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Tropical World

Leeds, United Kingdom•4.3(7.7k)•Aquarium, City Park, Zoo

Explore tropical rainforests, deserts and mangroves home to meerkats, monkeys, crocodiles, butterflies and exotic aquatic life in this indoor wildlife attraction.

Tropical World is an indoor zoo located within the beautiful Roundhay Park in Leeds, offering families an unforgettable journey through multiple themed habitats. Visitors can explore the Butterfly House, Aquarium, Waterfall House, Creature Corner, Rainforest Canopy, Desert House, and Creature Cavern, encountering a diverse range of exotic animals including meerkats, monkeys, crocodiles, butterflies, fish, birds, frogs, and reptiles. The venue is designed to be family-friendly and welcoming to all ages, with free admission for under-3s and affordable pricing for children aged 3-15. Tropical World combines education and entertainment, functioning as a conservation and education facility accredited by BIAZA. The site is pushchair friendly and features the Tropical World Cafe for refreshments. Beyond the indoor attractions, visitors can enjoy the surrounding Roundhay Park, including a sculpture trail featuring eight beautifully carved beech trees by local artist Shane Green and newly restored wildflower meadows. The venue also offers special experiences such as animal adoptions and seasonal events like Monkey Madness during school holidays. Open daily from 10am to 6pm, Tropical World provides an engaging experience that combines wildlife viewing with conservation awareness and outdoor exploration.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE

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

Tropical World Cafe

On-site cafe offering refreshments to visitors

Hours: 10am to 5pm (10am to 3:30pm in winter). Hot food served until 4pm summer (3pm winter)

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4.3(7.7k reviews)
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Jessica Gibson

Jessica Gibson

a month ago

So, my family have been coming here for many years and for my partners birthday, I thought it would be nice to return. It’s probably been about 5 years since I last came here. Unfortunately, I was very disappointed. The enclosure glass for the animals were either dirty or scratched. The place was run down and really needs to be freshened up. Some of the fish tanks didn’t have enough water in them and the huge waterfall was broken. Considering its well known for its butterflies, there were hardly any of them (my mother and father had been in April and said the same thing) you used to have to doge out the way due to the amount of butterflies. My in-laws came from Blackpool to see their son and join us and I felt awful that this place seemed to have lost its shine. There is also a rather ugly scaffolding all around the butterfly house portion which seems to be holding up the bridge. I think I would have been nice if they explained to us about it, something like ‘sorry but at the moment, they’re is some scaffolding around the butterfly house portion of our exhibit’ This place has so much potential, it’s so sad to see it go down hill like this :(

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JOYY

JOYY

a month ago

AMAAAZING I LOVE ANIMALS!! I LOVE THIS!! ITS AMAAAZING!! There’s different stations, desert, ocean, forest etc. and if you hate animals in captivity.. ITS NOT LIKE THAT! They have their own unique stations and habitats often renovated and cleaned and spots for the animals to hide. It’s like they never left!! Anyways here’s just SOME of the many spots!

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Stephanie Armstrong

Stephanie Armstrong

2 months ago

Lovely little place. Great price and wonderful staff. Probably not wise to go to a tropical world on the hottest day of the year but we still very much enjoyed it. Couldn't see quiet a few animals as I assume they were hiding away from the hot day.

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Juris Savostijanovs

Juris Savostijanovs

2 months ago

It has a lovely butterfly area, and quite a few areas with different critters, animals and aquatic life. I would say that some of the enclosures, such as the fish ponds and the monkey enclosures are painfully small, which makes me feel sorry for the creatures within, surely they could be given more space to roam than the tiny spaces?

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Alyn Howie

Alyn Howie

2 months ago

Was staying 40 mins drive away and weather was poor all day. Found this place online and decided for the price we woukd give it a go and we were suprised how good it was. Its a lot bigger than it looks. We ate in the cafe and we had to wait for about 20mins to be served dispite only one other person being in front of us. Food was decent tho

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026

Events at Tropical World

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This venue was last updated on 28 September 2026

Frequently asked questions about Tropical World

Is Tropical World free to visit?

Tropical World is a paid attraction — see the official website for current ticket prices.

What ages is Tropical World suitable for?

Tropical World is suitable for visitors of all ages, from babies through to adults.

Is Tropical World dog-friendly?

Dogs are not permitted at Tropical World.

Is there parking at Tropical World?

Yes — Tropical World has on-site parking, plus additional parking nearby.

Is there food at Tropical World?

Yes — Tropical World Cafe is on site at Tropical World. On-site cafe offering refreshments to visitors

Is Tropical World pushchair-friendly?

Yes, Tropical World 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 Tropical World?

Tropical World is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to Tropical World by public transport?

Tropical World is well-served by public transport.

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