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Cologne Zoological Garden

How To Reach Cologne Zoological Garden

Travel to Cologne Zoological Garden, Cologne, Germany

Located in the city of Cologne, the Cologne Zoological Garden is one of the oldest and most popular zoological gardens in Germany. Here are several ways to reach this fascinating destination:

By Public Transport

  • Train: The Cologne Zoo is easily accessible by train. You can take a train to Cologne main station (Köln Hauptbahnhof) and from there take a tram or a short walk to the zoo.
  • Tram: You can take a tram to reach Cologne Zoo. The tram lines that stop near the Zoo are Line 18 (stop: Zoo/Flora) and Line 16 (stop: Kinderkrankenhaus). These lines connect the zoo with various parts of the city.

By Car

If you're driving to Cologne Zoological Garden:

  • Use your GPS navigation and enter the address: Riehler Straße 173, 50735 Köln, Germany.
  • Parking is available at the zoo, but it can be limited during peak times. Consider using city parking and taking public transport to the zoo.

By Air

If you are visiting from outside Germany:

  • Fly into Cologne Bonn Airport (Flughafen Köln/Bonn).
  • From the airport, you can take a taxi or use public transport. The S-Bahn train (S13) connects the airport to Cologne central station, from where you can take the tram or walk to the zoo.

By Bike or On Foot

If you are staying in the city center, Cologne Zoo is just a pleasant walk along the Rhine River. There are also bike paths leading to the zoo for those who prefer cycling.

Visiting Hours

Before you visit, check the Cologne Zoo's official website for the latest opening hours and any special instructions or changes related to your visit.

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