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Chester Zoo
Chester Zoo
Chester Zoo
Chester Zoo
Chester Zoo
Chester Zoo
Chester Zoo
Manchester
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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
Closed
Sunday: 10:00 - 17:00

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Chester Zoo

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Rich Conlon

a month ago
Had a really nice time, despite it raining most of the day! All of the staff were helpful amd friendly. The lion enclosure was closed as they have recently had 2 new arrivals and they are all making friends - a shame but cant be helped. The weather meant some of the animals stayed under shelter but that is nobodies fault and just how it is. All of the animals have good areas to live in and are clearly very well looked after. There are several building where you can walk through and the birds or butterflies are literally flying around - this was awesome!!!! What is crazy is that some of bats are flying by your head, are bigger than your head!!!! 😳 There are plenty of places to eat and drink. Be prepared to do lots of walking!! This place is MASSIVE!!!! There are 4 animals areas which lots of animal habitats in each area. Wear good footwear!!! A great day out and I definitely would like to return on a non rainy day.

Jessica Thomas

a week ago
We did the lanterns and lights with our 11 month old and it was incredible, so good we've booked to go back in a couple of weeks. Would highly recommend for kids...(Or just adults!)

B S

2 weeks ago
Went to see the Christmas lanterns, had been waiting for 3 years and luckily managed to fit this in. This lantern special goes all the way to the 3rd of Jan 2026, ticket prices vary depending on the time so adult peak is £26, with a standard dropping £22.50, and off peak £19, child (3-16) peak £19 dropping to £17, off peak £12, and toddler (1-2) to free as are carers, note a full paying adult or child tickets needs to be paid to acess the carer ticket. Use location CH2 1EU on Google maps. Got there and was directed by several people to the parking area. There are plenty of disabled parking spaces at the front. After passing the scanners obtained a mobility scooter, you leave your details and pay a fully refundable deposit, obviously depending upon the condition of the scooter on return. There are also wheelchairs. It was a one way system, easily walkable for the able, taking about 60 minutes to complete the tour. There was so much to see and it wasn't too crowded. At the time of booking you add the time slot that you're going to visit, this time is not set in stone, we were about 30 mins late and initially panicking that we would not be let in but that wasn't the case. So much to see and it is lovely, dress up for winter because it did get cold! Definitely recommend this place. Very clean and plenty of staff, toilets and eateries within the zoo.

Rachael Lloyd

2 weeks ago
Always a great visit. This time we did the Elephant House Tour. It was amazing. Our guide Katie was so knowledgeable & obviously truly loved her job. Highly recommend.

Charlotte Knight

a month ago
We had an amazing family day out. So much to see (impossible to see in one day). Plenty of cafes, restaurants and clean toilets all around the zoo. Also plenty of benches to sit on when you need a break. We will definitely visit again

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Saturday 10:00 - 17:00
  • 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
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Business Info

  • Chester CH2 1LE, UK
  • +44 (0) 1244 380280
  • guest.services@chesterzoo.org
  • www.chesterzoo.org
  • www.facebook.com/chesterzoo1
  • www.instagram.com/chesterzoo
  • twitter.com/chesterzoo
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