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Chester Zoo

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Take a trip from Manchester to Chester Zoo, a fantastic attraction for all the family. Whats better than a day out to the zoo? Well how about getting to feed the animals. With Chester Zoo’s experience packages you can feed them, eat with them and even take care of them as a keeper for the day!

Chester Zoo is home to over 27,000 endangered and unusual animals based in beautiful, award-winning zoological gardens. With over 500 different animal species in the 128 acres of award-winning gardens, you’re sure to have a great day out full of adventure where you’ll feel empowered and inspired to create a better world for wildlife.

Bring your pride to see the incredible Asiatic lions in their savannah habitat. Take a trip to Madagascar and wander through the lemur walkthrough habitat, then explore the dense jungles of South-East Asia by boat, and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and smells of the Monsoon Forest.

Come and see some of the newest and cutest arrivals, with many making their very first appearances, from the critically endangered cotton-top tamarin to the incredibly rare dusky pademelon.

Stop for a bite at one of the many restaurants, cafes and kiosks located throughout the zoo! From classic family-friendly dishes to tasty street food.
If you’re looking for something extra special, our contemporary British pub The Oakfield, serves freshly prepared locally sourced food and hand-picked beers, wines and spirits – the perfect accompaniment to your zoo visit.

Join the Zoo Rangers for a jam-packed programme of talks and family-fun events to top up your knowledge of incredible animals across the globe! What’s more, we have plenty of playgrounds and activities to keep the kids (and the kids at heart) happy all day long!

Why not turn your zoo visit into an adventure and book one of their unique experiences that give you the opportunity to get even closer to the animals and plants with exclusive access and feeding activities? You’ll also gain behind-the-scenes knowledge from the zoo’s expert keepers.

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Opening Hours

Monday: 10:00 - 17:00

Tuesday: 10:00 - 17:00

Wednesday: 10:00 - 17:00

Thursday: 10:00 - 17:00

Friday: 10:00 - 17:00

Saturday: 10:00 - 17:00

Sunday: 10:00 - 17:00

Closed

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Chester Zoo

4.745715 reviews

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J D

a week ago

Tempted to say this is the best Zoo in the country! Amazing the amount on offer here. It is hard to fit into one day. I find it hard to go over all the attractions and animals to be honest. Just go ahead and visit! You won’t regret it!

Maria Wood

2 weeks ago

Wonderful conservation. A large place , so make sure you have a full day to experience all the wonderful animals. Enclosures are large and spacious. The areas are clean and well maintained. Worth a visit.

Mark Walmsley

a month ago

Large zoo, will take several hours to get around. For mobility users it is advised to phone in advance if you need a wheel chair. For scooters, you need to phone a few weeks ahead. Great adventure and much to do about the area, plenty of smoking, rest and play areas. The toilets are pretty modern and clean. Food and drinks available throughout Zoo. Don't forget to do the free boat ride.

Danny W

3 months ago

Visited on a Saturday and arrived right as the gates opened. Surprisingly, it wasn’t too busy at that time despite it being the weekend, which made for a very relaxed start to the day. The zoo itself is absolutely massive — it’s a long walk to get around, and honestly, one day probably isn’t enough to fully explore everything in detail. There are so many animals and enclosures to see that it could easily take multiple visits to take it all in. Some of the real highlights for us were the Snow Leopard, Red Panda, and the Lemurs. A few of the enclosures are designed to be very open and free-roaming, which was fantastic to experience up close — the butterfly house, bat enclosure, and lemur walkthroughs were particularly memorable. Unfortunately, the flamingo and other bird exhibits were closed during our visit as a precaution due to avian flu, but that’s understandable and didn’t take away from the overall experience. If you’re planning a visit, definitely make sure to wear comfortable shoes. You’ll be doing a lot of walking over a variety of terrains, and a good pair of shoes makes all the difference. There are plenty of spots throughout the zoo for a picnic, and I highly recommend bringing a packed lunch — while there are food options on-site, they can be a bit pricey. For families, there are lots of activities and interactive areas for kids to enjoy, so it’s a great place for all ages. Entry to the park is on the expensive side, so it’s worth making the most of the day once you’re there. We stayed for the full opening hours from 10am to 6pm and still felt like we could have seen even more! Overall, it was a fantastic day out with plenty of unique and rare animals to see, and I’d definitely recommend it to anyone who loves wildlife and nature.

Octavian Beleiu

a week ago

It was our first time visiting this place. Firstly, I would like to say that is a fun place for kids but a little bit to expensive (I was unhappy about the prices on the tokens and I've also seen parents walking away with their kids crying, because of that). Secondly, the food was brilliant from the restaurant situated at the entrance but me personally I was annoyed by the fact that I had to download an app to be able to order food (plus, I needed to accept my location while ordering). Lastly, I would suggest to the management not to sell tickets blindly as it was too crowded, and it feels as soon as you get inside that it is just a roller coaster of money taker. Therefore, our baby was happy, but overall, it was a little bit too expansive.