About Belfast Zoo
Over 1,200 creatures including big cats, marsupials and primates await discovery at this hillside zoo, complete with tropical rainforest habitat and aviary, plus full accessibility for families.
What's nearby
- Education Centre 150m away
- The Treetop Tearoom 250m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
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
Had a fantastic day at Belfast Zoo! The zoo is set on a hillside with beautiful views over Belfast, and there are plenty of animals to see. The grounds are clean, the staff are friendly, and it's a great place for a family day out. Be prepared for a bit of walking uphill, but it's worth it. The kids loved seeing the giraffes, monkeys, and big cats. Overall, a fun and enjoyable experience. Highly recommended if you're visiting Belfast.
· via Google
Absolutely loved it here. Gutted I’m only here for a holiday and can’t attend this all the time like I would. Was a lovely zoo. The shop was very good too. Got a photo by a photographer and it is amazing. If you have a love for animals you will love it. Animals are taken care of very well too. If they are in their huts you can most likely go in and see them. Love this so much.
· via Google
The last time I came here with my child, she was only 1 years old. We visited on Friday and she is now 5. This made for a more exciting trip, and she thoroughly enjoyed seeing all the animals in their habitats. It was great exercise walking up the hills (added bonus this time around - not having to carry a million bags and a pram). Toilet facilities were satisfactory and food and beverage offerings were aptly located, just in time for a thirst quenching drink and ice lolly. The only down side was, the lockers were not that operational...I lost some money and it wouldn't lock for me. Perhaps get new reliable ones? Otherwise, an immensely fun packed day. Thank you Belfast Zoo for a memorable experience. Highly recommend.
· via Google
Really fantastic zoo with a huge range of animals. It was really quiet pribably as a rainy day in June, so felt like you had the whole zoo to yourself. The Treetops Café does great snacks too!
· via Google
People say this zoo offers a wide variety of animals, including penguins, sea lions, and lions, and provides opportunities for animal viewing. They also highlight the great play park for children, picnic tables throughout the area, and the friendly and knowledgeable staff.
Other reviews mention the zoo can be hilly.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Antrim Road, Belfast, BT36 7PN Get directions
- Category
- Zoos & Animal Parks
- Guest rating
- 4.3 / 5 (5,150 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Suggested visit
- 3-4 hours
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- Belfast