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Five Sisters Zoo

Polbeth, United Kingdom•4.6(7.1k)•Zoo

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Family-run zoo in West Lothian featuring over 160 species, including Scotland's only cheetah and rescued brown bears.

Five Sisters Zoo is a family-run wildlife attraction located in West Lothian, Scotland, featuring over 160 different species from around the world. The zoo is home to Scotland's only cheetah, rescued brown bears, and an indoor reptile house showcasing exotic reptiles. Visitors can enjoy on-site dining, a play park, and soft play facilities, making it an ideal family day out. The zoo remains open year-round except Christmas and New Year's Day, welcoming educational school groups alongside general visitors. With its commitment to animal welfare and conservation, Five Sisters Zoo provides close encounters with animals in a relaxed, family-friendly environment.
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Opening Hours

Monday: 10:00 – 15:00
Tuesday: 10:00 – 15:00
Wednesday: 10:00 – 15:00
Thursday: 10:00 – 15:00
Friday: 10:00 – 15:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 15:00
Sunday: 10:00 – 15:00

Venue Details

Venue Type

Indoor & Outdoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in

Recommended ages

3 years – 11 years

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

Leaping Lemurs Restaurant

Range of hot and cold food and hot drinks

Hours: Until 4pm

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4.6(7.1k reviews)
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Ryan Downie

Ryan Downie

3 weeks ago

A fantastic zoo with a wide variety of animals. We’ve been coming here for years and have never been disappointed — whether on regular visits, during the zookeeper experiences, or this evening at Santa’s Grotto and the illuminated stroll. The effort that has gone into this place is unreal. An absolutely fantastic evening and, without doubt, the most Christmassy event we’ve ever had the pleasure of attending. Great work by the whole team — from Santa and his elf to the car park attendants, the lady selling the tokens, and the fresh crêpe and doughnut staff. Everything was excellent. The staff were brilliant and, despite how busy it was, everything ran smoothly — we don’t think we waited more than ten minutes for anything. Loved it (and so did the kids 😂)

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Nicole Warnock

Nicole Warnock

a month ago

We had a great time at the Illuminations on Wednesday night! Entering through the tunnel is much better than going through the main entrance, it makes it feel more magical. Our 2 year old was amazed by all the lights and had the best time. We were really lucky that we got to see some of the animals too which is a good bonus (she LOVES the penguins and Lions). I enjoyed it much more than I did last year and will hopefully visit again next year since we now live 2 mins away 🫶🏼 Great effort by all of the team 🥰

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Laura Chalmers

Laura Chalmers

3 months ago

Fantastic enclosures and very happy and content animals. I was super impressed with the animals husbandry and it is clear they have created the best environment for each animals needs. The staff were friendly and clearly cared about the animals on their care. We had a fantastic day out and could have stayed longer. A very well deserved 5 stars.

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leonie Stephen

leonie Stephen

4 months ago

Hands down the best zoo I’ve visited. Animals were so well looked after, staff were lovely - helpful and friendly. Could not get over the amount of different animals. Loved the unusual displays - something for both older and younger family members. Soft play was also a welcome rest. And kids loved it. Would love to return for the Christmas lights and the summer rides and things. Highly recommend. Some of the reviews on here are silly 🤷‍♀️ We spent around 4 hours here but could easily have spent the whole day. Didn’t see many empty enclosures 🤷‍♀️ and the black bear has signs explaining they are monitoring the behaviour as he is still settling in. You can tell that staff are very passionate about the animals and their wellbeing. We watched several staff members interacting with them.

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Taylor

Taylor

5 months ago

Amazing day out for all the family. Best zoo we have been too. Loads to see, food vans located around the park which is great and it's actually decently priced too and great quality. There are loads of great animals to see and definitely could spend an entire day there. We all had the best day. Would definitely come back again.

Reviews last updated: 16 January 2026

Events at Five Sisters Zoo

This venue was last updated on 16 January 2026

Frequently asked questions about Five Sisters Zoo

Is Five Sisters Zoo free to visit?

Five Sisters Zoo is a paid attraction — see the official website for current ticket prices.

What ages is Five Sisters Zoo suitable for?

Five Sisters Zoo is best for children aged 3 to 11.

Is Five Sisters Zoo dog-friendly?

Dogs are not permitted at Five Sisters Zoo.

Is there parking at Five Sisters Zoo?

Yes, Five Sisters Zoo has on-site parking.

Is there food at Five Sisters Zoo?

Yes — Leaping Lemurs Restaurant is on site at Five Sisters Zoo. Range of hot and cold food and hot drinks

Is Five Sisters Zoo pushchair-friendly?

Yes, Five Sisters Zoo is pushchair, pram and buggy friendly — most areas are step-free so you can navigate easily with little ones in tow.

How long should we plan to spend at Five Sisters Zoo?

Five Sisters Zoo is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to Five Sisters Zoo by public transport?

Five Sisters Zoo is well-served by public transport — buses 74, 34A, 34B stop nearby, and West Calder station is about 6 minutes' walk away.

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