About Edinburgh Zoo
Scotland's premier zoo welcomes families to discover more than 1,000 incredible creatures, from the nation's exclusive koala residents to exotic species on the thrilling Hilltop Safari experience.
What's nearby
- The Gannet Fish Bar 250m away
- Corstorphine Hill Local Nature Reserve 400m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
- ✓Paid street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Facilities
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Amazing zoo, great family day out. Being members of Chester zoo, we arrived thinking the zoo would be an “ok” day out, and we left wishing we lived closer so that we could visit regularly. our whole family enjoyed seeing all the amazing animals, especially the pelicans and all the different species of penguin. The research the zoo are doing with the monkeys is fascinating. The zoo has beautifully kept grounds, all play areas and toilets were very clean. Every single member of staff we spoke to today was very cheerful and helpful. A volunteer called Graham took time to show my children where the baby sloth was. Absolutely amazing zoo, highlight of our holiday. Thank you to every single member of staff and volunteers because every single one was really helpful.
· via Google
The Edinburgh Zoo is a fantastic place for a fun family day out. The animals are diverse and well cared for, and the grounds are spacious and clean. The educational and interactive activities make the visit enjoyable for both kids and adults. There are also restaurants and rest areas that provide a comfortable experience for visitors. I highly recommend visiting the zoo if you're looking for an enjoyable and educational experience in the heart of Edinburgh.
· via Google
Visited on a school trip, 2nd time I’m visited the zoo always is a good fun time. I love the sloths but when I visited a new sloth was born the night before. Since I couldn’t see them the sun bear was my favourite that time, the penguins came up super close to us and the sun bear came out of its enclosure posing for selfies. The ice cream was phenomenal!!! Strawberry icecream was super fresh a bit pricey but worth it, amazing trip
· via Google
Wonderful day at the Edinburgh Zoo. $32.50/pp to enter. The zoo was clean and well kept. The one key think this zoo is built on a side of a hill. There is allot of uphill walking. If you have kids bring a wagon or stroller. The Animals we pretty active. The highlight was the Giraffes and the Rino. Overall this was a good zoo to visit.
· via Google
People say this zoo offers a wide variety of animals in spacious, well-maintained enclosures, with the penguins and giraffes being particular highlights. Visitors also appreciate the friendly and knowledgeable staff, as well as the convenient parking and accessible transport options.
Some reviews mention the animal enclosures can be closed.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- 134 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, EH12 6TS Get directions
- Category
- Zoos & Animal Parks
- Guest rating
- 4.3 / 5 (14,729 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Dogs allowed
- No
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- Edinburgh