Zoo of the Future
Discovery Ticket: an exceptional advantage!
- 40% discount on your train journey
- Children under the age of 12 travel for free (max. 4 children per paying traveller)
- Round trip on the same day
- More info about the Discovery Ticket
More information: zooofthefuture.be
Address: Kursaal Oostende, Kursaal-Westhelling 12, 8400 Ostend (20 minutes' walk from the station)
Address: Kursaal Oostende, Kursaal-Westhelling 12, 8400 Ostend (20 minutes' walk from the station)
Buy your Discovery Ticket in an instant
- Buy your e-ticket at zooofthefuture.be
- Look for the Discovery Ticket code on your e-ticket: it is a 16 character code.
- Order your Discovery Ticket directly from this page.
- Show the pdf of your Discovery Ticket on your smartphone or show a printed version when the train conductor passes by on the train.
- Enjoy your journey!
Frequently asked questions
Each owner of an e-ticket for Zoo of the Future will receive a code for the purchase of 1 Discovery Ticket, which allows him or her to travel by train to Ostend station at a 40% discount.
The SNCB-NMBS discount code is valid for the day of your excursion. Return on the same day.
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The Discovery Ticket discount code (16 characters) can be found on the e-ticket issued at zooofthefuture.com
Any other questions? Check out the frequently asked questions about the Discovery Ticket.
Zoo of the Future: GAIA’s must-see virtual zoo
Step into the Zoo of the Future, Europe’s first fully virtual zoo! Wild animals come to life at Kursaal oostende - free, unrestrained, and without cages. With VR and AR, you discover tigers, elephants, penguins, and more in their natural habitat and literally step into their world. In this way, GAIA presents an animal-friendly alternative to traditional zoos. An immersive, educational, and ethical experience for young and old!
From 18 July until 20 September 2026
