Edinburgh Zoo

Edinburgh Zoo is owned by The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS). The Society was founded in March 1909, and the Zoo opened in July 1913.

About Edinburgh Zoo

	134 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh West EH12 6TS
	01313349171
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Listed Under Attractions - Nature Reserves / Attractions - Days Out / Attractions - Visitor Centres

Set in 82 acres of sloping parkland, the Zoo is situated three miles to the west of Edinburgh city centre.

Apart from getting close to over 1,000 rare and endangered animals, there are many different ways to enjoy your day out.

You can experience a busy programme of educational events and activities - ranging from keeper talks through to hands-on animal encounters - and a wide-range of eating experiences, several play areas and a fantastic gift shop.

Opening Hours:
9.00am to 6.00pm April - September
9.00am to 5.00pm October & March
9.00am to 4.30pm November - February

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Upcoming Events at Edinburgh Zoo

Family and Kids

The Very Hungry Caterpillar™

5th April 2025 - 1st June 2025

Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh West

Step into the enchanting world of Eric Carle's beloved story, The Very Hungry Caterpillar™, brought to life across the grounds of Edinburgh Zoo!

Family and Kids

Friday Friends

25th April 2025 - 20th June 2025

National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh Old Town

Our Friday Friends programme offers a welcoming space for visually impaired and D/deaf children and their families.

Shopping

Spring Market

10th May 2025 - 11th May 2025

Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh West

Make sure to stop by Lemur Lodge to visit our Spring Market at Edinburgh Zoo!

Workshops

Nature Photography Workshop

Selected dates between 26th June 2025 - 2nd September 2025

Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh West

Join renowned professional photographer Laurie Campbell for these Nature Photography Workshops at Edinburgh Zoo!

Family and Kids

Summer CAT

30th June 2025 - 25th July 2025

Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh West

Summer CAT is based out of Edinburgh Zoo’s Wildlife Garden where children spend all day outside getting mucky and getting hands on with conservation!

Family and Kids

RZSS Summer School

30th June 2025 - 25th July 2025

Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh West

Discover amazing animals and cultures from around the world and connect with nature at the RZSS Summer School at Edinburgh Zoo!

Family and Kids

Autumn Explorers

14th October 2025 - 16th October 2025

Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh West

Edinburgh Zoo's Autumn Explorer programme returns in 2025. It's a great opportunity to introduce your children to the wonderful world of wildlife at Edinburgh Zoo!

Family and Kids

Edinburgh Zoo Giant Lanterns

14th November 2025 - 22nd February 2026

Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh West

Edinburgh Zoo’s award-winning Giant Lanterns event is back this winter for the first time in six years.

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