Have a Fantastic Day Out

Fancy a fabulous day out with more than 8,000 amazing animals? You’re in the right place! We’re the UK’s top zoo, with 110 acres of award-winning enclosures and gardens to explore.

Getting Here

There are lots of ways to get here. We’re passionate about protecting the planet, so our favourites are by public transport or bike. (Cyclists get a 15% discount!)

Want to buy your tickets?

Opening Times

We’re open from 10am every day except Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Closing time depends on the season (full details here). Today’s closing time is shown bottom right of this page.

Daily Animal Talks

You can hear at least seven fun and fascinating animal talks every day from our experts. Find out more here.

Admission & Tickets

Book your tickets on our website and beat the queues!
Find out more
How To Get Here

All the directions you need to find us by train, bus, car or bike.
Find out more
Exploring The Zoo

We’ve made it easy to find your way around. Try the Monorail and Waterbus too!
Find out more
Eat, Drink, Refresh

There are plenty of food, drink and dining options around the Zoo
Find out more
Gifts & Souvenirs

Pop into one of our shops for a great range of wildlife-related toys, books and DVDs.
Find out more
Group Discounts

Get up to 30% off your admission if there are 15 or more of you.
Find out more
Plan Your Event

Oakfield Manor (in the zoo) makes a unique, beautiful venue for business events big and small.
Find out more
Where To Stay

Coming to the zoo as part of a short break? We’ve got some great hotel deals going.
Find out more
Accessibility

We’ve made the zoo as accessible as possible, so everyone can enjoy a great day out.
Find out more
Become a Ticket Agent

As a Chester Zoo agent, you can sell discounted tickets to your customers or club members.
Find out more