Bioparc Fuengirola
Bioparc has around 200 species, more than 50 of them threatened. It is the only place in Andalusia where you can see Western Lowland Gorillas. There are no visible barriers between the animals and the path you walk.
It is one of the top things to do in Fuengirola if you are spending more than a beach day in town.
- 01Open 365 days a year from 10:00 – box office closes one hour before the park
- 02Adults €29.50, children 3–9 €23.00, under-3s free – save €1 by booking online 24h ahead
- 03Around 200 species across four habitat zones – Africa, Americas, Indo-Pacific, Madagascar
- 04Only zoo in Andalusia with Western Lowland Gorillas
- 05600 m from Fuengirola train station – no car needed
- 06Parking discount at Plaza España – 50% off with park validation
Tickets & Prices 2026
| Ticket | At the gate | Online (24h ahead) |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | €29.50 | €28.50 |
| Child 3–9 | €23.00 | €22.00 |
| Senior 65+ | €23.00 | €22.00 |
| Disabled | €16.00 | €15.00 |
| Under 3 | Free | Free |
Buy online at least 24 hours before your visit. The saving is €1 per ticket – small, but the queue you skip at the box office in peak season is not.
In July and August, the box office queue at opening time regularly runs to 20–30 minutes. Online tickets bypass this entirely.
Parking
There is no dedicated car park at Bioparc. The official partner is Plaza España Parking, a short walk from the entrance, where Bioparc visitors get 50% off the standard rate. Validate your ticket at the park.
Opening Times
Bioparc opens at 10:00 every day of the year. Closing time varies by season and daylight hours – the official site updates this monthly.
Known fixed closing times:
- 23 January: 16:30
- First Friday in June: 17:00
- 24 December: 15:00
- 31 December: 15:00
The box office closes one hour before the park. If you arrive late in the afternoon, check the current closing time on the official site before going – arriving 90 minutes before closing is the practical minimum for a worthwhile visit.
Check before you go
The Four Habitat Zones
Bioparc is organised as a walking route through four immersive zones. The design removes visible barriers – enclosures use landscape, water and elevation instead of fences and glass. It is the main thing that sets the park apart from a conventional zoo.
Allow around 3 hours to cover all four zones at a comfortable pace. In summer, go early – the African trail has limited shade and becomes genuinely uncomfortable by midday.
Equatorial Africa
The largest and most impressive zone. The Congo Valley section is home to Western Lowland Gorillas – the only colony in Andalusia. Chimpanzees are also present, and the official species list confirms both large and small primates coexist in this area.
Other confirmed animals in this zone include pygmy hippopotamus, Nile crocodile, African dwarf crocodile, red river hog, meerkat, sitatunga, blue duiker and royal python. Birds include common flamingo, dwarf flamingo, African spoonbill and grey crowned crane.
This is the zone most visitors spend the most time in. The gorilla enclosure in particular draws crowds – go first thing in the morning if you want a clear view.
Indo-Pacific
Reptile-heavy zone with some of the park's most striking species. Komodo dragon is confirmed – one of the park's headline threatened species. Also present: Galapagos giant tortoise, three species of monitor lizard (blue, crocodile and emerald), Fiji banded iguana, rhinoceros iguana, Indian python, diamond python and panther chameleon.
Madagascar Island
Four species of lemur confirmed: ring-tailed lemur, black and white lemur, black lemur and red lemur. The park's messaging emphasises lemur conservation strongly – the BIOPARCs in Spain together hold the largest variety of lemur species in the country.
The Madagascar zone is the most accessible for young children. The lemurs are visible at close range and the enclosure is designed for clear sightlines.
Central & South America
A dedicated zone exists for Central and South American species. Full species confirmation for this zone was not available at time of writing – check the official Bioparc site for the current animal list.
Conservation
Bioparc participates in European Endangered Species Programmes (EEP) for breeding and conservation. The park lists close to 50 threatened species, including Western Lowland Gorilla, Sumatran tiger, Bornean orangutan, Sri Lankan leopard, Komodo dragon, Malayan tapir and golden-cheeked gibbon.
The gorilla programme is the most prominent – the park describes itself as a reference point for gorilla conservation in Spain.
Food & Drink
Bioparc has on-site catering confirmed on the official website. Specific menu details and prices were not available at time of writing – check the park's Food & Drink section when booking. Bringing a small snack and water bottle is sensible for a 3-hour visit, particularly in summer.
Getting There
On foot from Fuengirola station: 600 m – around 8 minutes. The park is next to the Town Hall, five minutes from the beach.
From the bus station: 700 m on foot.
By taxi from the town centre: A short ride, under 5 minutes. Not necessary unless you have young children or heavy luggage.
By car: Use Plaza España Parking and validate your ticket at the park for 50% off.
The address is C/ Camilo José Cela, 6–8, 29640 Fuengirola.
Arriving by train
Visiting with Young Children
The visit is largely a walk through open habitat areas. A pushchair works on the main paths, which are mostly concrete and wooden decking. Visitor reports describe the layout as manageable with a buggy, though this is not confirmed officially.
The Madagascar zone is the easiest for toddlers – the lemurs are close and visible without lifting children up. The African zone is the most impressive but also the longest and warmest section.
Under-3s are free. Factor in heat management if you are visiting in July or August – the park has limited shade on the African trail and there are no fully indoor areas to retreat to during the hottest part of the day.
For more family-focused ideas beyond Bioparc, see our Fuengirola with kids guide.
Bioparc is one stop on a longer visit – the guide to Fuengirola covers the beaches and the rest of town.
