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Tickets to Blijdorp Rotterdam Zoo
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Blijdorp Rotterdam Zoo: Skip The Line Ticket

One of Europe’s most beautiful zoos, Diergaarde Blijdorp is a naturalistic oasis in the heart of Rotterdam where you can meet animals from around the world. Wander from the butterfly-filled Amazonica and the polar bears of the Ice Cave to the fully covered Oceanium, where sharks glide over splashing turtles – all with skip-the-line entry.

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How to Book Blijdorp Rotterdam Zoo Tickets?

Choose Your Date

Diergaarde Blijdorp is open daily from 09:00 to 18:00. Pick the day you'd like to visit.

Select Your Tickets

Choose child (3-12) or adult (13+) tickets. Your skip-the-line ticket includes entrance to the whole zoo, from the Oceanium to the Savanna.

Complete the Purchase

Check out for instant confirmation and a mobile ticket - skip the queue and scan straight in at the entrance. Please note tickets are non-refundable.

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🌍 Families and visitors from the Netherlands, Europe and over 40 countries have loved Blijdorp.
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Sophie de Vries
2026-07-12
5
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One of the best zoos we've visited - the naturalistic habitats are beautiful and the Oceanium tunnel was a huge hit with the kids. Skip-the-line meant no waiting at the gate.
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James Miller
2026-06-28
5
Excellent
A brilliant family day out. Gorillas, giraffes, red pandas and polar bears all in gorgeous surroundings - easily a full day and great value.
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Elif Yilmaz
2026-06-14
4
Very good
Spacious, green and beautifully laid out. Loved the Amazonica butterfly house. Book ahead and go early to make the most of it.
Things to Know Before Booking

What Your Ticket Includes

Skip-the-line entrance to the whole of Diergaarde Blijdorp, including the Oceanium, Amazonica, the Savanna and the gorilla island. Food, drinks and transport are not included, and tickets are non-refundable.

Age Recommendations

Perfect for all ages and a favourite family day out. Child tickets cover ages 3-12; under-3s go free.

Best Time to Attend

Arrive at opening (09:00) to enjoy the animals at their most active and to beat the crowds. Allow most of a day to see everything.

Facilities

The park has restaurants, kiosks, picnic areas, benches and a large car park. Strollers can be hired at the entrance for €3.50.

Accessibility

Blijdorp is easily accessible for wheelchair users and mobility scooters. Assistance dogs must be registered at least one day in advance, and a special guided tour is available for visually impaired visitors.

Why You Should Visit
Walk Under the Ocean
Walk Under the Ocean
Stroll through the Oceanium's underwater tunnel and watch sharks, rays and turtles glide overhead.
Meet the Gorilla Family
Meet the Gorilla Family
Come eye-to-eye with the playful silverback gorillas on the African Gorilla Island.
Red Pandas & Rare Species
Red Pandas & Rare Species
See red pandas, tigers, elephants and more - Blijdorp is a leader in breeding endangered species.
Eye-to-Eye on the Savanna
Eye-to-Eye on the Savanna
Get up close with giraffes and zebras on the open African Savanna - a highlight for all ages.
How Long Do You Need?

Blijdorp is a large, sprawling zoo, so most visitors spend the best part of a day here - typically 4 to 6 hours - to enjoy the Oceanium, the themed habitats and the many animal encounters at a relaxed pace.

With restaurants, picnic spots and plenty of benches throughout the park, it's easy to make a full day of it with the family.

How to get there

Venue: Diergaarde Blijdorp, Blijdorplaan 8, 3041 JJ Rotterdam

By bus: Line 44 to the Diergaarde Blijdorp stop, then the entrance on Van Aerssenlaan 49.

On foot or by bike: About a 10-minute walk from Rotterdam Centraal; entrance on Van Aerssenlaan 49.

By car: Park at P1, the zoo's car park (€8.50 per day), with the entrance on Blijdorplaan 8.

Food and Drink
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The Rivièrahal
Grab a coffee or lunch in Blijdorp's monumental Rivièrahal, the zoo's grand central building. Inside the park.
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Restaurant by the Oceanium
A relaxed self-service restaurant with a terrace, perfect for a family lunch. Inside the park.
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Ice Cream & Snack Kiosks
Ice cream, snacks and cold drinks from kiosks dotted throughout the grounds. Inside the park.
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Coffee & Cake Stops
Cosy spots for coffee and a slice of Dutch apple pie between animal encounters. Inside the park.
Quick Overview

Address: Diergaarde Blijdorp, Blijdorplaan 8, 3041 JJ Rotterdam, Netherlands

Opening Times:

Open daily: 09:00 – 18:00

Duration: Plan for most of a day (around 4–6 hours)

Tickets: Skip-the-line; non-refundable

Age: All ages; child tickets 3–12, under-3s free

FAQ

Skip-the-line entrance to the whole of Diergaarde Blijdorp, including the Oceanium, Amazonica, the Savanna and the gorilla island. Food, drinks and transport are not included.

Blijdorp is large, so most visitors spend 4 to 6 hours - ideally most of a day - to see everything.

Absolutely - it's a favourite family day out. Child tickets cover ages 3-12 and under-3s go free; strollers can be hired at the entrance.

Yes, Blijdorp is easily accessible for wheelchair users and mobility scooters, with benches throughout the park.

It's about a 10-minute walk from Rotterdam Centraal, or take bus line 44 to the Diergaarde Blijdorp stop. There is also a paid car park (P1).

Tickets are non-refundable and non-changeable once booked, so please check your date before purchasing.