National Conservation Zoo

Opening times today: 10am - 5pm (Last entry at 4pm)

THOUSANDS of amazing animals

Chester Zoo is home to thousands of animals, from towering giraffes to the tiniest of insects. Many of them are endangered, and the conservation breeding programmes we play a key role in are vital to the survival of species. Discover the amazing animals you can see here at the zoo.

Black Rhino Calf With Mother

More to discover

There's so much more to discover at the zoo than spectacular wildlife.

Sunken Garden
Plants and gardens

Explore our award-winning gardens and discover our passion for plants that not only make the zoo look beautiful, but also play a vital role in helping local wildlife.

Burger Chips Junes Food Court
Food and drink

Visiting the zoo can be hungry work! If you find yourself in need of something to eat you have plenty of choice, from quick snacks to restaurant meals.

Child On Slide Madagascar Play
Play areas

Let your little ones run wild in five different playgrounds – the perfect imaginative and stimulating spaces for your children to explore at the zoo.

A Sumatran tiger looking into the camera
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