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Colchester Zoo is one of the finest Zoos in Europe due to a constant programme of development and recently won the coveted "Large Visitor Attraction of the Year" Award from the East of England Tourist Board. With over 250 species to see, set in over 60 acres of beautiful parkland and lakes, Colchester Zoo is well worth a visit for a fun day out.
There is so much to see and do at Colchester Zoo, which provides fun for all the family. You can see sea lions swimming above your heads at 'Playa Patagonia', and see penguins swimming at Penguin Shores.
Don't miss the African zone where you can see our herd of 7 African elephants, including youngsters Kito and Jambo, plus Giraffes, Rhino, Zebras, Cheetah and much more!
Colchester Zoo also has some of the rarest big cats in the world. See the beautiful and critically endangered Amur leopards at Leopard Ark or the stunning Amur tigers at Tiger Taiga. 
Plus you can see the biggest lizards on Earth by visiting Dragons of Komodo which is home to young sisters Keli and Mutu. Their state of the art enclosure, the biggest of its kind in the UK, is a must to see with its replicated rain showers and retracting roof.
At Colchester Zoo you can also get closer to a whole range of animals during your visit, including the unique chance to help feed the elephants and giraffes yourself! You can also feed a selection of Farm Animals including sheep and goats, or if you are really brave have the chance to touch a reptile or creepy crawly in one of the many daily displays. 
With over 30 daily displays to choose from, 4 adventure play areas, 2 road trains and much more, Colchester Zoo is a seriously fun day out.
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Opening Times
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(2007 times)
Open daily except Christmas Day09:30 - 18:30 July and August 09:30 - 18:00 Easter - October, June and September 09:30 - 17:00 October - March (or dusk if earlier) |
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Admission Charges
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(2007 prices)
Adult £13.50; Child £7.50 (aged 3-14 inclusive); Senior Citizen £8.99; Registered Disabled: £4.99.
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Directions
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By bus: Eastern National 75 from Colchester bus station for Tiptree and Colchester Zoo. By train:Train station is just 10 minutes by taxi. |
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Nearby Attractions
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Layer Marney Tower
(3 Miles)*
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Bourne Mill
(3 Miles)*
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Coggeshall Grange Barn
(6 Miles)*
One of the oldest timber-framed Barns in Europe, dating from the 13th century. It was the barn of the Cistercian monastery of Coggeshall. |
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Nearby Hotels
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This modern hotel is situated close to Colchester with its extensive links to the Roman era. The elegant restaurant offers an extensive choice of cuisine complemented by an excellent wine list. |
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The Red Lion Hotel is an historical Grade I listed building (1465) located in the town centre of historic Colchester. The hotel is located in the town centre and has excellent transport links to the M11, M25, Stansted Airport, Cambridge and Harwich. |
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