Amazing zoo. So many animals, all easy to see. Very hilly/slope-ey. Lots of food places. Visited on a Friday during school hours and it was quiet. You can feed the parquets after purchasing a £1 nectar cup to feed them - they land on your arms and sometimes head. The staff are friendly and very knowledgeable. Bit pricey food wise, but it's what you'd expect. There are experiences you can pay to do also, like feeding the giraffes, elephants, and also a tiger experience. I've only ever done the giraffe one, but it was so fun and a memory I'll cherish. Took a 11 year old and a 3 month old - plenty of outdoor spaces to adventure and also baby changing / toilets throughout the park. Definitely in my top three zoos.

I visited Colchester Zoo with my partner and my uncle, and we had such a fantastic day! There was so much to see and do, and we enjoyed every moment of our visit. The whole experience was fun, relaxing, and memorable. We spent hours exploring and never got bored because there was always something new to see. It’s a perfect place for families, couples, and anyone who loves animals. We had a wonderful time and would definitely recommend Colchester Zoo to others. We can’t wait to visit again!

Let me say at the outset Im not keen on zoos. That said, this place really tries its best and is a good example of its kind. It has great staff, informative and interactive displays, a wide variety of exhibits, great play areas, great food offerings. Its on a hilly site, which makes getting around with a pushchair challenging, but there's a great little land train which tries to help visitors get around.

An absolutely fantastic day out at Colchester Zoo. From start to finish, the experience was excellent and well worth the visit. The zoo is beautifully laid out, clean, and very well maintained. There is a huge variety of animals, and the enclosures are spacious and thoughtfully designed, giving you great views while clearly prioritising animal welfare. Every area feels well looked after, and there is always something interesting to see. Staff throughout the zoo are friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful, whether answering questions, giving talks, or assisting visitors. The animal talks and feeding times are informative and engaging, making the visit even more enjoyable for both adults and children. Facilities are excellent, with plenty of food outlets, seating areas, clean toilets, and play areas for children. It’s very family-friendly, but equally enjoyable for couples or groups of friends. There is also so much to do that you can easily spend the entire day there without feeling rushed. Overall, Colchester Zoo offers an outstanding experience — well organised, educational, and fun. One of the best zoos in the UK and highly recommended for a memorable day out. We will definitely be visiting again.

We had a lovely time at the zoo. We arrived around 11:30/12 and left around closing 4pm. We had a spot of lunch which was reasonable but only one of the restaurants were opened because I think footfall was low. That wasn’t a problem because we preferred it being less busy. There are so many hills and steep warning signs everywhere!!! Despite this, my little 2 year old insisted on walking around and thoroughly enjoyed it. I would come again and definitely recommend buying tickets in advanced. It’s just easier and cheaper and show via phone at entrance. Free parking although slightly muddy. A variety of animals to see but we missed a few due to them going inside earlier which we wasn’t aware of. And some animals when to sleep probably because it was a bit cold. The signage was a bit confusing at times too so we ended up going quite a few laps. Would love to take part in some of the experiences next time and would visit again when the weather is warmer.