Zoo Aquarium de Madrid — Attraction in Madrid

I recently visited the Madrid Zoo, and while I had high hopes for the experience, it turned out to be quite disappointing. Our visit coincided with rainy weather, which can sometimes dampen the mood, but I was still excited to see the pandas, as they were the main highlight I was looking forward to.

Upon arriving at the zoo, I couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation. The pandas were at the top of my list, and I was eager to see them in person. Unfortunately, while the pandas did not disappoint, the overall experience was marred by several issues. It was disheartening to notice that many of the animals appeared sad and lethargic, which raised concerns about their well-being. This was particularly troubling, as I believe that zoos should prioritize the health and happiness of their animals.

Additionally, I was surprised to see that many of the exhibitions were either empty or not properly maintained. It felt like there was a lack of engagement and care in the way the zoo was being managed. With so many empty exhibits, it made the visit feel less vibrant and more like a collection of enclosures rather than a lively zoo experience.

Another downside was the dining options. Despite the presence of multiple restaurants within the zoo, only one was open during our visit. This led to long lines and limited choices for food, which was frustrating, especially on a rainy day when we were looking for a warm meal. It would have been nice to have more dining options available to accommodate the visitors.

In conclusion, while seeing the pandas was a highlight of the visit, the overall experience at the Madrid Zoo left much to be desired. The sad appearance of many animals, the emptiness of several exhibits, and the limited dining options made it feel like a visit that wasn't worth the time or the entry fee. I hope that the zoo can address these issues in the future, as it has the potential to be a wonderful place for both animals...

!!! The worst conditions ever !!!

Madrid Zoo boasts an impressive collection of animals, including rare and endangered species. The staff's friendly demeanor and helpful nature further enhance the overall visitor experience. However, a glaring oversight mars the zoo's otherwise positive reputation: the deplorable conditions in the monkey enclosure.

The monkey enclosure, a stark contrast to the rest of the zoo, presents a scene of overcrowding, filth, and a rampant rat infestation. The sheer number of monkeys confined to this cramped space is alarming, depriving them of the necessary room to roam freely and engage in their natural behaviors. The monkeys are living like slaves and they fighting like it s their last day sometimes..This overcrowding, coupled with the deplorable sanitation, creates a breeding ground for disease and distress among the primates. A recent incident further highlights the zoo's negligence towards its monkey inhabitants. Two monkeys engaged in a fight, resulting in one of them plummeting from a 15-meter-high wall. (they have a weird place where to stay).The severity of the fall left the monkey bleeding profusely and foaming at the mouth because she felt like an potato bag from 15m.The delayed response from zookeepers but they tried to do their best, one of them come and call the veterinary and so on but it seemed like that they know the bad situation.. The plight of the monkeys at Madrid Zoo serves as a stark reminder of the zoo's responsibility to provide adequate care for all its animals. The overcrowding, poor sanitation, and lack of proper safety measures within the monkey enclosure are unacceptable. Immediate action is required to address these issues and ensure the well-being of these primates. While Madrid Zoo may excel in many areas, its treatment of monkeys falls woefully short of animal welfare standards… their monkeys.. their slaves .

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The Zoo Aquarium de Madrid was originally opened in the city in 1770 in El Retiro Park and has been operating from its current location in Casa de Campo since 1972. The park currently has a size of over 20 hectares with more than 500 species of animal present. It is one of only 11 zoos in Europe to currently host giant pandas.

Overall, the experience at the park was quite nice, Madrid Zoo has nice walking pathways throughout the park and exhibits are sorted by continent. I was impressed to see a few cool animals that I hadn’t seen before including the Binturong, a rather impressive big cat from SE Asia – who amusingly smells like popcorn. The zoo also includes an indoor aquarium space with a range of smaller tanks and a larger shark tank.

The zoo has a great situation located within the Casa de Campo nature reserve and it is located close to Parque de Attracciones Madrid also. Metro access is available from the Casa de Campo station on line 10 or line 5.

For those who don’t like zoos due to animal treatment concerns, some of the enclosures may seem a little small and lacking in greenery. Despite this and interestingly enough however, some of the older more brutalist concrete animal exhibits are actually heritage listed. Originally designed by Javier Carvajal Ferrer these animal pens embraced the brutalist style, characterized by the use of raw concrete and geometric forms and reflecting a modernist approach to zoo architecture. This in some cases were a little visually confronting, but despite this a couple of other exhibits like the much larger tiger exhibit was pretty impressive and had a nice mix of concrete forms and softer elements such as planting and water features.

Overall the Zoo was a nice morning out, I recommend it especially as an activity for families with...