket: Schönbrunn Zoo and Giant Ferris Wheel”Want Schönbrunn Zoo only rather than a combined attraction ticketGetYourGuide — “Vienna: Skip-the-line Tickets for Schönbrunn Zoo”Want to combine the zoo with the Giant Ferris WheelOfficial site — “Combi-Ticket: Schönbrunn Zoo and Giant Ferris Wheel” at €35Prefer buying from the attraction’s own sellerOfficial site — “Combi-Ticket: Schönbrunn Zoo and Giant Ferris Wheel”Need confirmed cancellation or refund flexibilityNeither listed option — cancellation and refund terms are not specified hereTravelling with free or reduced-price visitorsNeither listed option — free or reduced-entry eligibility is not specified here
Good to know
Practical notes before your visit.
TimingFor the calmest visit, choose a weekday morning and enter at opening, when visitor guidance generally reports lighter crowds than on weekends. Schönbrunn Zoo opens daily at 9:00; closing time varies by season from 16:30 in winter to 18:30 in high season, with last entry 30 minutes before closing.
EntranceSchönbrunn Zoo has three entrances: Hietzing, Neptun and Tirolerhof. Hietzing is the practical choice for public transport via U4 Hietzing and Hietzinger Tor; Neptun is beside Schönbrunn Palace near the Neptune Fountain; Tirolerhof is near the Seckendorff-Gudent-Weg parking area and Gloriette. The route from Tirolerhof into the historic part of the zoo is very steep and is not suitable for many wheelchair users, so visitors needing step-free access should check the zoo’s accessibility guidance before choosing that entrance. Keep your admission ticket available for inspection.
PriceThe official benchmark shown here is €35 for the “Combi-Ticket: Schönbrunn Zoo and Giant Ferris Wheel,” while GetYourGuide lists “Vienna: Skip-the-line Tickets for Schönbrunn Zoo” at €29 with limited availability. These products have different inclusions, so check the final checkout total, cancellation terms and ticket details before buying.
DiscountsChildren under 6 enter Schönbrunn Zoo free. Children and young people from their 6th birthday until before their 19th birthday qualify for the reduced rate and should bring photo ID. Visitors with a disability of 50% or more can receive the reduced rate with a valid disability pass. Adults with 100% disability and one accompanying person receive free admission; children and young people with a disability up to their 19th birthday enter free, while one accompanying person may receive a reduced day ticket. Reduced or free admission depends on presenting the relevant proof. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Planning your visit
Schönbrunn Zoo occupies the historic site of the Imperial Menagerie founded by Emperor Franz I Stephan in 1752, making it the World's oldest zoo. The zoo forms part of the Schönbrunn UNESCO World Heritage Site, while Gloriette Schönbrunn rises above the park. Travel searches may also use Tiergarten Schönbrunn, Vienna Zoo, or Schönbrunn Palace Zoo for the same attraction.
Inside, the Giant panda pavilion is a major highlight, while the Rainforest House, Polarium, and ORANG.erie provide indoor stops in different climates. The zoo map shows the Animal feeding schedule, including daily elephant training at 10:00 and koala feeding at 16:00; feeding sessions can be cancelled at short notice. The historic setting reflects the Habsburg monarchy, with the former imperial layout still centred on the pavilion built for Emperor Franz I Stephan.
For tickets, a Skip-the-line Schönbrunn Zoo ticket can reduce ticket-office queuing, but admission checks still apply. A Vienna Zoo day ticket gives access for the visiting day, while Vienna Pass admission is available through the Vienna Pass. A Combined Palace and Zoo ticket can pair Schönbrunn Zoo with a timed palace visit, and a Guided zoo tour adds expert commentary; an Animal feeding schedule is useful for choosing your route.
The main entrance is beside Hietzing U-Bahn station on the U4 underground line Vienna, with the Hietzinger Tor entrance reached through the palace gardens. Maxingstraße access leads toward the palace side, while the Schönbrunn panorama train connects the park and the Tirolerhof area; the steep Tirolerhof route is unsuitable for wheelchair users. Schönbrunn Zoo opening hours begin at 09:00 daily, with closing times varying by season and last entry 30 minutes before closing.
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Concrete caveats: security, bags, cancellation, time slots.
- The official option is a combo ticket for Schönbrunn Zoo and the Giant Ferris Wheel, so part of its value is lost if you only plan to visit Schönbrunn Zoo.
- Schönbrunn Zoo has three entrances—Hietzing, Neptun and Tirolerhof—so choosing an entrance far from your route or planned exhibits can add walking time through the palace grounds.
- The ticket office closes 30 minutes before closing time, which is also the latest admission time; arriving late in the day can therefore leave less time inside Schönbrunn Zoo.
- A day ticket is valid for one visit and becomes invalid when you leave unless you have it stamped for same-day re-entry before exiting.
- Discounted tickets are handled directly at Schönbrunn Zoo, so visitors using child, youth or disability reductions may need to buy on site and bring the required proof.
- Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult, which can require an additional supervising adult even when a child qualifies for free or reduced admission.
Frequently asked questions
The things people ask most.
Can I use a mobile ticket at Schönbrunn Zoo?
Yes. Mobile tickets are accepted at the Hietzing, Tirolerhof and Neptun entrances. The available ticket details do not specify a timed entry slot, so follow the entry instructions shown with your booking.
Can I cancel my Schönbrunn Zoo ticket or get a refund?
Cancellation and refund terms are not stated for the ticket options shown here. Check the seller’s conditions before payment, especially if your plans may change; Schönbrunn Zoo’s visitor rules also state that closures of individual animal houses or areas do not create a refund entitlement.
Should I buy from the official seller or a partner?
Choose the official seller if you want the product titled "Combi-Ticket: Schönbrunn Zoo and Giant Ferris Wheel", which includes both attractions. The GetYourGuide option is titled "Vienna: Skip-the-line Tickets for Schönbrunn Zoo" and is the lower-priced zoo-only choice at 29 EUR, while the official combination ticket is 35 EUR.
Are bags checked at Schönbrunn Zoo, and does skip-the-line bypass security?
Schönbrunn Zoo does not publish a general bag-size rule in the visitor information used here, but staff may carry out bag or personal checks when they suspect a breach of the rules. A skip-the-line label should not be treated as a guarantee of bypassing any security or admission checks.
What happens if I arrive late at Schönbrunn Zoo?
The venue’s ticket office closes 30 minutes before the zoo, and this is also the latest entry time. The ticket details shown here do not state a separate late-arrival or rebooking policy, so arriving after the final admission time may prevent entry.
Are children under 6 or reduced-price visitors admitted free at Schönbrunn Zoo?
Children under 6 are admitted free, while children and young people from their 6th birthday to before their 19th birthday pay the child or youth rate. Reduced admission for people with disabilities requires the relevant proof, and children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Can I leave Schönbrunn Zoo and re-enter on the same day?
A day ticket normally permits one visit and becomes invalid when you leave. For same-day re-entry, obtain a hand stamp at the ticket control before exiting.
