We visited for the Giant Lanterns exhibit and it was an incredible experience! The sea-life theme was stunning—the giant whale was a personal favorite, but every single artifact was crafted with such intricate detail. My kids have always loved the zoo here, so coming back is a treat for them, but the lanterns were truly the cherry on top. A magical evening for the whole family and highly recommended!

Winter visits - when it’s very dry, and very clear, and very cold - might be underrated… yes, the animals are feeling pretty docile, but the views across the park and over the city, onto the Pentlands, can be quite magical. So make sure you head up to the hilltop viewpoint (see my photos on the maps link there) to see how beautiful it is in winter. From there, now warmed up, it’s an enjoyable stroll downhill to see the different enclosures. Make sure you’re at the bottom in time for the famous Penguin Walk, and the monkey house is organised chaos to watch. The park itself feels more like you’re on a National Trust day out at times, so something for everyone, and you’re still well within the city - just a 15 minute bus ride. It felt like the animals were well looked after, none of those awkward feelings I’ve had at some other zoos.

Brilliant. I absolutely loved it. There is a bus stop across the road if you are coming from the city centre. There is also a car park at the zoo. All staff were very helpful on arrival. Today it rained heavily all day so some of the animals were staying in their enclosures so I didn't see all of them. There are some cafes, toilets and a nice gift shop. Please note Edinburgh Zoo is CARD PAYMENT only. The site is set on a steep hill but there are plenty of disabled facilities. All the animals are very well cared for and look at ease with their surroundings. Well worth a visit. Great for families.

Amazing zoo experience! The habitats were thoughtfully designed with each animal in mind — spacious, intricate, and very natural. The layout for visitors was also impressive; you could see nearly every animal, whether they were active or resting, with only a few exceptions due to conservation efforts. Overall, it was an amazing experience and definitely one of the top zoos to visit. Do keep in mind that the zoo is quite hilly, so wear comfortable shoes that you don’t mind getting a little dirty, especially if it’s rainy or wet.

The zoo was a wonderful experience! I didn’t expect to spend so many hours there, exploring every corner and admiring each animal. They were all incredibly cute – if I could, I would have taken them all home. The place is very clean, well-maintained, with friendly and attentive staff. There are plenty of playgrounds and activities for children, as well as food and sweets stands for visitors. I was especially delighted by the delicious ice cream I tried. The zoo also offers many relaxing spots, with benches at every step – perfect for taking a break and enjoying the atmosphere. At the exit, there was a great souvenir shop, well stocked with something to suit every taste.