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Visitor Information

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

Find out more about ZSL London Zoo

This page has all the information you need to plan your visit.

Ticket Prices

To give our visitors value for money ZSL London Zoo operates a tiered ticket price system, including discounts for off-peak periods.

Find out more about this, along with prices, on our entry costs page.

Online discount
The cheapest way for your family to get into ZSL London Zoo is by booking online in advance. Family Saver Tickets are available only available online and not at the gate.

Book online and jump the queue

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

Buy tickets here

Make someone's day with a gift ticket

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Access

Directions

Directions to ZSL London Zoo and a map of the area surrounding the site. How to find us

Disabled access

ZSL London Zoo seeks to provide equal opportunity for all to enjoy the animal exhibits and visitor facilities.

Disabled access

Parking

Parking for Zoo visitors is available in the Zoo's Gloucester Slips Car Park and is payable on the day.

The Zoo's Main Gate is situated on the Outer Circle of Regent's Park NW1, which is outside of the congestion charge zone.

More information about parking at ZSL London Zoo

Cycling

Cycle racks are available in the half moon car park opposite the main entrance gate to ZSL London Zoo.

ZSL takes no responsibility for any damage or theft of any cycles left in our cycle stands. It is the owner's responsibility to ensure that cycles are secured before leaving them.

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Refreshments

Oasis Coffee BarThe zoo has a variety of on-site catering outlets, perfect for anyone feeling peckish.

More about our refreshment facilities

EcoZoo

water recyclingZSL is working hard to improve the way we manage our Zoo sites to reduce negative environmental impacts and enhance ecological and social benefits.

Find out what ZSL is doing

Other Information

There’s so much to do in the Regent's Park area of London that you could spend the whole day and night there.

Find out what else there is to do nearby

Terms of entry

  • Permission must be obtained for all filming and photography for commercial purposes.
  • Children under 16 will not be admitted without an adult.
  • We do not allow re-entry to the zoo.
  • No dogs are allowed on the ZSL London Zoo premises.
  • Bicycles are not allowed on Zoo premises.
  • Scooters, rollerskates, rollerblades, skateboards are not allowed on Zoo premises.
  • Heelys roller shoes must not be used as skates, but may be worn as shoes.
  • Please note, there is no provision for left luggage.

ZSL London Zoo Location

Opening Times

Opening times

 

 

Dates

Opening

Closing

From 6th March until 16th July*

10.00

17.30

*opening extended until 6pm on some bank holidays weekends. Find out more

  • Enjoyengland VAQAS Logo ZSL London Zoo is open every day of the year except Christmas Day
  • Last admission is one hour before advertised closing time
  • Children under 16 will not be admitted without an adult

Zoo Map

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ZSL London Zoo Map

Find your way around and learn about the zoo with our guidebook

Dayplanner

ZSL London Zoo dayplannerWhen you arrive at the Zoo we'll give you a copy of our dayplanner, containing a Zoo map and information on what's on. However, if you want to be super organised and plan your day in advance, you can download a copy here.

Download a Zoo dayplanner

We’re changing - building work

Clore Rainforest Lookout Biome
The Clore Rainforest Lookout & Nightzone will be closed for renovation from Monday 9th November until March 2010.

Also, the public walkway in front of our African Bird Safari will be closed Mondays to Fridays until Easter. However this area will be open at weekends. Signage is in place to direct visitors via alternative routes through Gorilla Kingdom and the Komodo dragon house.

The main lion enclosure is under improvement, however the lions are still visible to the side of their main enclosure.

ZSL London Zoo would like to apologise for any disappointment these works might cause.

We pride ourselves as being a world leading zoo and this essential work is important to maintain our high level of animal care and visitor enjoyment.

But don’t worry there’s still hundreds of animals to see, including our colony of western lowland gorillas, Asian lions and their cubs, tigers, giraffes and meerkats.

Meet the Animals

Squirrel Monkey
ZSL London Zoo has almost 750 species of animal, from the smallest monkey to the tall giraffe.

Meet some of the most popular animals

See our full animal inventory

Group Visits

Group of childrenWith discounted group rates, group catering, free daily animal events and coach parking facilities, it’s the perfect time to bring your group along to ZSL London Zoo for a big day out.

Find out more

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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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