Paignton Zoo Environmental Park

Paignton Zoo is located in Paignton, South Devon. They have a full timetable of daily activities so make sure you check the board when you arrive.

Things to do at Paignton Zoo Environmental Park

At the zoo, there is a reptile tropics and desert house with large greenhouses which are home to free-flying birds and reptiles. You can walk through Lemur woods, this is more fun if you combine it with the talk/feeding times.

There is a suspended wobbly bridge that takes you to the big cats. There are lots of displays around the park telling you about their breeding programs and conservation. Other animals include monkeys, zebra, rhinos and giraffes.

Their animal encounter arena is where a lot of the scheduled events, take place. You can watch birds of prey flying above your head and more. Paignton Zoo has some great play areas around the park plus nature trails and a walk-through aviary with more free-flying birds. They also have an indoor play area.

Important Information Paignton Zoo

Is there food and drink available?

There are a number of places to eat that serve hot and cold food and drinks. You are welcome to picnic outdoors and there are lots of picnic benches around the zoo.

What are the main things to do?

A great variety of animals, including some walkthrough enclosures, daily talks and shows (some shows are seasonal,), indoor and outdoor play areas and a Jungle Express train. There are toilets and a range of places to eat.

What are the ticket prices?

Between £13 to just over £18 per person. This is a discounted rate that you will get if you book your tickets online in advance. Under 3’s are free.
Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.