London Zoo's spectacular reptile relocation | London Zoo (2024)

FAQs

Why are London Zoo tickets so expensive? ›

Our admission revenue is spent on improving the exhibits at our zoos, as well as funding our conservations projects here and in 30 countries.

How much time do you need at London Zoo? Recommended visiting time for the London Zoo is around two to three hours, depending on how many animals or exhibits you hope to see.

We also undertake crucial conservation work here in our zoos – from reintroducing the smallest snails, to breeding and caring for critically endangered Sumatran tigers, through to advancing knowledge to help with global field conservation which includes protecting wild rhino in Africa.

Our ticket prices vary at each Zoo and throughout the year, you can see the prices on our booking page. Online prices are always better value than buying on the gate.

London Zoo is a great place to visit whether you're a family, couple or a solo visitor. All of the staff are very helpful and kind, answering questions you may have and helping people if they need directions.

World's oldest scientific zoo

For almost 20 years only fellows of the Society were allowed to access the Zoo for scientific study, until the doors were opened to the public in 1847 to help funding.

A place to call home. Home to 698 species of animals, with 20,166 individuals, London Zoo stretches over 36 acres in Regents Park.

The number of visits to the ZSL London Zoo in the United Kingdom increased sharply in 2023 over the previous year, recovering from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Overall, the number of visits to the tourist attraction reached around 1.3 million in 2023, the highest figure reported over the period considered.

A London Zoo spokesperson told the PA news agency there have been five incidents where animals, all birds, temporarily escaped from its grounds during the past four years. Three involved striated caracaras – birds of prey – escaping in March this year, June 2019 and January 2018. A barn owl flew off in July this year.

Does the London Zoo have elephants? ›

There are no longer elephants at London Zoo, but a herd lives at our sister Zoo Whipsnade, which is the biggest Zoo in the UK. This herd of elephants live in the newly built Centre for Elephant Care, which was custom built to provide the perfect home for the breeding group.

Great Discounts: Your tickets to ZSL London Zoo come for an attractive price of £29.92. You can get special discounts if you are a student and on bulk bookings. Advance Booking: Plan ahead of time and reserve your tickets beforehand.

Zoos are incredibly unique businesses, as they typically feature unique animals that have very distinct rules and regulations surrounding their captivity. For this reason, the economics of zoos is heavily muddied, as they involve major costs like park upkeep, national fees and more.

Only full price tickets are available to buy at the gate, so please do not travel to the zoo without a ticket even if you are eligible for reduced price entry.

The best time to visit ZSL London Zoo is typically on weekdays during the off-peak season or during early mornings when the animals are more active, allowing you to enjoy a less crowded and immersive experience.