London Zoo

Overview

GET UP CLOSE TO WILDLIFE

Set in leafy Regent's Park amid heritage-listed buildings and beautiful gardens, London Zoo is an oasis in the heart of the capital with just under 15,000 amazing animals to discover.

The Zoo’s biggest experience, Land of the Lions, gives you the chance to get closer than ever before to the mighty Asiatic lions – of which only 400 remain in the wild. You can explore walkways covering the 2,500sqm Indian-themed exhibit.
Officially opened by HM Queen Elizabeth II and HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, in March 2016. It is designed to inform, inspire and excite wildlife lovers of all ages and promises to be an experience unlike any other.

Come face-to-face with one of nature’s most awesome predators in Tiger Territory, learn about the natural behaviours of Sumatran tigers and discover the conservation issues these creatures face in the wild.

You’ll love heading down to the beach to watch our colony of Humboldt penguins dive, swim, frolic and feed in England's largest penguin pool, complete with large underwater viewing windows. And step Into Africa to observe the elegance and grace of the giraffes before moving on to the magnificent residents of Gorilla Kingdom.

NEW: The Secret Life of Reptiles and Amphibians
Hop around the world and experience some of the rarest and most unique reptiles and amphibians on Earth, from the snake-eating king cobra to mountain chickens we're saving from the brink of extinction. With eight different habitats, the Secret Life of Reptiles of Amphibians is an educational tour spanning across the globe, stopping off in the dense rainforests of South America, mountain jungles in Asia and giant dormant volcanoes in the Cameroon.

NEW: Meet Shanti, Mali and Syanii
London Zoo's trio of lion cubs names have now been announced! Boys Mali and Syanii and girl Shanti were born here at London Zoo on 13 March 2024 to seven-year-old mum, Arya, and 14-year-old dad Bhanu.
Shanti, the female, is the smallest and smartest. She's very happy to pinch food from her brothers or even mum, and is always up for a wrestling session with her brothers.
Mali is the biggest of the three and doesn't always listen to mum Arya who always keeps one eye on him.
Syanii is the bulldozer of the group and will push his siblings out of the way to get to his food. He's also the nosiest and likes to make his presence known by practicing his roar - a loud mewing sound which will develop as he gets older.

CHRISTMAS AT LONDON ZOO (23 November 2024 - 5 January 2025)
23 November - 5 January
Join us at London Zoo for a unforgettable Christmas celebration filled with festive fun. Explore a 25ft Christmas tree decorated with sustainable materials and watch our animals enjoy their special Christmas treats! From lions to penguins, discover how we spread holiday cheer through enrichment activities for our animal residents. It's the perfect festive day out for families and little ones!

Christmas activities highlights:
• Christmas crafts for kids
• Pop up Santa
• Festive animal talks - 12 Animals of Christmas
• "Reindeer Rubbish Round Up" recycling challenge
• Elf post room
• Sweet treats and festive drinks
• Christmas snap



Usual Opening Hours
28 October 2024 - 14 February 2025: 10:00am - 4:00pm
15 February 2025 - 29 March 2025: 10:00am - 5:00pm

Last admission is one hour before advertised closing time.