About ZSL London Zoo

The oldest scientific zoo in the world, ZSL London Zoo is home to more than 15,000 animals from more than 750 different species. With your ZSL London Zoo tickets in hand, enter the park and make your way to one of the many exhibits and enclosures, such as Animal Adventure, Reptile House, Gorilla Kingdom, Bird Safari, and many others. Each exhibit was created with the aim of closely replicating the animals' natural habitats so that they can thrive which makes it interesting to explore. You can view lions, penguins, hippos, Komodo dragons, zebras, lemurs, meerkats, tortoises, giraffes, reptiles, and many other species of animals and birds from across the world here.

View gorillas in their Kingdom, Asiatic lions in the Land of the Lions, or a Humboldt penguin colony in England's Biggest Penguin Pool. Kids will love exploring the Children's Zoo, where they can interact with farm animals up close, or Madagascar, where they can see the hairy and cuddly lemurs. The zoo features three color-coded paths to follow as well as a regular schedule of animal feeding times and talks to make the visit entertaining and educational. From the friendly spider program, the giraffe keeper experience, and feeding the gorillas to overnight stays in the zoo lodge, these experiences are accessible through tickets for ZSL London Zoo.

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Highlights
  • Take a tour of the historic 200 years old ZSL London Zoo to see around 750 different species of animals

  • Observe the adorable Humboldt Penguin colony at the London Zoo swimming and having fun in England's largest penguin pool

  • Enjoy this 14-hectare zoo and meander around its various zones segregated in colors of Blue, Pink, and Orange to witness animals like gorillas, komodo dragons, and ferocious lions

  • Be amazed by the incredible Spider exhibition and see some crawlers on your ZSL London Zoo tickets. Also stroll around to know Nicky and Thug, two pygmy hippos

  • Explore the land of the lions to see more than 400 magnificent Asiatic lions and closely watch the king of the jungle in their replicated territory

  • See gravity-defying colobus monkeys in a verdant Central African woodland setting with a spectacular 30ft waterfall background at Monkey Valley

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Must Know Before You Go
  • Some animal exhibits may close up to 30 minutes before closing time.
  • For your security, bag checks will be carried out as you enter the Zoo. Please have your bags ready for checking.
  • Children under 16 will not be admitted without an adult.
  • Bicycles are not allowed on Zoo premises.
  • Rollerskates, rollerblades, skateboards are not allowed on Zoo premises. Children's scooters are permitted as long as they are supervised by an adult. No adult scooters are allowed on site.
  • Heelys roller shoes must not be used as skates, but may be worn as shoes.
  • All foreign nationals must share their passport and visa details at the time of arrival and entry.
  • Last entry/Closing time on selected dates may be affected by special events.
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Why To Book ZSL London Zoo Tickets?

You can avoid standing in long lines at the ticket booth when you purchase ZSL London Zoo tickets online. Making a reservation for the tour in advance will help you prevent last-minute disappointment and hassles. Additionally, when you book your tickets for ZSL London Zoo online, you receive benefits like exclusive promotional deals, savings, instant confirmation, and flexible cancellation.

ZSL London Zoo

Highlights:- Witness the magnificent realm of the oldest scientific zoo in the world and get a closer look at more than 15, 000 species with the ZSL London Zoo tickets.- Marvel at the Spectacular animal exhibitions, including Land of the Lions, Gorilla Kingdom, Tiger Territory, Animals Adventure, and many others to take in nature and wildlife.- Follow the colored routes—pink, orange, and blue — included in your tickets for ZSL London Zoo and look for creatures along that specific route.- The Rainforest exhibit to view diverse animals in London's only living rainforest, and the Night Life exhibit to experience nocturnal animals in the wild.- Become a giraffe keeper, feed gorillas and penguins, meet monkeys and meerkats, conquer your spider phobia with the Friendly Spider Program, or indulge in many other experiences including in your ZSL London Zoo tickets price.- Explore the Reptile House to be amazed by a sizable collection of amphibians and reptiles or the petting zoo to get up close and personal with farm animals.

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  • ZSL London Zoo tickets price includes entry to the world's oldest scientific zoo.
  • It gives full-day access to all its exhibits, allowing you to see over 15,000 animals of 750 species.


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ZSL London Zoo Experiences

The ZSL London Zoo provides a variety of entertaining and instructive experiences to make your visit more memorable and engaging. You can spend a day as a keeper, feed Gorillas and Giraffes, test your spider fear with the spider program, or meet adorable penguins.

Komodo Dragon Experience
The Komodo Dragon Experience

Take on the role of a keeper and go behind the scenes to view Ganas, the world's largest Komodo Dragon, for a truly unique experience. Arrive early to accompany one of the skilled keepers and observe Ganas' morning ritual and discover what it's like to work with this extraordinarily unique and unusual species! Book your Komodo Dragon Experience ZSL London Zoo tickets today to enjoy this experience, which is held every two weeks, at 9 am on specific weekdays. The ticket includes zoo admission, so you can explore other exhibits after the experience.


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Gorilla
Feed The Gorillas

This Gorilla feeding adventure begins when you meet your dedicated Zoo guide, who will tour you around the site. He'll introduce you to the gorilla family and show you the scrumptious food you may spread around while watching them eat. The keeper will then guide you around to the opposite side of Gorilla Kingdom, where you will approach the glass pane and be in awe of the gorillas' presence. You will get the opportunity to take many photos and ask keepers any gorilla-related questions you may have. The experience is held every day at 11:30 am, except Tuesdays. You can seize this chance by booking your tickets for ZSL London Zoo for a Gorilla feeding experience.


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ZSL London Zoo Lodges
ZSL London Zoo Lodges

A stay at ZSL London Zoo Lodges is an ultimate opportunity for all animal and nature lovers to experience ZSL London Zoo at night. The visitors will have a unique lodging experience and enjoy spending the night close to Asiatic lions. The experience, offered every Thursday and Friday, includes two days of access to the London Zoo, an adults-only evening, an overnight stay in an ensuite twin lodge, and English breakfast. Visitors will also assist in feeding some of the adorable animals their breakfast during a private morning tour of the zoo.


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Junior Keeper for a Day
Junior Keeper for the Day

Book ZSL London Zoo tickets for the Junior Keeper for a Day experience for your children to provide them with an unforgettable experience. Young children (aged 11 to 15) can engage in this activity and work alongside a zoo keeper to get a behind-the-scenes look at the Zoo's animals. They will join the zookeeper's team in groups of up to five children, dressed in their Zookeeper uniform, which includes a t-shirt and cap. The Junior Keepers will then proceed to the restaurant for refreshments and to find out which animals they will be caring for. Then they'll go to the Zoo to perform their Zookeeper duties! This experience is available every Sunday at 9:15 am.


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Girraff Keeper Experience
The Giraffe Keeper Experience

With this experience, you'll get to pet and feed giraffes and learn what it's like to be a giraffe keeper. Arrive early in the morning, before the Zoo opens, and meet the zoo host in the giraffe house to meet Maggie and Molly. You'll be assisting the keepers with cleaning their dens, picking delectable delights from the herb garden, and preparing some giraffe enrichment! The experience is limited to four persons and is available Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. The Giraffe Keeper Experience ZSL London Zoo tickets also include admission to the Zoo for the remainder of the day, allowing you to explore other exhibits.


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Monkey
Meet The Monkeys

An expert zookeeper will give you a health and safety briefing before escorting you to the rainforest floor inside the Rainforest Life exhibit during this 20-minute VIP experience. After that, you'll assist the zookeeper in feeding the monkeys while learning more about the various species living in this zone. You may be able to spot diverse animals in the rainforest, such as lion-headed tamarins, red titi monkeys, tortoises, and bats. Keep your camera ready to capture some beautiful wildlife and nature. Meet the Monkeys in the Rainforest Experience is available at 2 pm daily between April and September, and Thursdays to Mondays from October to March.


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Meet the Meerkats
Meet The Meerkats

After receiving a health and safety briefing from an experienced Zookeeper, you will head to the meerkat enclosure during your 20-minute VIP Meet the Meerkats Experience. You will enter the meerkats' habitat and observe as they run around you while looking for food. Then, while getting insight into these endearing creatures, you will assist the zookeeper in feeding them.

You will get the chance to spend a lot of time with the meerkats and the zookeeper because there are only a maximum of four individuals participating in the experience. This activity takes place at 1:30 pm daily and requires separate Meet the Meerkats Experience ZSL London Zoo tickets.


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sensory sessions
Sensory Sessions

Experience the visuals, noises, and sensations of the marine environment through the interactive Sensory Stories held at the Zoo every Tuesday morning from 10:30 am. In this experience, you will be surrounded by a coral exhibit and listen to an interactive story about a marine creature. This journey will take you through the ocean, discovering its environment and encountering colorful creatures! Each week's interactive story offers something new to discover and experience as a family, fostering closer bonds and lifelong memories. Baby sensory sessions are also offered and are recommended for infants between the ages of 0 and 8.


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Meet The Penguins

You will have exclusive access to a VIP section in Penguin Beach in this experience, and curious Humboldt penguins will then approach you to say hello. These welcoming people will be introduced to you by your host, who will also respond to any inquiries you may have about penguins.

You will be amazed when you will observe penguins from close and watch them play. They allow petting, and you can take exclusive photos of them as well. For this activity, you need to wear closed-toe footwear rather than flip-flops because Penguin Beach is unique compared to other beaches. From April through October, Meet the Penguins is held twice daily at 12 and 2:30 pm.


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ZSL London Zoo

Location: Regent's Park, London, NW1 4RY, UK

Timings:27th March to 4 September 2022: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm (Last entry at 5:00 pm)

Best Time To Visit:The best time to visit the ZSL London Zoo is just around when it opens because there will be fewer visitors and you will have plenty of time to observe wild creatures. During the months between May and September, London offers pleasant weather for outdoor exploration, which makes it the best time to visit ZSL London Zoo.


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    Yes, you are permitted to feed animals within the zoo while under the observation of animal keepers. Feeding experiences require separate tickets because they are not included in the general ZSL London Zoo tickets price.

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