Edinburgh Zoo
Address: 134 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, EH12 6TS
Edinburgh Zoo is the largest wildlife attraction in Scotland and a leading centre for conservation, education and research. It’s home to over a thousand rare and endangered animals and offers a busy programme of daily activities. A great day out for all the family. Situated in the Corstorphine area to the west of the city centre, you can get there easily by regular buses from Princes Street.
The zoo has been open since 1913. It is owned and run by the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland and it is the only zoo in the UK with a Royal Charter. You’ll find penguins, monkeys, apes, rhinos, zebra, koalas, wallabies, lemurs, wildcats, lions, tigers, birds, fish and reptiles. Along with its animal attractions, Edinburgh Zoo offers keeper experiences, various workshops and other events.
5 things to do at Edinburgh Zoo
- Meet the animals. The zoo has over 2,500 animals from around the world, including giraffes, koalas and sloths.
- Watch the famous daily Penguin Parade, where penguins take a stroll outside their enclosure.
- Attend daily talks where zookeepers feed the animals and share fascinating facts about them.
- Let the children burn off some energy in the fun, animal-themed play area.
- Explore the gift shop and pick up a souvenir to remember your visit by.
