Edinburgh Zoo is a non-profit organization located in the Scottish capital. The zoo is home to several endangered animal species like koalas, Sloths, Chimpanzees, and more. It is definitely one of the most popular tourist attractions and offers an unforgettable experience for all the animal lovers. It also hosts multiple events throughout the year that entertain the visitors and help them learn more about wildlife as well. This article brings you all the details you must know about the Edinburgh Zoo before you plan your next visit to Edinburgh. It includes important information about the exhibits as well as the upcoming events and the tickets.
Edinburgh Zoo Exhibits
The Edinburgh Zoo is home to a variety of exhibits from all around the world including various endangered species. Some of the main exhibits of the Edinburgh Zoo are given below.
Koala Territory
One of the major attractions of Edinburgh Zoo that brings millions of visitors every year is the Koala Territory. The Edinburgh Zoo has carefully designed the Koala exhibit to replicate the natural habitat of the species. The eucalyptus garden leads to an internal viewing area where you can enjoy watching the Koalas in their natural habitat.
Penguin Rock
Edinburgh Zoo is famous for being the first zoo in the world to actually house and breed penguins. A large outdoor enclosure exhibits a variety of Penguin species including the iconic Humboldt and Gentoo penguins. Visits can watch them waddle and swim in their natural habitat.
Tiger Tracks
The Tiger Track exhibit at Edinburgh Zoo features Sumatran tigers in an enclosure which is now three times bigger than the last. It includes a glass tunnel which allows the visitors of the zoo to walk through the dens of the tigers.
Capuchin Monkeys
The Capuchin Monkeys are often considered visitors’ favourites as these monkeys are pretty interactive. They are known for using tools in the wild as well as having a pretty complex social structure.
Chimpanzees
The visitors of the Edinburgh Zoo can also witness the behavioural research which is going on in collaboration with St Andrews University.
Edinburgh Zoo Upcoming Events
Following are a few upcoming events the Edinburgh Zoo will hold in the coming months. You can book your tickets for these events through the official website of the Zoo.
New Parent Social
New Parent Social is a monthly event which is held in the Edinburgh Zoo for new parents who wish to spend some time in the zoo as well as build a community. The event will feature various activities related to the animals and conservation work. The tickets for the event will cost you £8 per adult.
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Penguin Love Pebbles
Penguin Love Pebbles is another event which is currently being held in the Lemur Lodge of Edinburgh Zoo. Visitors can paint a pebble and leave it in a penguin enclosure. If you are lucky, one of the penguins might choose your pebble this breeding season. One pebble will cost you £3.
Sunrise Safari Tours
The Edinburgh Zoo is also conducting a morning Safari for the visitors starting from the 15th of February 2025. The one-hour-long tour will help you learn more about the wildlife as well as the conservation work. The tour will begin at 9 AM in the morning. The tickets for the tour will cost you £35 for adults, £25 for children, and £10 for members.
Tea and Talks
The zoo is also conducting small tea and talk events where the visitors can enjoy a talk with the RZSS team over brew. The event will be held at the stunning setting of the Mansion House at Edinburgh Zoo. The talk will begin at 11 AM in the morning. The event will cost you £35 for adults and £10 for the members.
Edinburgh Zoo Ticket Prices And Bookings
The visitors can purchase tickets for entry into the Edinburgh Zoo online or at the door. However, if you wish to avoid long lines for the tickets, online booking is recommended.
Following is a list of Edinburgh Zoo ticket prices under various categories.
- Adults: £26.50 online, £29.50 at the door
- Children (3-15): £17 online, £19 at the door
- Children Under 3: Free
- Concessions: £24 online, £27 at the door
The concessionary tickets are only for those visitors who are full-time students and have a valid student ID or the Young Scot Cards.
Remember, you do not need to buy a ticket if you have admission vouchers, complimentary tickets, adopter tickets, corporate tickets, reciprocal zoo membership, a blue Peter Badge, or a ticket from the zoo’s ticketing partner.
