UK / Scotland / Midlothian
Edinburgh Zoo
134 Corstorphine Road, Corstorphine, Edinburgh, EH12 6TS
Have an unforgettable day out at Edinburgh Zoo, home of the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) and over 2,500 incredible animals from around the world!
Set in over 82 acres of wooded hillside, the zoo is open seven days a week and is a gateway to the natural world, where you can experience nature, learn about the challenges facing wildlife and discover how our wildlife conservation charity harnesses the unique power of the RZSS family to save animals from extinction.
Opening Times
April - September
10.00 - 18.00
October and March
10.00 - 17.00
November - February
10.00 - 16.00
Christmas Day – Closed
Prices
Walk up prices
Adult
£24.25
Child (3-15 years)
£15.25
Child (Under 3)
FREE
Consession**
£22.00
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Adult
£22.50
Child (3-15 years)
£14.25
Child (Under 3)
FREE
Concession
£20.45
Parking
Car Park
£3.00
RZSS Member
FREE
Coaches (or free by arrangement)
£20.00
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.
Facilities
Café
Car Parking
Picnic Site
Baby Changing
Disabled Access
Toilets
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