Antwerp Zoo
Zoo Historic city zoo adjacent to Antwerp central station
Founded in 1843 beside Antwerpen-Centraal station, Antwerp Zoo pairs 19th-century pavilions with modern enclosures; tourists arrive for its historic architecture, varied species, and family-friendly programs in the heart of the city.
Antwerp Zoo is one of the world’s oldest zoos, founded in 1843, and lies in the centre of Antwerp next to the city’s central railway station. The site combines 19th-century exhibition pavilions, a botanical component and modern animal enclosures.
- Location: Located directly adjacent to Antwerpen-Centraal railway station, making it exceptionally easy to combine with a city visit.
How to Get to Antwerp Zoo #
Antwerp Zoo sits immediately adjacent to Antwerpen-Centraal railway station-exit the station and the zoo entrance is a 1-2 minute walk. This makes it extremely easy to reach by national and regional trains that serve Antwerpen-Centraal.
If driving, the zoo is in the city center a short distance from main roads; parking is available in nearby garages around the station and city centre.
Tips for Visiting Antwerp Zoo #
- Use the entrance closest to Antwerpen-Centraal station so you can combine arrival or departure with a quick visit to the station itself and avoid the busier park-side approaches.
- Aim for weekday mornings to avoid family crowds that build at weekends and school holidays, and head first to the historical glasshouses and the aviary - these architectural features are often rushed past.
- Give extra time to the zoo's historic pavilions and Art Nouveau structures; visitors focused only on the animals frequently miss the well-preserved architectural details scattered through the grounds.
Best Time to Visit Antwerp Zoo #
Visit Antwerp Zoo in spring or early autumn for pleasant weather and smaller crowds while most animal areas are open.
Weather & Climate near Antwerp Zoo #
Antwerp Zoo's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (814 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 79 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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