Buy tickets Step into the wild From July 18 to September 20, 2026
Kursaal Oostende
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The zoo of The Future

Why just look at animals… when you can walk right next to them? At the Zoo of the Future, you’ll explore wild habitats through interactive VR, AR, and 360° experiences. From waddling with penguins to roaming with elephants, this is your chance to see the natural world up close - without glass, fences or zoos. A feel-good adventure that’s fun, immersive and kind to animals.

Virtual Reality

Put on a headset and step into the wild.
From the heart of the savanna to the icy poles, our VR journeys take you closer to animals than ever before.

360° projection

Walk through floor-to-ceiling landscapes where elephants roam, monkeys swing, and the jungle comes alive around you. It’s like being inside a wildlife documentary!

3 habitat zones

From the lush treetops of the jungle, where monkeys swing and aras call, to the icy stillness of the Arctic, home to playful penguins. Then on to the golden savanna, where giraffes tower above the plains and elephants roam free. Explore three breathtaking habitats in one unforgettable journey – no passport required.

Augmented Reality

Through the magic of augmented reality, animals appear in the space around you, walking, flying, or swimming as if they were truly there. Just point, look, and be amazed!

Plan your visit

Info & Tickets

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Experience duration

1h
Make sure to arrive well in advance of your time slot – it keeps everything running smoothly.

Opening times

Open daily from 10 am to 6 pm

Single tickets

Adults (13+):
€ 13,00
Children (4 - 12 yr):
€ 8,00
Seniors (65+):
€ 10,00
Groups combo (10+ p):
€ 6,00

Group tickets

Family bundle 1: 1 adult + 1 child: € 18
Family bundle 2: 1 adult + 2 children: € 24
Family bundle 3: 1 adult + 3 children: € 30
Family bundle 4: 2 adults + 1 child: € 25
Family bundle 5: 2 adults + 2 children: € 32
Family bundle 6: 2 adults + 3 children: € 38

How to get there

Address
Kursaal Oostende
Kursaal-Westhelling 12 8400 Ostend
Kursaal Ostend is located right by the sea, on Monacoplein, in the heart of the city. Thanks to its central location, Kursaal is easily accessible on foot, by bike, by public transport or by car.

Testimonials

What other people say
about the Zoo of the Future

Gaia
Voice of the voiceless

GAIA (Global Action in the Interest of Animals) is the most influential and one of the best-known animal rights organizations in Belgium.
We believe that animals deserve to be treated with respect and have the right to a dignified existence. We advocate for a relationship between humans and animals that is guided by compassion and justice.

Experience the magic

Download our
Augmented
Reality app
now

Before you visit the Zoo of the Future, be sure to download our Augmented Reality application for an enhanced experience. You can test it home too though!
Qr code for download app

Scan the QR code or click the button to download the application in the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

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Vivez la magie

Téléchargez notre
application de
réalité augmentée

dès maintenant

Avant de visiter le Zoo du Futur, téléchargez notre application de réalité augmentée pour une expérience optimisée. Vous pouvez également la tester chez vous !
Qr code for download app

Scannez le code QR ou cliquez sur le bouton pour télécharger l’application sur le Google Play Store ou l’Apple App Store.

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Ervaar de magie

Download onze
Augmented
Reality-app
nu

Download voor een nog betere ervaring onze Augmented Reality-applicatie voordat u de Zoo van de Toekomst bezoekt. U kunt hem natuurlijk ook thuis zelf uitproberen!
Qr code for download app

Scan de QR-code of klik op de knop om de applicatie te downloaden in de Google Play Store of Apple App Store.

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