Summer holidays 2026: join some unusual night-time excursions at the Paris Zoological Park this summer.

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Published by Graziella de Sortiraparis, Margot de Sortiraparis · Photos by Margot de Sortiraparis, Graziella de Sortiraparis · Updated on June 9, 2026 at 10:17 a.m.
The Paris Zoological Park’s Nocturnes return for a new season this summer, running from July 2 to August 13, 2026, inviting visitors to discover Vincennes Zoo after dark. A different way to observe the animals and experience a visit to this Parisian venue.

This year again, the Parc Zoologique de Paris opens for nighttime during the summer, letting both kids and adults enjoy the animals in the evening, at the hour when the park usually closes. Once a week, on Thursdays from July 2 to August 13, 2026, the Zoo de Vincennes stays open late, from 6pm to 10pm, with a single entry of €15 to enjoy the zoo at dusk in a different atmosphere!

Thematic activities, quizzes, feeding, and prime opportunities to observe the events—perfect for spotting this whole little world when the daytime heat eases off.

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Embark on a beautiful stroll through the five biozones that recreate the habitats of the 200 different species at the Paris Zoological Park: Patagonia, Africa, Europe, the Amazon-Guyana, and Madagascar. The animals are visible in a calmer atmosphere than by day, when they’ll come closer to you and allow for quiet observation in the sunset. A lovely experience for family or friends!

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The lions stretch after their nap, the bats start their feeding, and the baboons soak up the last sunbeams… Facing the African savannah and the Great Rock that shifts color, enjoy a terrace with loungers, a cocktail bar, hot dishes and treats, and soak up the evening right to the end.

In addition, the Silent Zoo make their return for two special nights on July 16 and August 6, letting guests dance and listen to music quietly, in the presence of the animals.

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Please note that it's been over 4 years since our last visit, so the place and experience may have changed.

Practical information

Dates and Opening Time
From July 2, 2026 to August 13, 2026

× Approximate opening times: to confirm opening times, please contact the establishment.

    Location

    Avenue Daumesnil
    75012 Paris 12

    Route planner
    Access
    Porte Dorée metro station

    Prices
    Tarif nocturne: €15

    Recommended age
    For all

    Official website
    www.parczoologiquedeparis.fr

    Booking
    Book your tickets with Paris je t'aime here

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