Can you drive and park at London Zoo?
Can you drive and park at London Zoo? London Zoo's car park is on Outer Circle, Regent's Park – plus we're outside of the congestion charging zone. Sat nav: NW1 4SX. For more details including parking charges please see full parking information.
How many hours do you need for London Zoo?
How much time do you need at London Zoo? Recommended visiting time for the London Zoo is around two to three hours, depending on how many animals or exhibits you hope to see.
Is London Zoo one of the biggest?
London Zoo – World's Oldest Scientific Zoo Opened to general public in 1847, this animal abode accommodates 16,000 animals in just 36 acres of land. This is one of the biggest zoos in the world!
What age is London Zoo for?
The Zoological Society of London is a charity devoted to the worldwide conservation of animals and their habitats. It was founded in 1826. Since 1828, it has maintained London Zoo, and since 1931 Whipsnade Zoo.
What tube station is the London Zoo on?
Camden Town station (Northern Line) is the nearest Underground station to the Zoo.
Are there elephants at London Zoo?
There are no longer elephants at London Zoo, but a herd lives at our sister Zoo Whipsnade, which is the biggest Zoo in the UK. This herd of elephants live in the newly built Centre for Elephant Care, which was custom built to provide the perfect home for the breeding group.
Can I just turn up at London Zoo?
Our ticket prices vary at each Zoo and throughout the year, you can see the prices on our booking page. Online prices are always better value than buying on the gate. Can I buy tickets when I arrive? Yes, although please note prices are higher if you buy on the gate.
Can you take water into London Zoo?
Yes, you can bring your own food. There are open-air picnic areas at both Zoos and outdoor tables. We kindly ask everyone, whether bringing their own food or buying food on site, to help our staff and please dispose of all waste in bins provided.
Why don t London Zoo have elephants?
Zoos in the UK are already making changes. London, Bristol and Edinburgh Zoos no longer keep elephants because they recognise that they cannot provide suitable enclosures. Going further still is Howletts Wild Animal Park in Kent, south east England.
Why is London Zoo so famous?
Oldest in the world. Founded in 1826 by the Zoological Society of London, the ZSL London Zoo was originally built to keep animals for scientific research. It was the creation of Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles who is also famous for the founding of Singapore (and the famous Raffles Hotel).