Event type
Experience
Event status
Open
Dates
7 June - 26 July
Price
£21.50 (early bird £18.50)
Zoo Nights is back!
Every Friday from 7 June to 26 July 2024, London Zoo will open from 6pm - 10pm, just for adults! As the sun goes down, join us after hours to see the Zoo in a whole new light without the kids or the crowds.
Don’t miss out on early bird tickets! Book by 5 May 2024 to save £3 per ticket on any of the first four nights.
Grab yourself a tipple from one of our pop-up watering holes and explore the Zoo at dusk. It’s the best time of the day to see some of our animals, as many of them become more active in the evening. Plus, experience some of the rarest and most unique reptiles and amphibians on Earth in our brand-new exhibit The Secret Life of Reptiles and Amphibians.
Find out what our animals really get up to after dark with a Birds and The Bees guided tour*, then learn more about their bathroom habits with The Origin of the Faeces exhibition!
Why not make the evening extra special with a glass of bubbly overlooking our black and white flippered friends at Penguin Beach?*
Once you’ve worked up an appetite, discover our Wild Bites street food market serving up fantastic flavours from across the globe. Packed with some of London’s finest pop-ups, there’s plenty of choice for herbivores and carnivores.
Chill out on the lawns and enjoy your food, surrounded by relaxing music and our incredible animals. And of course, our Zoo shop will be open late for all those must-have purchases and mementos.
If one evening isn’t enough, you can stay the night in the London Zoo lodges* sleeping within a whisker of the lions and spend the following day exploring the Zoo along with a private morning tour.
Zoo Nights is the most unmissable event of the summer and tickets are now live! Book before 5 May to save with our early bird offer, with tickets for just £18.50 on the first four nights.
Please note: Our animals have varying bedtimes throughout the evening but most animals’ bedtimes at Zoo Nights will be from 9pm onwards. We strongly advise arriving with enough time to make the most of the evening and see our animals before they wind down for bed.
*Additional charges apply.
Zoo Nights VIP Sleepover
Upgrade your visit to Zoo Nights by taking part in one of London’s most exclusive sleepovers!
Our VIP sleepover allows you to enjoy all the fun of Zoo Nights, without having to go home! Stay over at the zoo in our en-suite lodges, right in the heart of Land of the Lions. In the morning you will get to enjoy a buffet breakfast, and then an exclusive tour before the zoo opens.
Included in this experience:
- A complimentary drink upon arrival
- An overnight stay in a private lodge - double or twin bed, en-suite, complimentary toiletries, tea and coffee making facilities
- A buffet breakfast
- One exclusive tour in the morning after breakfast
- Entry to our Zoo Nights adults-only event
- Dinner vouchers for our onsite food vendors
- Free entry into London Zoo for two days either side of your night's stay. You are also welcome to visit Whipsnade Zoo on your second day
- Free car parking (this is valid upon showing ticket confirmation at car park entrance)
- Exclusive 15% discount on animal experiences
- 10% discount in the gift shop
Please note that this experience is different to our regular London Zoo Lodges experience and only what is stated above is included.
Frequently asked questions
How long will the event last?
Gates will open for Zoo Nights at 6pm, with last entry at 9pm. The event will finish at 10pm. Our animals have varying bedtimes throughout the evening but most animals’ bedtimes at Zoo Nights will be from 9pm onwards. We strongly advise arriving with enough time to make the most of the evening and see our animals before they wind down for bed.
Zoo Nights tickets do not include entry to the Zoo during the day.
Are Zoo Nights tickets included in my membership?
As this is a special event, members will need to book Zoo Nights tickets separately in advance. Entry is not included as part of the Gold or Silver membership packages.
Can I use Universal Credit tickets for Zoo Nights?
Unfortunately because Zoo Nights is a special ticketed event, Universal Credit tickets cannot be used for Zoo Nights admissions.
What are the animal bedtimes?
Our animals have varying bedtimes throughout the evening but most animals’ bedtimes at Zoo Nights will be from 9pm onwards. We strongly advise arriving with enough time to make the most of the evening and see our animals before they wind down for bed.
How can I attend the event with my carer?
For visitors needing to attend the event with a carer, entry is free for one carer. As capacities are strictly limited for this event, please email [email protected] ahead of your visit so that we can secure a place for your essential carer along with your supporting documentation. This can be:
- Disability Allowance Letter
- PIP letter
- Freedom pass
- Any other appropriate supporting documentation as issued by your local authority.
Can I hire a mobility aid at the event?
If you would like to book a wheelchair or mobility scooter for Zoo Nights event please email [email protected] ahead of your visit so we can arrange this for you. Whilst mobility aids can be hired on site on the day, we only have a limited number available, so we'd recommend you email to secure one in advance of your visit. Prices for hiring mobility aids can be found on our accessibility page under the dropdown 'Hiring Mobility Aids'.
I have a question or problem regarding my tickets. Who should I contact?
You can contact the SEE customer service using the London Zoo customer service portal (you’ll need your booking reference number):
LONDON ZOO CUSTOMER SERVICE PORTAL