London Zoo and Aquarium
Enjoy a visit to the world class London Zoo and Aquarium in beautiful Regent's Park
The ZSL London Zoo is a place of many firsts. Opening in 1828, it is the oldest scientific zoo in the world. It started the world's first Reptile house in 1849. In 1853 it opened the first public Aquarium (the term aquarium originated from here) and in 1881, the first insect house. It also opened the first children's zoo in 1938.
The zoo is located at the northern end of Regent's Park. After struggling for financial support in the 1980s it was announced that the zoo would permanently close in 1991. This created a groundswell of public support and contributions, allowing the zoo to undergo major renovations and replace cages with enclosures that better represent the natural environments of the animals.
Today the London Zoo has a collection of nearly 750 different species of animal. These are exhibited in numerous different exhibit areas. These include the Animal Adventure, Asian Big Cats, the Aquarium, Blackburn (Bird) Pavilion, B.U.G.S, Butterfly Paradise, Rainforest Life, Giants of the Galapagos, Gorilla Kingdom, Komodo Dragons and, opening in the Spring of 2011, Penguin Beach
The London Zoo is involved in breeding programs for about 130 different species. It relies entirely on entrance fees, donations, memberships and sponsorships for all of its support./p>
For more information about the London Zoo as well opening times and admission charges visit their official website.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: Yes.London Zoo and Aquarium Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- 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
Address: Outer Cir, London NW1 4RY, UK
Phone: 0344 225 1826
Official Website: London Zoo and Aquarium
London Zoo and Aquarium Reviews
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What a wonderful day! Today we visited the zoo, and it turned out to be an experience we will never forget. As a birthday surprise, we had booked the Penguin Experience, and that alone was worth more than five stars!
A very big thank you to Masie and Susan!! From beginning to end, they made the entire experience truly unforgettable. They were incredibly friendly and took all the time in the world to share their knowledge and passion with us. We learned so much, we were allowed to help prepare the penguins’ food, feed them, and keep them entertained. Everything was done with the utmost respect for the animals.
We also gained great insight into how the zoo cares for its animals and how much attention is given to preserving their natural behavior and wellbeing. All we can say is: a huge congrats for so much love and dedication to both animals and people.
Beyond the experience itself, the zoo is absolutely lovely. Highly recommended for young and old, and for every animal lover out there.
Charlotte raepsaet - 3 months ago
The overall experience was okay. The zoo is well maintained and pleasant to walk around, but there weren’t as many animals as expected. Some exhibits felt a bit limited, and a few areas could use improvement to make the visit more engaging. Still, it’s an enjoyable place, especially for a relaxed day out, but there’s definitely room for enhancement.
viorica sofronea - 3 months ago
Great place to visit if you’re in London, especially if you enjoy animals and walking outdoors. The zoo is very clean, well organized, and the animals look well cared for. There’s a great variety of species, and the enclosures are spacious and nicely designed.
It’s located inside Regent’s Park, which makes the surroundings beautiful and relaxing. Perfect for spending a few hours exploring and taking photos.
Overall, a really enjoyable experience and definitely worth visiting while in London.
Carlos Rico - 3 months ago
Such an incredible zoo, we easily spent nearly all day here! It's spacious, modern, and has comfortable spaces to sit and enjoy some nature with shade. We loved seeing all the animals, many of which were very lively and easy to see. We especially loved seeing all the birds– they had such nice habitats and were exceedingly active, I think. Such a fun experience. I will say I found a lack of variety in the food offered, but that wasn't much of a bother.
Cat Lemer - 6 months ago
For me, it was an amazing experience, especially getting to know interesting facts about the animals. London Zoo offers a wide variety of species, including big cats, penguins, reptiles, birds, and many rare animals that are not easy to see up close. Each area is well organized, informative, and designed to help visitors understand the animals’ natural behaviors and habitats.
Interacting with the animals and watching them in such thoughtfully maintained enclosures was really cool and educational. What made the experience even better was the zoo staff. They were incredibly passionate, friendly, and knowledgeable, always willing to share insights, answer questions, and explain conservation efforts in a way that was easy to understand.
This is just my personal point of view, but I truly enjoyed my visit to London Zoo. It was both fun and informative, and I would love to go back again if I had the chance.
M.A.T.T - 4 months ago
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Directions
| Tube Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Line | Camden Town | 13 Minutes |
| Bakerloo Line | Regents Park | 20 Minutes |
| Circle, Bakerloo, Jubilee, Metropolitan, Harmmersmith & City Lines | Baker Street | 30 Minutes |
How to get to London Zoo and Aquarium by Tube
From Camden Town Station exit to your right and at the next crossroad bear left onto Parkway, follow it all the way to Prince Albert Road, go right and then left through the first gate just past the parking lot. Follow the pathway to the Outer Circle and go right following it west to the Zoo Entrance.
From Regent's Park Station simply follow the Outer Circle north along the east and then north edge of the park until you arrive at the Zoo entrance
From Baker Street Station take the #274 bus to Ormonde Terrace or, if you don't mind a 30 minute walk mostly through Regent's Park, exit the station, go right, walk to the end of Baker Street, cross Park Road, go left onto the outer circle path and follow it to the Zoo's entrance which will be on your right.
Note:You can also access the Zoo via Regent' Canal which passes through it via The London Waterbus.
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