What do the entry tickets to Bioparc Fuengirola include?

Your entry tickets to the park include access to all four habitats, letting you spot the different species that call this park home at your own pace. If you choose the upgrade with the daily menu, you can also grab a meal at BIOPARC Café, which is located on-site.

How many different species is the park home to?

Bioparc Fuengirola is home to over 200 different species, including mammals, birds, reptiles, and more. You'll find these across four different habitats, which include the island of Madagascar, Equatorial Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Indo-Pacific.

What are the park's opening hours?

The park opens every day of the year at 10am sharp. Closing times vary by season, and last entry is generally one hour before it closes.

Are there any special timings that I must be aware of?

Yes, the park closes at 5pm on the first Friday of June every year. On February 5, the park closes at 4:30pm, and on December 24 and 31, it closes at 3pm. Last entry is one hour before closing time as standard.

Is the park wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the park is designed to be entirely wheelchair accessible. For the least crowds, you should aim to arrive at 10am (the park's opening time), as this is when the crowds are at their thinnest, making moving around easy.

Bioparc Fuengirola Tickets | Entry Tickets & Combo Options

Standard ticket or menu bundle?

Basic tickets grant access to Bioparc Fuengirola’s immersive habitats. The menu bundle adds a curated meal, streamlining your visit without the need to search for lunch options.

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Quick overview:

Access included: Your entry tickets include access to the entire zoo and its five unique habitats. The upgrade also gets you the set menu at the cafe on-site.
Main highlights: The zoo is home to unique species like the Papuan hornbill, the Nile crocodile, the Komodo dragon, and the giant Amazonian otter, among over 200 in total.
Visit length: Most guests spend 3 to 4 hours, or sometimes longer if they’re visiting with children or plan on dining at the zoo.
Best timing: Arrive as soon as the park opens at 10am. This is when the weather is at its coolest, and the animals are more active as a result. As the day gets warmer, the animals retreat to more shaded areas, limiting the possibility of a clear sighting.
Queues: Purchasing tickets online lets you skip the queue for tickets at the venue, but you will still need to go through the security checks.
Best upgrade: Choose entry tickets that get you access to the daily menu at the BIOPARC Café, which includes set menus, combination plates, pizzas, hamburgers, and more.
Good to know: The park is compact, so it suits half-day Costa del Sol itineraries. Additionally, if you’re going to be at the park at around lunch time, you should choose the ticket with the daily menu - if you leave the park to grab a bite elsewhere, you will need to purchase a new ticket to re-enter.

Which Bioparc Fuengirola ticket is best for you?

Ticket type	Entrance used	Lines skipped	Security screening	Includes	Why pick this	Price from
Entry tickets	Main entrance	None	Mandatory	Access to all habitats, with optional meals at the on-site cafe	Ideal for a flexible, self-guided visit	€29.50

What to expect at Bioparc Fuengirola

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Step into a tropical world

Enter through a leafy urban oasis where winding paths, waterfalls, and dense planting quickly seclude you from Malaga’s bustling streets and urban life. This immersion-style zoo created an environment that lets you explore all the species in carefully curated replicas of their very own natural habitats out in the wild.

First reveal: The island of Madagascar

Lemurs leap, lounge, and socialise in the iconic baobab tree, in one of the park’s most playful areas. And when we lemurs, we don't just mean one or two species, but over a hundred species and subspecies of this animal. It is often the first zone children connect with instantly.

Step into Equatorial Africa

Equatorial Africa changes the scenery entirely. Whether you look to the treetops, the ground, or the water, you’ll find endless species of flora and fauna. You’ll encounter primates like the Western lowland gorilla, the massive Nile crocodile, the royal pythons, and meerkats, among a host of other species.

Hop across the (figurative) ocean to Southeast Asia

Southeast Asia is home to some of the world’s most majestic species. Be it the Sumatran Tiger carefully hidden in the grass, or the reptiles taking refuge within the cold crevices of the abandoned mine, this habitat is a treasure trove of wildlife.

Discover the Indo-Pacific’s reptile

The Indo-Pacific is one of the zoo’s most striking environments, combining temple ruins, a dragon interpretative center, and a reptile-centric narrative. This is where you’ll find the world’s largest reptile, the Komodo dragon, besides a host of other species such as pythons, tortoises, monitor lizards, and several others.

Learn as you explore

Interpretive signage throughout the park explains endangered species, habitats, and conservation efforts without slowing the visit down.

Dine at BIOPARC Café

Set in the midst of this unforgettable tropical environment is BIOPARC Café, a restaurant where you can grab a bite and a refreshment or two without having to step outside the zoo. With set menus and a variety of other dishes, you’ll find options that cater to every possible taste.

Things to know before booking your tickets to Bioparc Fuengirola

Booking window

Bioparc Fuengirola is especially busy on weekends, public holidays, Easter, and during the summer school break. The major peak season is between June and August.
Tickets are sold on site, but can be hard to get during the peak season. During this period, booking at least 5-7 days in advance is recommended.

Modes of entry

The park has one primary entrance, where you’ll either need to purchase your tickets on the day of your visit or show your pre-booked e-ticket.
While pre-booking lets you skip the line for people booking on-site, you will still need to pass through the mandatory bag screening.

What’s included

The entry ticket includes access to all four habitats that include over 200 species.
Booking a ticket with access to the daily menu lets you grab a bite at BIOPARC Café without having to pay any extra amount.
Services such as parking lockers, and so on, are not included in the ticket price.

Ways to explore

Most guests visit on a self-guided basis, which suits the park’s compact layout.
If you simply want to skim through the key highlights at all four habitats, setting aside three hours is more than enough.
However, if you’re visiting with family and kids, you’ll likely take more breaks, which could extend your visit duration to about 4-5 hours.

Restrictions & policies

You’re not allowed to re-enter the park with the same ticket. If you leave the park for any reason, you will need to purchase a new ticket, unless the ticket office grants you permission to do so in exceptional circumstances.
Feeding the animals, flash photography, knocking on glass enclosures, smoking, and the use of bicycles or skateboards are strictly prohibited inside the park.
Minors under 16 years must always be accompanied by an adult.
Lastly, for those bound to a wheelchair, the park is entirely accessible. Keep in mind that arriving closer to the park’s opening time at 10am makes navigating easier, as the crowds are generally thin.

The different habitats at Bioparc Fuengirola

The Island of Madagascar

Usually, one of the first themed areas you encounter. Expect playful lemurs, lush greenery, and close-range viewing that feels open and engaging. This zone is especially popular with families and younger visitors.

Equatorial Africa

A dramatic forest-inspired section with gorillas, hippos, and larger mammals. Natural barriers and layered viewing areas make sightings feel more intimate than a traditional zoo layout.

Southeast Asia

Dense foliage, bridges, and shaded paths lead to orangutans, reptiles, and tiger habitats. It is one of the park’s most atmospheric zones.

Indo Pacific

Look for crocodilians, monitor lizards, and species adapted to wetter tropical environments. Great for children who enjoy stronger visual moments.

Visiting Bioparc Fuengirola with kids? Here’s everything you need to know

Bioparc Fuengirola is one of the easiest wildlife attractions on the Costa del Sol to do with children. Its compact layout avoids exhausting walks, while lemurs, gorillas, reptiles, and lush themed environments keep attention high.

Kid-friendly features include:

Wide stroller-friendly pathways
Frequent shaded areas and benches
Restrooms and baby-changing facilities
Animal zones with strong visual appeal for younger children
On-site dining and snack stops
A realistic half-day duration that suits family schedules

Plan your visit to Bioparc Fuengirola

Flamingos wading in a pond at Bioparc Fuengirola, surrounded by lush greenery.

Timings: Bioparc Fuengirola opens every day of the year at 10am. However, its closing time varies from one season to another, with special timings on certain days of the year.
Last entry: Last entry to the zoo is generally one hour before the day’s scheduled closing time.
Special timings:
- On the first Friday of June every year, the park closes at 5pm, with last entry scheduled for 4pm.
- On February 5, the park closes at 4:30pm, with last entry at 3:30pm.
- On December 24 and 31, the park closes at 3pm, with last entry at 2pm.

Find out Bioparc Fuengirola's timings

Man in wheelchair with child pointing at animals in a zoo enclosure.

Bioparc Fuengirola is designed to be completely wheelchair accessible. If you’re bound to a wheelchair, we’d recommend arriving as soon as the park opens at 10am, as this is when the park is at its least crowded, making navigating easy.

Row of parked cars under green trees in a sunny parking lot.

Parking: While the park doesn’t have its own parking, Plaza de España Parking – Telepark, a parking lot nearby, offers a 50% discount to the park’s customers.
Children’s playground: Located right next to the park’s cafe, this playground offers tops, slides, and other rides for children to enjoy a little break during their visit.
BIOPARC Café: Located within the park, this is a great dining option where you can grab a snack, a drink, or even a whole meal.
BIOPARC Store: Designed to resemble the park’s forested nature, this gift store features plush toys of the park’s most iconic animals, books, toys, stationery, tableware, and a host of other accessories. It’s the perfect place to purchase a souvenir as a keepsake of your visit.

Red panda on a rock at Bioparc Fuengirola, surrounded by lush greenery.

Minors: Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Feeding: Feeding the animals in any of the habitats is strictly prohibited.
Pets: Unfortunately, you cannot bring your pets into the park, with the exception of certified guide or assistance dogs.
Smoking: Bioparc Fuengirola is a smoke-free zone, and you won’t find any dedicated smoking zones.
Food: You cannot carry any food items into the park, except in the case of food for babies or visitors with food intolerances.
Bicycles and skateboards: Bringing or using a bicycle, skateboard, or roller skates is strictly prohibited inside the park.

Insider tips to make your visit to Bioparc Fuengirola memorable

Arrive close to opening time: The park opens daily at 10am, and the first two hours are usually the calmest, with cooler temperatures and animals often more active than later in the day.
Start with Madagascar and primates first: Lemurs, gorillas, and orangutans are among the most popular residents, so visiting these habitats early gives you clearer views before pathways get busier.
Revisit habitats later in the day: Animal behaviour changes throughout the day. A tiger or gorilla resting in the morning may be active later, so looping back often rewards patient visitors.
Use the park’s compact layout to slow down: Bioparc Fuengirola is not huge, which means you do not need to rush. Spend extra time observing animal interactions instead of trying to “tick off” every zone quickly.
Plan lunch slightly before peak time: Eat before 1pm or after 2:30pm to avoid the busiest café queues and enjoy a more relaxed mid-visit break.
Bring a camera with a zoom if possible: Many habitats are beautifully landscaped, and a zoom lens or good phone zoom helps capture animals naturally without needing to crowd viewing points.
Stay into the late afternoon in summer: On hotter days, some animals become more active once temperatures ease, and the softer evening light also makes the park especially atmospheric for photos.

Frequently asked questions about Bioparc Fuengirola tickets

While the park does sell tickets on-site, ticket queues can be rather long, especially during the peak season from June to August. As a result, you'll end up spending at least 30 minutes waiting in line. Booking tickets online saves you precious time that you can spend exploring the different habitats inside the park.

Timings: Bioparc Fuengirola opens every day of the year at 10am. However, its closing time varies from one season to another, with special timings on certain days of the year.
Last entry: Last entry to the zoo is generally one hour before the day’s scheduled closing time.
Special timings:
- On the first Friday of June every year, the park closes at 5pm, with last entry scheduled for 4pm.
- On February 5, the park closes at 4:30pm, with last entry at 3:30pm.
- On December 24 and 31, the park closes at 3pm, with last entry at 2pm.

Find out Bioparc Fuengirola's timings

Parking: While the park doesn’t have its own parking, Plaza de España Parking – Telepark, a parking lot nearby, offers a 50% discount to the park’s customers.
Children’s playground: Located right next to the park’s cafe, this playground offers tops, slides, and other rides for children to enjoy a little break during their visit.
BIOPARC Café: Located within the park, this is a great dining option where you can grab a snack, a drink, or even a whole meal.
BIOPARC Store: Designed to resemble the park’s forested nature, this gift store features plush toys of the park’s most iconic animals, books, toys, stationery, tableware, and a host of other accessories. It’s the perfect place to purchase a souvenir as a keepsake of your visit.

Minors: Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Feeding: Feeding the animals in any of the habitats is strictly prohibited.
Pets: Unfortunately, you cannot bring your pets into the park, with the exception of certified guide or assistance dogs.
Smoking: Bioparc Fuengirola is a smoke-free zone, and you won’t find any dedicated smoking zones.
Food: You cannot carry any food items into the park, except in the case of food for babies or visitors with food intolerances.
Bicycles and skateboards: Bringing or using a bicycle, skateboard, or roller skates is strictly prohibited inside the park.

Bioparc Fuengirola is located in the heart of Fuengirola on Spain’s Costa del Sol, just a short walk from the town centre, beach, and train station. Its address is C. Camilo José Cela, 6, y 8, 29640 Fuengirola, Málaga, Spain | Find on Google Maps

How to get there:

By bus: Fuengirola Bus Station is around 700 metres southwest of the park, with an easy walk via Paseo Jesús Santos Rein toward Calle Camilo José Cela.
By train: The Renfe Cercanías Fuengirola station is about 600 metres from Bioparc, making it one of the easiest ways to reach the park from Málaga and Costa del Sol towns.
By car: Drive into central Fuengirola and park nearby at Plaza España Car Park, where Bioparc visitors receive a 50% parking discount.

Getting to Bioparc Fuengirola

See over 200 species up close across five habitats in an immersive environment.

Everything you get: Enjoy entry to Biopark Fuengirola, with complete access to all five habitats, home to over 200 unique species, including crocodiles, pigmy hippos, and countless birds.
Why choose this: Walk through a zoo unlike any other, where animals aren't caged, but are a part of carefully designed habitats, for a truly immersive experience.
Upgrades: Enjoy entry to the park with access to the daily menu at Bioparc Café from 10am onwards, ideal if you want to grab a bite along the way.

Inclusions #

Entry to Bioparc Fuengirola
Access to all five habitats
Single entry to Bioparc (as per option selected)
Entry with access to the daily menu (as per option selected)

What to bring

Carry a valid ID and ensure that the name matches that on your booking.

What’s not allowed

Feeding the animals at any point of your visit is strictly prohibited.
Do not touch the animals, throw objects at them, or tap on the glass enclosures.
While you can take photographs for personal use, flash photography is a strict no-go.
Using bicycles, roller skates, and skateboards is not allowed inside the park.

Accessibility

Bioparc Fuenfirola is wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Re-entry is not allowed with the same ticket. If you leave the park, you will need to purchase a new ticket to re-enter, unless you have special authorization from the authorities in exceptional cases.
Special timings:
- On the first Friday of June every year, the park closes at 5pm, with last entry capped at 4pm.
- On December 24 and 31, the park closes at 3pm, with last entry capped at 2pm.
If you book a ticket with access to the daily menu, make sure to check the restaurant's timings, as these are subject to vary depending on the season.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.