Make room for
a little wonder.

Opening times

All times are local to London.

24 October 2026 – 12 February 2027

10:00–16:00 · Every dayLast entry 15:00. Closed Christmas Day

13 February – 25 March 2027

10:00–17:00 · Every dayLast entry 16:00

From 26 March 2027

10:00–18:00 · Every dayLast entry 17:00

Allow time to explore before closing. Your ticket shows your date and entry time.

Finding the zoo

London Zoo is on the Outer Circle of Regent’s Park, with its main entrance facing the park.

• By Underground: Camden Town and Chalk Farm (Northern line) are each about a 16 to 18-minute walk; from Baker Street, take the 274 bus.
• By bus or car: the 274 stops on Prince Albert Road at the zoo and the 88 on Albany Street nearby; the zoo’s car park is on the Outer Circle (sat nav NW1 4SX), outside the congestion charge zone but inside the ULEZ.
• Before arrival: leave time for the journey and entry checks so you are ready for your booked slot.

Useful stops along the way

Facilities can change through the year. Visitors can usually expect:

• Accessible toilets around the zoo, and a Changing Places toilet at Animal Adventure.
• Indoor viewing areas for most enclosures, for cold or wet days.
• Picnic tables throughout the zoo; you are welcome to bring your own food.
• The Terrace Restaurant (11:30–14:30) and the Barista Bar, open until the zoo closes.

Dress for the weather, as many animals live outdoors, and leave large bags at home: bags are checked at the entrance. Ask staff about current arrangements when you arrive.

A visit that works for you

London Zoo is nearly 200 years old and has 12 listed buildings, but most of it is accessible for wheelchair users and visitors with limited mobility. Some paths are uneven, most buildings have level or ramped access, and the slopes down to the zoo’s two tunnels are steep. Wheelchairs and two mobility scooters can be hired; book them ahead. Assistance dogs are welcome under the zoo’s conditions, with a short briefing on arrival.

• Check arrangements for your particular mobility or access needs before travelling.
• Pushchairs can be hired from the gift shop, and children’s scooters are allowed if an adult supervises.
• Ask zoo staff for assistance or directions during your visit.

Enjoy the zoo thoughtfully

• Keep to the visitor paths, walk rather than run, and supervise children.
• Never feed the animals, and follow keepers’ and staff guidance at every enclosure.
• Smoking and vaping are not allowed, and dogs are not permitted except assistance dogs under the zoo’s conditions.
• Commercial photography and filming, including product promotion, need permission.
• Follow the signs and staff guidance, including any restrictions in the exhibition spaces.

A little care helps keep the animals calm and the zoo pleasant for everyone.

Make time for a pause

The Terrace Restaurant serves eat-in and takeaway meals from 11:30 to 14:30, and the Barista Bar beside it serves coffee from 10:00 until the zoo closes.

• Stop for breakfast, lunch, a hot drink or refreshments nearby.
• Leave room in your plans to sit down and enjoy the setting.
• Check opening hours and menus on the day; food and drinks are purchased separately.

You are welcome to bring a picnic: there are tables throughout the zoo.

A few details worth planning

• Book ahead: choose the date, time and places you want to visit before making other plans.
• Keep your QR ticket ready: save it on your phone or bring a printed copy, with any proof needed for reduced admission.
• Start in the right place: arrive any time from the time on your ticket until last entry, and allow a few minutes for bag checks at the entrance.
• Dress for exploring: comfortable shoes, a waterproof layer and a charged phone make the day easier.
• Leave space to linger: allow most of a day, and check the times of the daily talks when you arrive.