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Edinburgh Zoo is part of the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland, a registered charity. The aim is: "to inspire and excite our visitors with the wonder of living animals, and so to promote the conservation of threatened species and habitats."
Edinburgh Zoo opened in 1913, in leafy hillside parkland just ten minutes from the centre of Edinburgh. Recognised as one of the world's leading zoos, it is involved in many conservation breeding programmes, and gives the highest priority to the welfare, both physical and behavioural, of the animals in its care.
The Zoo is only 10 minutes from the city centre and is home to over 1,000 animals. Our residents include tigers, rhinos, sun bears, the UK's only koalas and Europes largest chimpanzee enclosure Budongo Trail. Don't forget to see the world famous daily penguin parade!
Take a ride on our Hilltop safari or enjoy a selection of food from our cafes and kiosks offering a wide range of snacks and meals to help keep your energy levels up. Plus don't forget to visit our gift shop which offers a range of toys, fairtrade and eco-friendly gifts.
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Opening Times
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(2011 times)
Open every day of the year - even Christmas Day! - from 9.00am and close at the following times:April-September: 6.00pm October and March: 5.00pm, November-February: 4.30pm. Please note last entry is 1 hour before closing time. |
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Admission Charges
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(2011 prices)
Adult £15.50; Child (age 3-14) £11.00; Child under 3 Free; Senior Citizen £13.00 Family (2 Adults + 2 Children) £47.70. Group discount available. Car Park £4.00 Coaches Free by arrangement. |
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Directions
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By Train: There are two trains stations in Edinburgh city, Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh Haymarket Station. From these stations the buses listed below will take you to Edinburgh Zoo. By Bus: Lothian Buses from Princes Street, Edinburgh city centre: 12, 26, 31. X48 Ingliston Park and Ride, 100 Airlink. Citylink services: 900 Glasgow to Edinburgh, 909 Stirling to Edinburgh, 904 East Kilbride to Edinburgh. By Car: From the south - on the A1, A68 or A702 When you reach the City Bypass (A720) turn left, following signs for Edinburgh north and west. Follow the by-pass for 13 miles (from the A1), 11 miles (from the A68) or 6 miles (from the A702) until the end of the bypass. At the huge Gogarburn roundabout, take the right hand lane, and turn right, following signs for Edinburgh city centre (A8). Follow this road for approx 2.5 miles, going through Corstorphine. The Zoo is on your left, with the car park entrance just between the Zoo and the Holiday Inn. From the south west - on the A70 Approaching Edinburgh, at the village of Currie, turn left at the Post Office following signs for Hermiston and Heriot Watt University. Follow this road for 1.5 miles, then turn right onto the A71 towards the city centre for a further 1.5 miles. At the first roundabout, turn left onto the City Bypass (A720) and head north for 2 miles. At the huge Gogarburn roundabout, take the right hand lane, and turn right, following signs for Edinburgh city centre (A8). Follow this road for approx 2.5 miles, going through Corstorphine. The Zoo is on your left, with the car park entrance just between the Zoo and the Holiday Inn. From the south west - on the A71 Heading towards Edinburgh, turn left onto the City Bypass (A720) following signs for Edinburgh north. Follow this for 2 miles, until the end of the bypass. At the huge Gogarburn roundabout, take the right hand lane, and turn right, following signs for Edinburgh city centre (A8). Follow this road for approx 2.5 miles, going through Corstorphine. The Zoo is on your left, with the car park entrance just between the Zoo and the Holiday Inn. From the west - on the M8 Travelling east on the M8, leave the motorway at Junction 1 onto the City Bypass (A720). Follow this for 1.5 miles, until the end of the bypass at the huge Gogarburn roundabout. Take the right hand lane, and turn right, following signs for Edinburgh city centre (A8). Follow this road for approx 2.5 miles, going through Corstorphine. The Zoo is on your left, with the car park entrance just between the Zoo and the Holiday Inn. From the airport - on the A8 Follow signs for Edinburgh city centre, turning left onto the A8. On the dual carriageway, take the right hand land for City Centre, and follow the underpass at the huge Gogarburn roundabout. Follow this road for approx 3 more miles, going through Corstorphine. The Zoo is on your left, with the car park entrance just between the Zoo and the Holiday Inn. From the north west - on the M9 Leave the motorway at Junction 1, following signs for the Airport (A8). On the dual carriageway, take the right hand land for City Centre, and follow the underpass at the huge Gogarburn roundabout. Follow this road for approx 3 more miles, going through Corstorphine. The Zoo is on your left, with the car park entrance just between the Zoo and the Holiday Inn. From the north, Forth Road Bridge - on the M90 Continue on the A90 towards Edinburgh city centre, for 5 miles. At the Cramond roundabout, turn right onto the A902 for a further 1.5 miles. At the Maybury Junction, turn left onto the A8 following signs for city centre. Follow this road for a further 2 miles, going through Corstorphine. The Zoo is on your left, with the car park entrance just between the Zoo and the Holiday Inn. |
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Edinburgh Zoo Postcode for SatNav: EH12 6TS |
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Nearby Attractions
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Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art
(2 Miles)*
The Gallery contains Scotland's finest collection of 20th-century painting, sculpture and graphic art. There is a sculpture garden and beautiful leafy grounds. |
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Dean Gallery
(2 Miles)*
The gallery has an extensive collection of Dada and Surrealist art including works by Dalí, Duchamp, Ernst, Magritte, Man Ray and Miró. |
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Lauriston Castle
(2 Miles)*
A country mansion situated five miles west of the city centre, it stands in extensive grounds overlooking the Firth of Forth. |
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