If you have a few days to spend in Copenhagen, the zoological gardens are well worth a visit. With more than 4,000 animals from all over the world, Copenhagen ZOO is one of Denmark's most visited attractions.

The ZOO was founded in 1859, making it one of Europe’s oldest zoos. 

In 2008, a British architect designed the elephant house and enclosure at Copenhagen Zoo. Following research into elephants' social patterns, the design of these buildings set new zoological standards in terms of the elephants' physical well-being.

A big feature of the zoo is the wooden observation tower. 43.5 metres high, it looks like the Eiffel Tower. The tower was built in 1905 and is one of the tallest observation towers built of wood in the world. 

Opening hours:

Sunday to friday 10am to 4pm

Saturdays 10am to 8pm

Tickets:

Adult: €32

Children: €18.6

Copenhagen card: free