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Wilhelma Zoological and Botanical Garden | A Great Weekend Spot 🌳🐘
Esther
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Alma Lucía
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The Wilhelma in Stuttgart is a truly unique destination that fascinates visitors of all ages. As a zoological and botanical garden, it offers an impressive combination of wildlife and plant life, set against the backdrop of historic architecture. Originally built in the 19th century as a Moorish garden for King Wilhelm I, the Wilhelma combines architectural charm with modern animal care and environmental education. Animals and Plants The Wilhelma is home to over 11,000 animals representing around 1,200 species, making it one of the most species-rich zoos in Germany. From majestic gorillas to rare okapis and vibrant birds, there is an incredible diversity to explore. The botanical attractions are equally stunning: tropical plant houses, a rose pavilion, and the magnificent magnolia grove make it a paradise for plant enthusiasts. Special Highlights Key attractions include the ape house, the elephant enclosure, and the aquarium-terrarium complex. The facility’s commitment to maintaining family groups of gorillas and bonobos is often praised as an important contribution to species conservation. Additionally, the historic buildings, such as the Moorish arcades and the oriental-inspired greenhouses, add a unique charm to the experience. Family-Friendly Features The Wilhelma is an excellent choice for families. With multiple playgrounds and educational programs, children can learn about animals and plants in an engaging and playful way. The expansive grounds also offer plenty of space for walks and relaxation. Points of Criticism Some visitors note that the pathways can feel crowded on busy days, and the signage in certain areas could be improved. However, the Wilhelma is continuously working on modernizing and expanding its facilities, and these efforts are clearly visible. Conclusion The Wilhelma is a place where nature, culture, and education come together in a remarkable way. It is not only a highlight for Stuttgart residents but also a must-see destination for tourists. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful day surrounded by nature or seeking inspiration for conservation and sustainability, a visit to the Wilhelma is always a memorable experience.
Herr v Goldbach
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Wilhelma Stuttgart is an amazing zoo and botanical garden located in the city of Stuttgart, Germany. It is one of the largest and most diverse zoos in Europe, with over 8,000 animals from around the world, including many endangered species. The zoo includes an aquarium, a butterfly house, a reptile house, an aviary, and a variety of other animal enclosures. In addition to the many animals, the zoo also has beautiful gardens and greenery throughout, making for a unique and relaxing visit. The zoo is especially known for its animal conservation efforts, with a focus on endangered species from all over the world. Wilhelma Stuttgart works closely with other zoos and animal sanctuaries worldwide to ensure the future of some of the world's most vulnerable species. The zoo also works to educate visitors on the importance of animal conservation and provides many interactive activities and programs to help visitors learn more about animals and their habitats. The zoo is also home to some of the most beautiful and diverse gardens in Europe, with over 90 acres of landscaped gardens, orchards, and woodlands. The gardens are home to over 1,000 species of plants, with many rare and unusual species. Visitors can explore the gardens on a variety of walking trails, or take a guided tour to learn more about the different plants and flowers. Overall, Wilhelma Stuttgart is a great place to visit for both animal and plant lovers. It is a great place to learn about conservation and explore some of the world's most unique and beautiful species. The zoo also offers a variety of activities for children, making it a great place for families to spend a day.
Bogdan Tămîrjean
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Wilhelma is a zoological-botanical garden in Stuttgart in the Bad Cannstatt district in the north of the city on the grounds of a historic castle. Wilhelma Zoo is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Baden-Württemberg, seeing more than 2 million visitors annually. The Zoo and Botanical Garden have been staffed since 1846. The Moorish Revival style echoing the Alhambra have been maintained and supplemented since 1960. Today, the zoo has an area of about 30 hectares (0.30 km2), houses around 11,500 animals from around the world composed of roughly 1,200 species and roughly 6000 plants from all climates. Of Germany's zoos, Wilhelma's collection ranks second to the Berlin Zoological Garden.In addition to the public garden, Wilhelma also has a branch office located in Fellbach, where the zoo keeps its stallions. Wilhelma receives gorilla juveniles rejected by their mother and reared by the zookeepers. At age 2-3, the gorillas are sent back to their original zoo(s). In 1829, the property the zoo stood near the mineral springs on the Castle Rosenstein estate. Then Duke William I of Württemberg decided to build a royal bathhouse in the gardens. The Duke decided that the bathhouse should be built in the Moorish style in the same fashion as the Alhambra in the Spanish province of Granada, with an attached Orangery. Unfortunately, construction ground to a halt in 1816 due to economic woes caused by the Year Without Summer, so Wilhelma became just another summer residence of the Dukes and later Kings of Württemberg. Ludwig von Zanth was hired in 1837 to design and construct the Duke's bathhouse.
Celeste Villalpando
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The Wilhelma is a very nice ZOO, a lot of animals, and a nice place with beautiful buildings and flora and fauna, the staff is nice as well. It is a good place to get educated about animals, and since it is possible to see the real animals, its a diffrent better feeling than watching movies or pictures. The animals are well fed and look healthy and some are even saved by the ZOO, which I find very nice. Importent note: dont tap on glass from animals, dont use a camera flash for photographing, since its irritating animals, other guests and doesnt make better pictures. I would advice to not stick the hands near the animals ofer a fence, since they could bite. And I would not advice to try to feed the animals, since the already look well fed by the staff feeding and caring for them. Overall, I think ZOOs are very important, since they can help educate about animals and plants, most people could never see. The Wilhelma has a lot of small playgrounds for small children and restaurants for food and drinks as well. Overall, the ticket was worth its money for me. and The Wilhelma is a very nice ZOO in my opinion.
Janos Boxleitner
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Nearby Attractions Of Wilhelma
DAS LEUZE
Unterer Schlossgarten
Giardino Inferiore del Castello
Naturkundemuseum Stuttgart, Schloss Rosenstein
Rosensteinpark
World of Trams Stuttgart
Cannstatter Wasen
Rosensteinpark Stuttgart
Mineralbad Berg
Maurischer Garten Stuttgart
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Unterer Schlossgarten
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Naturkundemuseum Stuttgart, Schloss Rosenstein
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Restaurant Bagdad
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Wilhelma 13, 70376 Stuttgart, Germany
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Wilhelma is a zoological-botanical garden in Stuttgart in the Bad Cannstatt district in the north of the city on the grounds of a historic castle. Wilhelma Zoo is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Baden-Württemberg, seeing more than 2 million visitors annually.
attractions: DAS LEUZE, Unterer Schlossgarten, Giardino Inferiore del Castello, Naturkundemuseum Stuttgart, Schloss Rosenstein, Rosensteinpark, World of Trams Stuttgart, Cannstatter Wasen, Rosensteinpark Stuttgart, Mineralbad Berg, Maurischer Garten Stuttgart, restaurants: Restaurant Bagdad, Tokio Dining, The Little Greek Taverna, Sophie's Beer Garden, Der Rote Hirsch, Sushi Le, Henpoint, Burger King Stuttgart, Neckarbiergarten, Café Tratsch
