About ZSL London Zoo

With over 720 different species of animal, ZSL London Zoo is a brilliant way to immerse yourself into the animal kingdom.

The Zoo, located in the north east corner of London’s Regent’s Park, is open every day of the year except Christmas Day.

An interactive, immersive and inspiring Zoo

Mjukuu the Gorilla
ZSL is actively involved in ‘bringing down the bars’ by creating interactive, immersive and inspiring exhibits. As visitors walk around the Zoo’s 36 acre site, they are brought closer to nature.

In recent years new exhibits, such as Penguin Beach , Animal Adventure (our new children’s zoo), Giants of the Galapagos , Butterfly Paradise , Meet the Monkeys , Rainforest Life , Gorilla Kingdom and the Blackburn Pavilion , show how ZSL creates realistic environments to house some of the world’s most impressive and inspiring animals.

Interactive Zoo map

ZSL London Zoo interactive map Explore the Zoo and find out more about our residents with this interactive map. Full of stunning images, amazing animal facts and also visitor facility information, the map is perfect for planning your day the Zoo.

Check out the new interactive map

Penguin Beach

Penguins underwaterThere are p-p-plenty of penguins at ZSL London Zoo in our stunning new Penguin Beach exhibit – England’s biggest penguin pool. Watch our colony over 60 penguins duck and dive for fish in the amazing Penguin Beach Live !

Loads to see and do all day long

Burrowing Owl Visit the amphitheatre and prepare for action as flying, leaping and climbing animals show off their natural skills.

Get closer to the action by checking out our live animal events. From feeding fun to animal demonstrations and encounters there’s something for everyone at ZSL London Zoo.

Wet Weather London Zoo

Blackburn Pavilion Waterfall
Rainy day? Luckily, ZSL London Zoo is great even in wet or chilly weather, with a number of indoor enclosures and animal houses - some which even transport you to tropical climates!

Wet weather guide

Printable version

Fast Track Tickets

The fastest way to get into the Zoo is by buying your ticket in advance.

Buy tickets here

Visitor information

With so much to see and do, a visit to ZSL London Zoo is the perfect day out for people of all ages.

Our Visitor Information page has all the information you need to plan your day.

The Zoological Society of London is incorporated by Royal Charter - Registered Charity in England and Wales no. 208728.
Principal Office England - Company Number RC000749 - Registered address Regent's Park, London, England NW1 4RY

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