Overview
Bioparc Valencia is an award-winning zoo using immersive enclosures that eliminate visible barriers between visitors and animals. The African themed park recreates savanna, forest, and wetland habitats.
Highlights
- Barrier-free design: Animals appear to roam freely in recreated African landscapes.
- Gorilla habitat: A lush forest enclosure for western lowland gorillas.
- Lemur island: Walk-through exhibit with free-ranging lemurs.
History
Opened in 2008 as a new-generation zoo designed by Rainer Nolvak, replacing Valencia's older municipal zoo.
Visitor Tips
- Morning: Animals are most active in the cooler morning hours.
- Online tickets: Book at bioparcvalencia.es.
- Duration: 2–3 hours.