Edinburgh Zoo
Last Updated on February 20, 2024 by Suzy McCullough
Things to do at Edinburgh Zoo review
Edinburgh Zoo is a large 82-acre park in the Corstorphine area of Edinburgh, Scotland. It has extensive views of the city and it was first built in 1913. It is the second most popular paid-for tourist attraction, after Edinburgh Castle, in Scotland.
It was the first zoo in the world to house and breed penguins and it is the only zoo in Britain to house Queensland Koalas and Giant Pandas. The Budongo Trail houses a troop of 17 common chimpanzees that are great to watch from their viewing galleries.
There is a walk-through aviary with several species of exotic birds. There are daily talks and shows. Other animals, at the zoo include macaws, zebra, lions, meerkats and Sumatran tigers. Plus rhinos, giraffes, hippos, tapirs, lemurs, red pandas and more.
Penguin rock is really impressive with special nesting areas for their penguins and three different species with the king, Gentoo and rockhopper. It is the largest outdoor penguin pool in Europe. The zoo is also home to some lovely gardens with 120 species of trees including even banana trees.
There are several play areas around the Zoo, designed to allow children to have fun in a safe environment. The zoo also often has realistic dinosaurs that they often light up for special events,.
FAQ and Further Information Edinburgh Zoo
Is there food and drink available?
There is a cafe, restaurant and food court plus seasonal, kiosks serving hot and cold food and drinks. You are welcome to bring a picnic.
What are the main things to do?
Zoo with a great range of animals, including pandas, penguins, lions, giraffes, hippos, rhinos and more. There are outdoor play areas plus toilets and a wide choice of places to purchase food and drinks.
What are the ticket prices?
*Expensiveu003cbru003e*Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online. *Expensive. An adult ticket without donation costs £19.95, children 3-15 £11.35. Under 3s are free, .
Is there parking?
There is parking, charges apply.
When are they open?
Edinburgh Zoo is open all year round except for Christmas Day. For up to date opening times and dates u003ca href=u0022https://www.edinburghzoo.org.uk/plan-your-visit/day-planner/opening-times/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003eplease visit their websiteu003c/au003e.
Dog friendly?
Only guide dogs for the visually impared are permitted.
Are they accessible?
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