Five Sisters Zoo

The Five Sisters Zoo is in the West Calder area of Scotland. It is home to over 196 species of mammals, birds and reptiles with indoor and outdoor play areas.

Things to do at Five Sisters Zoo

The owners of the zoo are passionate about animals and have rehomed many pets that were no longer wanted or could be cared for. A large focus of the zoo is its three bears and four lions that were once circus animals. Two of their bears were rescued from a roadside restaurant in Albania. Other animals include meerkats, snow leopards, arctic wolves, lynx and more.

The zoo runs a range of keeper talks and feeds. For an additional fee, you can book some of the more special activities such as animal encounters (£3 pp) and lemur feed (£6 pp). The talks have no additional charge, numbers are limited on the encounters but they usually have a few every day.

The outdoor play area has swings, slides, a carousel, go-karting, various rides and a pirate ship from their old castle play area. You can purchase tokens (£1 a token) and use them on the rides. These include an animal train, ladybugs and pirate ship rides that require 1 token. Go-kart racing 2 tokes and mini diggers 3 tokens. Rides are only open on busy days during peak season.

Leaping Lemurs is their four-level indoor soft play frame. They also have special baby and toddler zones plus a cafe with seating. You can visit either soft play or the zoo or both together. They can even host your child’s birthday party. They also host a range of annual events.

Further Information Five Sisters Zoo

Is there food and drink available?

There is the Leaping Lemurs restaurant that serves hot and cold food and drinks. You are welcome to bring a picnic.

What are the main things to do?

Zoo with a good range of animals, daily talks and encounters plus indoor soft play, outdoor play areas and small rides. There are toilets and a restaurant.

What are the ticket prices?

Soft play – £5.50 for 3-11 years, £3.50 for 1-2 and £1 for under 1. Higher-priced – the zoo costs £15.85 an adult, children 3-15 £11.08, family tickets are available and under 3s are free. Annual tickets are available.
Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.

Is there parking?

There is free parking.

When are they open?

The Five Sisters Zoo is open all year round except for Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. For up-to-date opening times and dates please visit their website.