There are several play areas around the zoo, designed to allow children to have fun in a safe environment. Please ensure that your children are supervised at all times.
What does Edinburgh Zoo have?
Edinburgh Zoo is home to over 1,000 rare and beautiful animals from around the world and home to the UK’s only giant pandas and koalas. Home to over 1,000 rare and endangered animals, including the UK’s only giant pandas. RZSS Edinburgh Zoo is packed with fun and un-zoo-sual things to do.
Has Edinburgh Zoo got a car park?
Please note, as we are a city zoo, our car parking spaces are limited and only available on a first come, first served basis. Our car park is currently free to use and has been very popular, which means it can fill up early in the day, especially during busier periods such as school holidays.
Is Edinburgh Zoo the only zoo with pandas?
Scotland will remain home to the UK’s only giant pandas for two more years following an agreement to extend their stay with the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s Edinburgh Zoo.
How long does it take to see everything at Edinburgh Zoo?
3 to 4 hours
The Zoo covers a large area with some hilly aspects. Certainly a good 3 to 4 hours allows you time to see everything and grab some refreshments.
Is Edinburgh Zoo hard to walk?
Very hilly, which may make it difficult for those who struggle with mobility.
Does Edinburgh Zoo have an aquarium?
The reef tank in our Wee Beasties exhibit is home to a variety of marine animals. Coral reefs play an important part in the ocean ecosystem and support over 25% of all marine life on our planet. Corals are found all over the world from warm tropical seas to deep cold waters.
How much is it to park at Edinburgh Zoo?
All car park users will need to take a ticket from the barriers on arrival and have this validated to exit the car park without paying full price (£10) at the machine.
Car parking – FREE until 31 August.
| Car Park | £3.00 |
|---|---|
| RZSS Member | Free |
| Coaches (or free by arrangement) | £20.00 |
Can you just turn up at Edinburgh Zoo?
No – the only booking slot you need is for entry into the zoo. Once you’re in, there is a free flow system in place and staff are on hand in busy areas where we have to limit numbers. You may have a short wait for your turn in the best viewing spot, but do not have to book a specific time for panda or giraffe viewing.
Does Edinburgh Zoo have elephants?
very good but no Elephants, giraffes or hippos – Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh Traveller Reviews – Tripadvisor.
Do you pay extra to see the pandas at Edinburgh Zoo?
No, all included in the main entrance fee. Check on the zoo website to see if you need to book a time slot to see them, we did not need to and stayed in the viewing area for as long as we wanted.
Are the pandas leaving Edinburgh Zoo?
Yang Guang and Tian Tian arrived in Edinburgh in December 2011 as part of a 10-year arrangement between the wildlife conservation charity and the China Wildlife Conservation Association. The pair will now return to China at the end of 2023.
Does Edinburgh Zoo still do the Penguin Parade?
In line with government guidance, Penguin Parade and our other keeper talks are currently postponed as part of a wide range of safety measures in place to protect our visitors and staff.
How long do people normally spend at Edinburgh Zoo?
At least 6 hours needed to gently take time going round. With children 4 hours is adequate. over a year ago.
Where are the dinosaurs at Edinburgh Zoo?
zoo hilltop
Dinosaurs! at Edinburgh Zoo will launch on 1 April, complete with a 40ft long t-rex and 65ft tall brachiosaurus. The wildlife conservation charity’s zoo hilltop will be home to over 20 animatronic dinosaurs for visitors to discover.
What animals Can you see at Edinburgh Zoo?
- Asiatic Lion. Asian lion (Panthera leo persica) originally had large populations across southwest Asia.
- Azara’s Agouti. Azara’s agoutis (Dasyprocta azarae) are a species of rodent found in Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay.
- Banteng.
- Binturong.
- Black Stork.
- Brown Capuchin Monkey.
- Buff-cheeked gibbons.
- Chilean Flamingo.
Is Edinburgh Zoo OK in the rain?
Wet weather and indoor activities
Our 11 indoor animal housing areas and six sheltered observation areas ensure that even on a rainy day, a trip to the zoo is an enthralling experience.
Is Edinburgh Zoo big?
Set in over 82 acres of wooded hillside, Edinburgh Zoo is home to over 2,500 amazing and endangered animals.
Is there a bus inside Edinburgh Zoo?
The 26 Service connects communities from the west of the city to East Lothian. It has become known locally as the “Zoo bus” as it drops thousands of customers at the entrance of RZSS Edinburgh Zoo.
Has Edinburgh Zoo got a baby panda?
Keepers at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) have captured the first pictures of an eight-week-old endangered red panda kit at Edinburgh Zoo.
Do you have to book to see the pandas at Edinburgh Zoo?
> Do I need to book tickets to see the giant pandas? There is currently no requirement to pre-book a viewing time slot for pandas.