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London Zoo

London, United Kingdom•4.3(36.4k)•Wildlife Center, Zoo

Explore the UK's most historic and iconic zoo in the heart of London, featuring diverse wildlife habitats, daily talks, and interactive experiences for all ages.

London Zoo is the UK's most historic and iconic zoo, offering families an immersive world of wildlife in central London. Visitors can explore diverse animal habitats, watch daily keeper talks, and get up close to creatures from around the globe. The zoo features play areas including ZooTown, a brand-new role play adventure where children can dress as vets and engage in imaginative activities. The venue caters to families with young children, offering pushchair-friendly facilities and attractions suitable from age 0+. Special experiences and events run throughout the year, including themed trails like Winnie-the-Pooh at London Zoo, which celebrates literary history alongside the zoo experience. Educational programs are available for school groups, and the site includes the ZSL Library for further learning. Amenities include the London Zoo Restaurant for dining, accessible facilities, and a mobile app to enhance visits. The zoo operates daily from 10am and offers membership options alongside daily tickets, with no VAT on admission prices. Every visit supports the zoo's conservation efforts and wildlife welfare initiatives.
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Opening Hours

Monday: 10:00 – 18:00
Tuesday: 10:00 – 18:00
Wednesday: 10:00 – 18:00
Thursday: 10:00 – 18:00
Friday: 10:00 – 18:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 18:00
Sunday: 10:00 – 18:00

Venue Details

Venue Type

Indoor & Outdoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in

Recommended ages

0 months (newborn)+

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

London Zoo Restaurant

On-site dining facility offering meals and refreshments to visitors

Hours: 10am-3:30pm (hot food 11:30am-3:30pm)

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Google Reviews

4.3(36.4k reviews)
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Burghelea Oana

Burghelea Oana

4 weeks ago

A fantastic zoo that’s much more than just a tourist attraction. Home to around 8,500 animals representing more than 300 species, it offers the chance to see everything from lions, tigers, giraffes, gorillas, orangutans, penguins, pygmy hippos, Komodo dragons, Galápagos tortoises, and sloths to reptiles, tropical birds, butterflies, and countless fascinating insects. The habitats are beautifully designed, the animals appear well cared for, and there are plenty of informative talks and feeding sessions throughout the day. It’s a great place for both children and adults, and you can easily spend an entire day exploring while learning about wildlife conservation. Highly recommended!

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Hasan Perform

Hasan Perform

4 weeks ago

It was an amazing experience where I was able to see as much animals as possible and some like the Sloth for the very first time! The zoo is well serviced and you easy to get it to and you have plenty of options when it comes to food. Bonus tip, if you are planning to visit the zoo try to go to the Butterfly section first because it is mesmerising!

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Savannah

Savannah

a month ago

I would not reccomend going for night at the zoo, I am very spoiled with the zoo by me so to be fair, my expectations were very high. There were too many tickets sold, you couldn't walk anywhere without bumping into someone, there wasn't really live music, it was just one guy sometimes playing songs. Every line for food/drinks was very long, and the drinks were very highly priced. I just think for this being paid entry, and the lack of animals and space for not only humans, but animals (truly they do not have enough room in those exhibits) it was a disappointment. It had lovely exhibits (aside from the size) but a lack of viewing areas, there were too many trees in the way to see any animals. I do like the vendors, and the interactive areas of the zoo, and how they paid homage to the countries the animals came from.

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Taha Khambaty

Taha Khambaty

2 months ago

Definitely an experience you want to try out at least once. I would recommend anyone coming to get here at least by 12 pm so you have enough time to see everything and make your experience worth it. Of course the main attraction are the animals but they can sometimes be sleeping or hidden away. While this can be a bit disappointing it does demonstrate that the animals have decent size enclosures and are free to roam about as they want. If you have enough time however you might be able to circle back and catch the animals you missed. The reptile and insect section were particular highlights and if you're not creeped out by them, they are highly worth the visit. Also it has great learning potential. There are so many facts about the animals laid out in a digestible manner. What I also found great was showing how the animals are endangered and what is causing it which helps put things into context why you should care about these animals. Lastly the staff are also lovely. They are clearly passionate about the animals and will tell you so many more cool facts. In summary, while the ticket is a bit steep, with the right company and enough time to explore everything, it is very much worth it.

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Valery Grachova

Valery Grachova

2 months ago

We had an amazing experience at the zoo! I was especially happy to see that the animals have plenty of space and that everything is very well maintained and thoughtfully designed. There are pavilions with insects, reptiles, a tropical rainforest, and also Monkey Valley, where you can walk among monkeys at arm’s length. We spent 5 hours there and enjoyed every minute of it!

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026

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This venue was last updated on 29 September 2026

Frequently asked questions about London Zoo

Is London Zoo free to visit?

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

What ages is London Zoo suitable for?

London Zoo is suitable for visitors of all ages, from babies through to adults.

Is London Zoo dog-friendly?

Dogs are not permitted at London Zoo.

Is there parking at London Zoo?

Yes — London Zoo has on-site parking, plus additional parking nearby.

Is there food at London Zoo?

Yes — London Zoo Restaurant is on site at London Zoo. On-site dining facility offering meals and refreshments to visitors

Is London Zoo pushchair-friendly?

Yes, London 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 London Zoo?

London Zoo is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to London Zoo by public transport?

London Zoo is well-served by public transport.

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