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Edinburgh Zoo welcomes virtual visitors with new interactive feature

Edinburgh zoo, home of the royal zoological society of scotland (rzss), one of europe’s leading centres of conservation, education and research, has launched a new virtual tour experience..

Article Source: RZSS Edinburgh Zoo Last Updated: 20 May 2022 14:50

The interactive video allows users to tour, view and meet some of the animals and zookeepers at the 82-acre attraction, without having to be on site. Virtual visitors can explore the zoo, including getting up close to fascinating exhibits such as penguins, meerkats and giraffes. Expert members of the wildlife conservation charity’s team provide interesting insight and commentary about the animals featured. The interactive feature has been created in collaboration with video producer, Colada Creative, and leading global video platform, Vimeo. Laura Moore, communications manager at RZSS said: “As a wildlife conservation charity working with rare and endangered species from around the world, this new feature will offer a special new insight into the work that takes place here at Edinburgh Zoo. “The video was initially shared with our valued members and supporters and is now live on our website for animal and wildlife fans from around the world to learn more about the species and connect with nature from the comfort of their own home. “It will give people a great insight into the lives of some of our amazing animals and team and we hope it will act as a gateway for people who can’t visit the zoo or inspire more people to come and visit us in person.” Edinburgh Zoo, which sits just three miles to the west of the city, is home to more than 1,000 rare and endangered animals and welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. However, with the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, the zoo has looked into other ways to reach its supporters and share the stories of the animals on site. Director at Colada Creative, Jack Brodie said: “Video has become a useful tool for tourist attractions throughout the past two year but, as we return to relatively normal life, it’s great to see brands like Edinburgh Zoo use video, and particularly interactive video, as an ongoing addition to its on-site experience. “It means that whether someone is in Essex or Edinburgh, they are able to get up close to the action at the zoo and even experience some things that visitors on site can’t see.” To find out more about Edinburgh Zoo and experience the interactive video feature visit www.edinburghzoo.org.uk

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Stuck at home with kids and going kooky? This epic list of virtual zoo tours and aquariums from around the world will (hopefully) provide kids with a few hours of entertainment, and grownups with a smidge of regained sanity.

Things are completely berserk right now – not gonna lie. But, you have to admit that living through a global pandemic in the 21st century really ain’t all that bad. I mean, on the bright side, we have the Internet, liquor stores and an infinite online catalogue of hilarious memes to keep us entertained.

Fellow parents, this enlightening virtual zoo and aquariums post aims to create an ‘occupation’ for the kids so that us poor souls can quietly resume watching Tiger King or scrolling through funny quarantine videos on Tik Tok.

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Alright, folks. Whip out your VR goggles or get the TV ready for casting – we are about to embark on a whirlwind trip around the world to experience the best aquariums and virtual zoo tours on all four corners of the planet. Best of all.. You won’t even have to lift a finger. Okay, maybe just one finger for clicking.

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18 Best Virtual Zoos & Aquariums in the World

Strap on your ‘seatbelts’ and virtual reality headset (if you own a pair), we’re about to take you on a wild ride through four continents to experience a string of virtual field trips to the zoo and aquariums like you’ve never experienced before.

North America: Virtual Zoo Tours & Aquariums

Home to world-class zoos and one of the most remarkable aquariums we’ve ever set foot inside *ahem* Georgia Aquarium, North America is one virtual trip you have to take to ogle at pandas, Beluga whales and even piranhas via 24-hour live cams.

San Diego Zoo

If there’s one virtual zoo trip to place on top of your online ‘travel’ bucket list – it’s San Diego Zoo.

Slide into their live cams to take a peek at the daily shenanigans of tigers, elephants, baboons and more adorable four-legged fur friends that will steal your hearts away.

But wait, guys. There’s more to your San Diego Zoo virtual tour and online experience. Way more. Ensure that you pop a visit to the dedicated kids’ section of the website for a myriad of animal-focused learning activities, art and crafts video tutorials, home experiment ideas and educational games.

Oh, and if you have a VR headset handy, now’s the time to pop them over your head and check into their YouTube channel to immerse yourselves in 360º videos, like this one of giant tortoises eating watermelon.

Atlanta Zoo

In need of a cute animal fix that’s not your own household pet? Atlanta Zoo has got you covered with their world-famous live PandaCam . Meet the ridiculously adorable panda twins, Ya Lun and Xi Lun, who are melting hearts across the globe with their playful antics and just all-round cuteness.

Don’t forget to swing by their Facebook page to experience what basically feels like virtual field trips to the zoo, featuring regular keeper talks and behind-the-scenes insight into animals and their diets and lifestyle.

The website also offers a host of fun activities and lessons that support ‘at home learning’, like animal arts and crafts, backyard bingo and a storybooks packed with hands-on activities.

TIP: Download the WILDEVERSE mobile game, which features real-life characters from Atlanta Zoo. Transform your home into a digital jungle and embark on research quests and missions to find endangered apes. 

Cincinnati Zoo

Hopping over a couple of states north to Ohio, we’re going to spring into Cincinnati Zoo to meet the world’s most famous hippopotamus, Fiona. Follow this immersive virtual zoo tour to get a feel of the space, exhibits and animals.

Swing by their Facebook page to tune into The Fiona Show where you can watch videos of her birth and follow her astonishing progress and growth. She’s the only hippo ever to survive an almost 2-month premature birth.

They also host daily virtual safari live streams, in which you can learn all about the zoo’s resident animals, including their diets, personalities and lifestyles.

Toronto Zoo

Slip into your down jackets because I’m about to beam you further up to the chillier regions of the northern hemisphere. Ready? Get set. Click away.

Explore Toronto Zoo’s YouTube channel to get up close and personal to mighty grizzly bears,  fluffy white Arctic foxes, lynxes, and even Masai giraffes.

If you’re keen to experience a virtual zoo trip to this beautiful destination, take a look at this complete walkthrough which lets viewers enjoy the zoo on a snowy winter day.

Georgia Aquarium

Yes. We’re parents and.. yes, we love to travel, so I can safely say that we’ve been to a crapload of aquariums around the world. If there isn’t an aquarium on our city itinerary, then something has gone horribly wrong in the planning process.

Of all the aquariums we have visited, none have, so far, compared to Georgia Aquarium. Not even close. If you’re an aquarium nut like we are – you need to put a  physical visit to this spectacular place on your travel bucket list.

For now, you can, of course, experience this epic aquarium virtually via their virtual aquarium tour and live cam feed where you can soothe your soul gazing at dancing jellyfish or stare in awe at the Beluga whale. 

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Attention, please. It’s time to choose your snack, sink into the couch and get cozy; your self-guided Monterey Bay Aquarium virtual tour is about to begin.

Step one. Cast this 360° aquarium walkthrough to your TV or don your virtual reality headset ’cause things are about to go down in underwater town.

Virtually meet and learn about Monterey Bay Aquarium’s resident marine animals on their interactive website, or stalk your favourite sea animal’s live cam . 

You can even enrol in free online courses comprising guided activities to support learning at home or engage the kiddos in free virtual zoo games that both educate and entertain.

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Asia: Virtual Zoos & Aquariums

Exotic rainforest virtual zoo tours and thrilling night safaris – discover Asia’s most enchanting zoos and aquariums without having to peel yourself off the couch. 

Singapore Zoo

Okay, so Asia is off-limits right now. I mean, pretty much every continent is out of reach at this moment, but that doesn’t mean you can’t take a virtual field trip to this incredible zoo in South East Asia that everyone raves about.

Get a feel of Singapore Zoo and what animals you can expect to encounter in our very own walkthrough guide that we filmed on one of our visits or read up on the zoo’s resident animals.

Hold up a second though. Your journey doesn’t end at the Singapore Zoo. Drop into the Singapore River Safari for a virtual walkthrough tour and meet weird and wonderful creatures that inhabit rivers around the world.

Your adventure continues onwards to the Singapore Night Safari where you can view a hypnotising fire show , witness an impressive animal show , and hop on a tram car to discover nocturnal animals in their open exhibits.

Check out our Singapore virtual zoo guide to see the highlights of this open zoo concept.

Jurong Bird Park

While we’re in Singapore, let’s take a hot moment to visit one of the biggest bird parks in the world where you can make a feeble attempt at identifying up to 3,500 birds across 400 species from all over the world.

Discover the diverse zones inhabited by bird species from all corners of the Earth, meet the winged residents of Jurong Bird Park or take a virtual stroll through the lush, green space that will give you all the jungle vibes 

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Aquaria KLCC

Swing into Aquaria KLCC in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on one of your free virtual field trips to zoos and aquariums around the world and tune into marine animal feedings and educational talks on their 24-hour live streaming cam .

Don’t forget to check their Facebook for the schedule.

Meet the spine-chilling Sand Tiger Shark and his stingray buddies, or chill out with laid-back Green Sea Turtles that all dwell inside the Living Ocean tank.

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

Set off on a virtual aquarium tour at the magnificent Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo located in the glittering capital of the United Arab Emirates.

The tour isn’t just an ordinary virtual field trip of your average aquarium; this epic space also doubles as a zoo. Be prepared to encounter fruit bats, desert hedgehogs, cobras, chameleons.

Pop over to their Facebook page to learn fun animal facts and binge on videos of iguanas, hedgehogs and racoons freely roaming the empty aquarium.

Australia: Virtual Zoos & Aquariums

Kangaroos? Check. Koalas? No doubt. Tasmanian Devil? Yeah, baby. It’s time for a trip downunder to meet friendly Aussie animals and not-so-friendly creatures and crawlies that either bite or kill.

Taronga Zoo 

To experience one of the southern hemisphere’s best virtual zoos, you can’t go past Sydney’s newly launched Taronga TV . Tune into the live cams to view animal exhibits, shows, keeper chats, and even take a peek inside the Wildlife Hospital.

Hit up Taronga’s YouTube channel to witness funny animal antics and catch up on missed shows and performances. This video of a lemur baking in the sun is basically all of us right now when the sun touches our windows in quarantine.

Sea Life & Wild Life Sydney

Sea Life and Wild Life Sydney have recently launched their fun and super educational online virtual zoo and aquarium experiences. Prepare yourselves for hours worth of fun family activities and homeschooling content.

Dive into the virtual aquarium experience and meet dugongs and King penguins in live streams, or gape at aquarists throwing themselves into the shark tank to feed hungry sea predators.

If you’re running low on learning activities for the kiddos, you’ll also find a bunch of marine animal-themed craft activities and free downloadable homeschooling resources and activity sheets .

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A virtual visit to Sea Life wouldn’t be complete without popping into Wild Life Sydney to learn all about Australian animals that are slightly more.. grounded.

Peek into live streams to see what Rocky the croc is up to or join in on storytime events run by the zoo staff on the virtual zoo tours page. You’ll also find printable animal-themed colouring pages, plus fact and activity sheets.

Before you leave, don’t forget to drop by  Merlin’s Education Toolbox for even more activities and workbooks, especially helpful for parents seeking homeschooling resources or teachers looking for lesson content. 

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Europe: Virtual Zoos & Aquariums

The last continent we’ll be virtually teleporting you to on this worldwide virtual safari, zoo and aquarium tour is, of course, good ole Europe. Home to the world’s oldest zoo and the first zoo in the world to house and breed penguins – your roundtrip will end with a little history and class.

Germany’s capital can proudly claim to have the most popular zoo in all of Europe. Berlin Zoo houses a whopping collection of over 20,000 animals across 1,500 different species – more than any zoo on the planet.

Considering none of us can currently visit in person, we can thank the Internet once again for this high-resolution walkthrough , making it possible to meet some of the friendly furry residents of the zoo, virtually.

Oh, and I’m just gonna casually mention that they have PANDA CUBS, guys. *Hyperventilating*. Jump onto their Facebook to meet the twinning cuties, Pit and Paule. Right now. It’ll be the most adorable thing you’ll see all week.

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Speaking of stalking animals (cos that’s socially acceptable, right?), Prague Zoo houses a baby elephant that online visitors can attempt to spot on their live Elephant Valley cam . Pop by their YouTube channel for more adorable moments and to follow its journey from birth.

Watch this 4k  walkthrough of the zoo and try to spot mighty Western Lowland gorillas, polar bears, hippos, Asian elephants, red pandas and many more cute and intimidating animals.

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Edinburgh Zoo

This was the first zoo in the world to house and breed penguins – in fact, Edinburgh Zoo is popularly known for its Penguin Parade, where waddling little penguins are let free their enclosure for a stroll around the space.

Observe the antics of King and Rockhopper penguins on live cams , as well as koalas, tigers and pandas.

They’ve made their learning portal readily accessible – the online hub is packed with free activities, games, quizzes and fact files for kids of all ages.

Hang tight – just gonna beam you over to our final leg of virtual zoo tours around the world in Vienna. The city is home to the world’s oldest zoo, Tiergarten Schönbrunn, which opened its doors in 1752.

Soak in this gorgeous space in this virtual zoo stroll and meet animals from all around the world and, of course, explore the picturesque landscape that surrounds the zoo. 

Keep an eye out for the zoo’s newest sensation, Finja – a polar bear cub. Watch her birth and everyday life on Vienna Zoo’s YouTube channel .

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Edinburgh Zoo unveils new virtual tour meaning people can visit from their sofas

The interactive video allows users to tour, view and meet some of the animals at the popular zoo.

• 15:46, 20 MAY 2022

One of Scotland's most popular zoos has just unveiled a new virtual tour - meaning fans can visit any time they want from the comfort of their home.

Edinburgh Zoo has launched a new interactive video that allows users to tour, view and meet some of the animals and zookeepers at the 82-acre attraction, without having to be on site.

The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) run-park teamed up with video producer, Colada Creative, and leading global video platform, Vimeo to create the new experience.

Virtual visitors can explore the zoo, including getting up close to fascinating exhibits such as penguins, meerkats and giraffes.

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Keepers and experts will be on hand to provide interesting insight and commentary about the animals featured.

Laura Moore, communications manager at RZSS said: “As a wildlife conservation charity working with rare and endangered species from around the world, this new feature will offer a special new insight into the work that takes place here at Edinburgh Zoo.

“The video was initially shared with our valued members and supporters and is now live on our website for animal and wildlife fans from around the world to learn more about the species and connect with nature from the comfort of their own home.

“It will give people a great insight into the lives of some of our amazing animals and team and we hope it will act as a gateway for people who can’t visit the zoo or inspire more people to come and visit us in person.”

Edinburgh Zoo, which sits just three miles to the west of the city, is home to more than 1,000 rare and endangered animals and welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.

However, with the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, the zoo has looked into other ways to reach its supporters and share the stories of the animals on site.

Director at Colada Creative, Jack Brodie added: “Video has become a useful tool for tourist attractions throughout the past two year but, as we return to relatively normal life, it’s great to see brands like Edinburgh Zoo use video, and particularly interactive video, as an ongoing addition to its on-site experience.

“It means that whether someone is in Essex or Edinburgh, they are able to get up close to the action at the zoo and even experience some things that visitors on site can’t see.”

To find out more about Edinburgh Zoo and experience the interactive video feature visit www.edinburghzoo.org.uk .

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Edinburgh Zoo to launch virtual tour allowing visitors to view animals from home

Virtual visitors can now experience the zoo experience from the comfort of their living rooms as Edinburgh Zoo launches its first online interactive tour of the 82-acre attraction.

• 11:12, 20 MAY 2022

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Edinburgh Zoo is offering a new virtual tour for animal fans to enjoy the zoo experience anywhere in the world.

The Royal Zoological Society Scotland are partnering with video producer Colada Creative and video platform Vimeo to bring wildlife to living rooms.

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An interactive video gives virtual visitors a tour of the zoo allowing them to meet zookeepers and animals without having to travel to the venue in the capital.

Viewing the much loved penguin, meerkat and giraffe exhibits ‘visitors’ will also be able to learn more about the animals from expert commentary throughout the tour.

The zoo is hoping the virtual experience will encourage more visitors to the park as it has fully reopened since its coronavirus closure .

Laura Moore, communications manager at Royal Zoological Society Scotland said: “As a wildlife conservation charity working with rare and endangered species from around the world, this new feature will offer a special new insight into the work that takes place here at Edinburgh Zoo.

“The video was initially shared with our valued members and supporters and is now live on our website for animal and wildlife fans from around the world to learn more about the species and connect with nature from the comfort of their own home.

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“It will give people a great insight into the lives of some of our amazing animals and team and we hope it will act as a gateway for people who can’t visit the zoo or inspire more people to come and visit us in person.”

Working with video producers to create the virtual tour, the zoo is hoping to make the experience more accessible to those who may not be able to visit just yet with some exclusive viewing opportunities.

Director at Colada Creative, Jack Brodie said: “Video has become a useful tool for tourist attractions throughout the past two year but, as we return to relatively normal life, it’s great to see brands like Edinburgh Zoo use video, and particularly interactive video, as an ongoing addition to its on-site experience.

“It means that whether someone is in Essex or Edinburgh, they are able to get up close to the action at the zoo and even experience some things that visitors on site can’t see.”

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Edinburgh Zoo Visitor Guide

Edinburgh Zoo is set in 82 acres of parkland on Corstorphine Hill in Edinburgh . The zoo was the first in the world to house and breed penguins, and it’s one of the few zoos in Britain that has kept pandas.

The zoo features children’s play parks, cafés, and gift shops, in addition to a wide range of animal enclosures where you can see species from meerkats to chimpanzees. Discover everything you need to know about Edinburgh Zoo with this complete visitor guide.

Set over 82 acres of parkland on the south-facing slope of Corstorphine Hill, Edinburgh Zoo is the second most popular tourist attraction in Scotland after Edinburgh Castle .

The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) owns the zoo, which opened its doors in 1913 and now welcomes more than 600,000 visitors each year. As well as being one of the top-rated zoos in Europe, it’s also famous for being a world leader in captive breeding programmes and animal behaviour research, and the RZSS is actively involved in providing education to children as well as adults.

Edinburgh Zoo has a huge amount of things to see and do, and with over a thousand animals to view you’re certainly not going to get bored during a visit.

The enclosures that house the lions, monkeys, penguins, tigers, and other animals are all fascinating, but the two main highlights are ‘Penguins Rock’, which features Europe’s largest outdoor penguin pool, and ‘The Budongo Trail’, where you can watch chimpanzees in one of Europe’s most innovative man-made wildlife habitats.

The Highlights

1: The Living Links Centre is a collaboration with the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland and the University of St Andrews, focusing on primate behaviour research. Visitors can watch various species of primates interact with each other, such as capuchin monkeys and squirrel monkeys.

2: The zoo’s well-known Penguin Parade is a charming event where you can watch the local king and gentoo penguins waddle around their enclosure and occasionally even outside it with their keepers. It’s a fun and educational experience that has been going on since the 1950s.

3: Edinburgh Zoo is involved in various conservation projects and offers the chance to see a wide range of rare animal species, from Asiatic lions and Sumatran tigers to a variety of monkeys, birds, reptiles, and amphibians.

Visiting Tips

1: Before you go, check the Edinburg h Zoo we bsite for the schedule of any daily talks, feeding times, or special events. Planning ahead will help you maximise your time and ensure you don’t miss any experiences, such as the daily penguin parade. Also, consider purchasing tickets online in advance to save time and potentially money, as there may be online discounts.

2: You can get to Edinburgh Zoo by Lothian Buses on services 12, 26 and 31 from Princes Street. These buses will also take you back to the city centre.

3: If you like attractions like this, you’ll be pleased to know the eastern side of Scotland is full of animal-themed places to visit. Two family favourites are St. Andrews Aquarium and The Scottish Deer Centre. Alternatively, if you head north, I recommend Edinburgh Zoo’s sister site at the Highland Wildlife Park .

Tourist Information

Edinburgh Zoo hosts over 1,000 rare and endangered animals, including penguins, koalas, and tigers. Visitors can learn about these animals and their habitats through informative displays as well as keeper talks that go into detail about each animal from their natural habitats to the types of food they eat.

One of the main highlights is the primate building where you can view a troupe of 18 chimpanzees. This section of the zoo features a large indoor area with climbing frames, a day room, and a lecture theatre where visitors can learn about the threats chimpanzees face in the wild and the conservation efforts in place to protect them.

Visitors to the Budongo Trail can watch the group of chimpanzees in a setting that closely resembles their natural habitat, and the enclosure also serves as a hub for research and conservation which is closely linked with the Budongo Conservation Field Station in Uganda.

Other enclosures allow you to look at exotic birds, reptiles, insects, and mammals from all over the world, with each habitat located within easy walking distance of each other on paths that are tarmacked and (mostly) level. Even so, as a top tip, I recommend checking out the zoo website’s maps and guides page  which has an interactive map so you can get to grips with the layout before heading out. The map is especially useful for wheelchair users as it shows which areas are easily accessed.

During your visit, you’ll find the obligatory (although excellent) gift shop, and visitors can enjoy two very good restaurants and a coffee shop, as well as several smaller fast-food eateries dotted about the site.

One of the zoo’s earliest successes was its penguin breeding programme which is still running today. The programme dates back to the 19th century when whaling ships brought back the first penguins, but it wasn’t until 1919 that the zoo’s first captive hatching occurred.

The penguins have since become one of the most-loved attractions at the zoo, and a visit wouldn’t be complete without checking out the hatchery section of Penguin Rock and trying to catch a glimpse of chicks nestled under the protective bodies of their parents.

If you visit the enclosure around midday, you’ll get to experience the daily penguin parade which began in 1950 when several penguins escaped by accident. The penguins enjoyed their taste of freedom so much that the keepers decided to let them out at the same time each day, and it’s now an ongoing tradition. The parade is a great way to see these birds close up and they seem happy to plod around the paths circling their enclosure.

Rest assured, the animals are allowed to choose whether or not they want to join the parade, so if you take a peek inside Penguin Rock while the parade is running, don’t be surprised to see many of the lazier penguins lounging around by the poolside instead of enjoying a walk.

Two of the most famous animals that have called Edinburgh Zoo their home were Wojtek the Polish bear, and Sir Nils Olav the Norwegian King Penguin.

Wojtek was the mascot of the Polish 22 nd Artillery Supply Company during WWII. He retired to the zoo when the Polish troops demobilised after the war ended, and his exploits during the war have become something of a legend. His story has even been memorialised in a bronze statue that can be seen in Princes Street Gardens .

The other famous zoo inhabitant, Sir Nils Olav, was the mascot and Colonel-in-Chief of the Norwegian Kings Guard. His son Nils Olav II was knighted in 2008, and a third penguin, Nils Olav III, was promoted to the rank of Brigadier in 2016.

Things to Do

Meet the Animals: Edinburgh Zoo is home to one of the UK’s biggest collections of animals, featuring everything from lions and tigers to armadillos and kangaroos. There are paths that are accessible to people of all abilities where you can see all of these animals in custom-built enclosures. There’s so much to see that you can easily spend all day at Edinburgh Zoo.

Penguin Parade: One of the most popular attractions at the Edinburgh Zoo is the Penguin Parade. Witness the daily spectacle of the penguins waddling out of their enclosure to parade around the zoo. It’s an entertaining experience that visitors of all ages will enjoy.

Visit the Koala Territory. The Koala Territory at Edinburgh Zoo offers a unique opportunity to see these adorable creatures up close. Learn about their habitats in the wild and watch them snooze in the trees or munch on eucalyptus leaves.

Explore the Monkey House: The Monkey House is a must-visit for any animal lover. With a variety of ape species from around the world, you can watch these playful and curious animals swing from the trees and interact with each other. Don’t forget to take a look at the Budongo Trail, which is home to a troupe of 15 chimpanzees.

Participate in Keeper Experiences: For those who want a more hands-on experience, Edinburgh Zoo offers Keeper Experiences. You can spend a day shadowing a zookeeper, learning about animal care, feeding, and conservation efforts. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the zoo that offers a deeper understanding and appreciation of the animals and the care they receive.

Things to Do Nearby

Dean Village . Dean Path, Edinburgh, EH4 3AY. 8-minute drive. A historic site in Edinburgh that prospered with mills powered by the Water of Leith in the 18th and 19th centuries. It is now a popular tourist destination thanks to the restored buildings and scenic walkways along the river’s edge.

Lauriston Castle . 2 Cramond Road South, Edinburgh, EH4 6AD. 8-minute drive. A 16th-century castle in the style of a Georgian manor house. The castle overlooks the Firth of Forth and features expansive grounds with a woodland walk and a Japanese garden.

Cramond . Cramond, Edinburgh, EH4 6NU. 12-minute drive. A peaceful coastal village that sits on the edge of the Firth of Forth. Cramond is the main access point for visits to Cramond Island . The River Almond Walkway can be joined to the south of the village which follows the river as far as Edinburgh Airport.

Corstorphine Hill . Cairnmuir Road, Edinburgh, EH12 6UP. 5-minute drive. A natural woodland located on a hill near the centre of the city. It is popular with locals due to its ease of access from the A90 to the north of the hill. There are paths throughout the hill in addition to attractions like Barnton Quarry, a Cold War bunker, and the Corstorphine Hill Walled Garden.

Gorgie Farm . 51 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, EH11 2LA. 12-minute drive. Friendly hands-on city farm that allows visitors to pet and play with a collection of animals including goats, pigs, ferrets, sheep, rabbits, and more. There is a shop and a café on-site. The LOVE charity is in charge of running the farm.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long can i stay at the edinburgh zoo.

Visitors can stay at Edinburgh Zoo all day, which is the duration of each entry ticket. However, most visitors spend around 4 hours at the zoo.

Can you just turn up at Edinburgh Zoo?

Currently, visitors are required to book tickets online to visit Edinburgh Zoo, though RZSS members and accompanied guests do not have to book in advance. Visit the RGBE website for the latest updates.

Who runs Edinburgh Zoo?

The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland owns and operates Edinburgh Zoo.

How long will pandas be at Edinburgh Zoo?

The giant pandas at Edinburgh Zoo—Yang Guang and Tian Tian—are due to return to China in 2023 as part of a 10-year deal with the Chinese government.

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Virtual tours of edinburgh.

Here are some great virtual tours of Edinburgh, so you can experience our beautiful city from anywhere in the world! Use the arrows to move around and explore.

Buildings & Attractions

• National Library Of Scotland
• National Museum Of Scotland
• Dovecot Studios
• The Real Mary King’s Close
• St Giles’ Cathedral
• John Knox House
• Scotch Whisky Experience
• Tolbooth Kirk (The Hub)
• Edinburgh Castle
• Johnnie Walker Princes Street
• Georgian House
• Edinburgh College Of Art
• Dynamic Earth
• Palace Of Holyroodhouse
• Surgeons’ Halls Museums
• Edinburgh Zoo
• Murrayfield Stadium
• Heriot-Watt University

View Points

• Arthur’s Seat
• Calton Hill
• Blackford Hill
• Scott Monument

Famous Streets

• Princes Street
• Grassmarket
• Victoria Street
• Circus Lane

360° Videos of Edinburgh

You can view these amazing 360° spherical videos by panning around with your cursor on desktop, moving your mobile or device to change the view, or even using a VR viewer.

• Camera Obscura
• Edinburgh Dungeon
• Hogmanay Fireworks
• Pentland Hills
• Cramond Island

• Grades 6-12
• School Leaders

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23 Virtual Zoo Field Trips, Tours, and Zoo Cams That Get You Up Close to the Animals

Bring the zoo to you.

We love field trips, but sometimes organizing an excursion just can’t happen. Fortunately, we live in a time when technology can bring the excitement to us. The pandemic encouraged many zoos and aquariums to put in the effort to bridge the gap for visitors at home. As such, we’re able to share this list of fantastic virtual zoo field trips, virtual zoo tours, and zoo cams you can enjoy from anywhere.

Best Virtual Zoo Field Trips, Virtual Zoo Tours, and Zoo Cams

San diego zoo.

The San Diego Zoo has a “Watch and Learn” section on its website. Here, students can check out the fantastic zoo cams including the burrowing-owl cam, giraffe cam, elephant cam, and many more.

Atlanta Zoo

While the Atlanta Zoo’s zoo cam is dedicated to pandas, they offer many videos and activities that feature bird watching, sloths, lemurs, monkeys, and more.

Reid Park Zoo

Located in Tucson, Arizona, this zoo features a variety of delightful zoo cams designed to give kids a virtual zoo tour of the elephants, giraffes, grizzly bears, lions, and more.

Tembe Elephant Park

Tembe Elephant Park is located in a remote area of South Africa. Renowned for having the largest elephants in the world, these zoo cams offer sights such as sand forests and wetlands, leopards, rhinos, and, of course, elephants.

GRACE Gorilla Forest Corridor

This extensive cam takes us inside the gorilla forest corridor in the Democratic Republic of Congo while connecting the habitat with the night quarters at the Gorilla Rehabilitation and Conservation Education Center (GRACE).

Houston Zoo

Take a virtual zoo tour down to Texas and enjoy the live zoo cams set up by the Houston Zoo, allowing you to peer into the lives of giraffes, gorillas, elephants, and flamingos.

Explore the Arctic

Head to Churchill, Manitoba, Canada, to witness the annual polar bear migration. Discovery Education has teamed up with Polar Bears International to host a series that explores some of the biggest questions about the Arctic.

Bring your virtual classroom to life with animals from the Oregon Zoo. The Wildlife Live videos are aligned to different subject content areas, which are listed on the page. New videos are also posted regularly on the zoo’s social media channels. A few times every week, they go behind the scenes for a live interview with animal-care staff. Each live video is accompanied by a kid-approved activity related to the featured animal .

PBS Zoo Field Trip

Let’s all go to the zoo with PBS LearningMedia! At Zoo Miami, Penny and the KidVision VPK kids wash rhinos, feed giraffes, study a zebra’s stripes, and ride a camel. Lions and tigers and apes, oh my!

International Wolf Center

The cool wolf-pack cam live-broadcasts the adventures of four ambassador wolves: Denali, Boltz, Axel, and Grayson. The exhibit stretches across 1.25 acres and includes two dens, a filtered pond, and a forested area.

San Antonio Zoo

While San Antonio Zoo virtual field trips aren’t free, they’re very engaging. Enjoy virtual encounters with okapis, hippos, rhinos, and more.

From a virtual zoo tour and chats with staff to showing what the animals are up to and posting activity ideas from their education and conservation teams, the Dallas Zoo’s Bring the Zoo to You web series is perfect for a virtual field trip.

Australia Zoo

Australia Zoo was the home of the late Steve Irwin, best known as the Crocodile Hunter. His wife, Terri, and children, Bindi and Bob, have continued his legacy. This fantastic YouTube channel offers captivating videos of some of the world’s most fascinating animals.

Smithsonian’s National Zoo

This virtual zoo field trip takes us to the nation’s capital. Check out animal zoo cams that share a glimpse into the daily lives of black-footed ferrets, naked mole rats, giant pandas, and more.

Chester Zoo

This British zoo has been going live on Facebook and YouTube to offer a fun and engaging virtual zoo tour packed full of fantastic facts and adorable animal antics.

Monterey Bay Aquarium

The Monterey Bay Aquarium has created virtual zoo tour resources to support children’s learning for grades pre-K through 12. The site offers online courses, family-friendly science activities, crafts and printables, and fantastic video lessons (in English and en español) to help young learners who are excited about ocean animals.

Georgia Aquarium at Home

These wonderful guided virtual tours through Georgia Aquarium’s galleries allow you to explore the chilly unknown in Cold Water Quest , be immersed in a world of colors as a tropical diver , and more.

New England Aquarium Virtual Tour

Enjoy a virtual zoo tour of the New England Aquarium and check out the projects and activities available to both educators and families. New zoo cam videos premiere on Facebook , YouTube , and Instagram .

Folly Farm Sloth Cam

Witness the serene existence of Tuppee and Lightcap, two charming two-toed sloths residing in Sloth Forest, a habitat created as a comfortable “sloth retirement home.”

Aquarium of the Pacific Webcams

Peek into the lives of playful penguins, sleek sharks in the Shark Lagoon, the graceful sea nettles, the bustling Tropical Reef, the serene Honda Blue Cavern, and the intriguing coral predators. These webcams, complemented by resource kits, offer a vibrant, educational experience for all ages.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Giraffe Cams

Tune into the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo’s giraffe cams for a live peek into the lives of giraffes in the African Rift Valley exhibit. These cameras capture the giraffes as they roam, mingle, and interact with visitors hand-feeding them lettuce. It’s a “Way Beyond Watching” experience that brings you up close with these majestic animals from anywhere in the world.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Webcams

Dive virtually into the world of marine rescue at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. Their live webcams offer glimpses into the new Ruth & J.O. Stone Dolphin Complex, home to rescued bottlenose dolphins in a sprawling 1.5 million gallons of Clearwater Bay’s filtered water. Additionally, explore more live cams like the Otter Cam, Pelican Cam, and Mavis’s Rescue Hideaway Cam for a closer look at other rescued marine animals.

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo Webcams

Catch a glimpse into the daily lives of Beardsley Zoo’s beloved animals with their live webcams. Be sure to switch between the Indoor and Outdoor Red Panda Cams, the Spider Monkey Cams, and the River Otter Cam to see these creatures exploring their habitats.

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Video agency launches virtual experience with Edinburgh Zoo and Vimeo collaboration

A Midlands production agency has joined forces with global video platform, Vimeo, to launch a new interactive tour experience in one of the first collaborations of its kind in the UK.

Edinburgh Zoo, home of the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS), has launched the interactive video developed by Colada Creative which allows virtual viewers a chance to choose which animals, enclosures and experiences to visit.

Edinburgh Zoo, one of Europe’s leading centres of conservation, education and research, is home to more than 1,000 rare and endangered animals and welcomes in excess of 800,000 visitors each year.

With the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, the zoo looked into other ways to reach its supporters and share the stories of the animals on site. The interactive video feature allows users to tour, view and meet some of the animals and zookeepers at the 82-acre attraction, without having to be on site.

Director at Telford-based Colada Creative, Jack Brodie said: “Video has become a useful tool for tourist attractions throughout the past two years but, as we return to relatively normal life, it’s great to see brands like Edinburgh Zoo use video, and particularly interactive video, as an ongoing addition to its on-site experience.

“Colada is one of very few agencies in the world that are collaborating with Vimeo, to offer interactive video technology to brands like Edinburgh Zoo.

“Interactive video is the future of video — engagement levels are far above standard video content and there are huge opportunities to add layers of information and calls to action.”

Visitors can get up close to fascinating exhibits such as penguins, meerkats and giraffes, while expert members of the wildlife conservation charity’s team provide interesting insight and commentary about the animals featured.

Laura Moore, communications manager at RZSS said, “As a wildlife conservation charity working with rare and endangered species from around the world, this new feature will offer a special insight into the work that takes place here at Edinburgh Zoo in a new way that everyone can access.

“The video was initially shared with our valued members and supporters and is now live on our website for animal and wildlife fans from around the world to learn more about the species and connect with nature from the comfort of their own home.

“It will give people a great insight into the lives of some of our amazing animals and team and we hope it will act as a gateway for people who can’t visit the zoo or inspire more people to come and visit us in person.”

Jack added: “We believe this is just the first steppingstone in terms of using interactive video to provide an enhanced user experience. Whether it is schools or universities offering virtual tours, or other tourist attractions that are looking to capture the hearts and imagination of the general public by giving insight over and above what could be found on site — the possibilities are endless.”

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Edinburgh Zoo – tickets, prices, timings, what to expect and see

Edinburgh Zoo is one of Scotland’s most popular tourist attractions, attracting more than 800,000 visitors annually.

The zoo is home to over 1,000 animals representing more than 200 different species from around the world.

It is an extraordinary wildlife experience for kids and adults alike.

Koalas, Penguin parades, Budongo Trail, etc., are some of the highlights of this century-old Zoo.

Edinburgh Zoo is a great destination for animal lovers of all ages, offering a unique opportunity to see some of the world’s most fascinating creatures up close.

This article shares everything you must know before booking your tickets for Edinburgh Zoo.

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Visiting Edinburgh Zoo promises a delightful experience for animal enthusiasts, families, and anyone interested in wildlife conservation.

You can enjoy the charm of the penguin parade as these charismatic birds waddle around their enclosure and explore various penguin species.

Immerse yourself in the Budongo Trail, an exhibit designed to replicate the natural habitat of chimpanzees, observe intelligent behavior, and gain insights into primate conservation.

Engage yourself in unique animal encounters and experiences offered by the zoo and interact with certain animals under the guidance of expert zookeepers.

Learn how the Edinburgh Zoo contributes to global efforts in protecting endangered species through breeding programs and partnerships.

Stroll through beautifully landscaped gardens, enhancing the overall ambiance of the zoo, and enjoy scenic views of Edinburgh and its surroundings from different areas within the zoo.

At the end of your trip, explore the gift shops for souvenirs and memorabilia.

Whenever you feel tired or hungry, take a break at one of the zoo’s cafes or restaurants to enjoy a meal or snack.

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Tickets for Edinburgh Zoo are available online or at the box office window at the zoo.

Online ticket prices tend to be cheaper than tickets at the venue.

When you buy online, you can avoid the long queues at the attraction’s ticket counters.

Because the attraction sells a limited number of tickets, they may sell out during peak days. Booking early helps avoid last-minute disappointments.

Once you purchase Edinburgh Zoo tickets , they get delivered to your email address.

There is no need to get printouts of the ticket.

Walk up to the Edinburgh Zoo admissions area and show the e-ticket on your smartphone when you visit the attraction.

The regular Edinburgh Zoo ticket for adults between 16 and 64 is priced at £23. 

Children between three and 15 years get a discount and pay only £14.

Seniors (65+ years) and students (16+ years with valid ID cards) also pay a discounted price, and tickets cost £20.

Infants up to two years old can enter the zoo for free. 

This ticket gets you complete access to the Zoo, including –

• All animals in the Zoo
• All keeper talks planned for the day
• All educational events and activities
• All the restaurants

You can go to the top of Edinburgh Zoo and see Pentland Hills’s stunning views and the city’s skyline.

Book this popular ticket and spend an unforgettable day at Edinburgh Zoo, home of the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) and over 2,500 incredible animals worldwide.

You can immerse yourself in the dinosaur walk-through exhibition and see prehistoric beasts come to life around you against the backdrop of Scotland’s capital.

Comfortable shoes are recommended as there will be walking on some sloping surfaces.

Ticket Prices

Adult Ticket (16 to 64 years): £23 Child Ticket (3 to 15 years): £14 Student Ticket (16+ years with valid ID): £20 Senior Ticket (65+ years): £20

Kids aged two years and younger can enter for free.

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The zoo is set on the south-facing slopes of Corstorphine Hill, giving extensive views of the city.

Address:  134 Corstorphine Rd, Corstorphine, Edinburgh EH12 6TS, United Kingdom. Get Directions . 

You can take a car or travel by public transport. 

If you are in the city, it is best to catch a bus to Edinburgh Zoo – Lothian’s Bus Nos 12, 26, or 31 take you straight to the Zoo entrance.

You can board any of the bus numbers mentioned here and get off at Edinburgh Zoo , Edinburgh Zoo (Stop 2) , or Edinburgh Zoo (Stop 1) .

Bus Nos. – 100 Airlink, Airport Express, Ember, X18, 12, 26, 31, N26, X38, N18

Airport to Edinburgh Zoo

If you plan to travel from  Edinburgh Airport  to Edinburgh Zoo, take the  Airlink 100 express bus , which offers frequent departures, comfortable seating, and free WiFi.

An Airlink 100 Express leaves the airport every half hour and reaches the Edinburgh Zoo in 20 minutes. 

Two stations serve the city of Edinburgh – Waverley Station and Haymarket Station . 

We suggest you travel to these stations on  Scotrail’s trains .

Once you get down, follow the bus recommendations above to reach the Zoo. 

If you wish to travel by car, turn on Google Maps and get started.

We don’t recommend getting to the attraction by car because the slots in Edinburgh Zoo’s car parking are limited.

Since the Zoo is in a residential area, you may find some parking nearby during the day.

There are numerous parking lots around the zoo.

All through the year, Edinburgh Zoo opens at 10 am, but its closing time changes according to the season. 

During the peak season of April to September, the Zoo closes at 6 pm, and in the winter months of November to February, it closes at 4 pm. 

During the shoulder months of October and March, Edinburgh Zoo closes at 5 pm. 

The Edinburgh Zoo is closed on Christmas Day. 

Some of the Edinburgh Zoo’s indoor enclosures, such as the Koala Territory, Wee Beasties, etc., can open later than the stated opening hours and may close 30 minutes before closing.

The sloping parkland of Edinburgh Zoo covers an area of 33 hectares (82 acres) and is made up of many enclosures.

Instead of bars and cages, this Scottish Zoo has large, open enclosures and uses ditches and moats to separate the animals from the visitors. 

As a result, exploring this famous Zoo takes a bit more time, but visitors get back with a better sense of satisfaction. 

If you are visiting as a family with kids and plan to attend keeper talks, feeding sessions, etc., you will need 4 to 5 hours to explore the Edinburgh Zoo.

However, if you are a bunch of adults and want to wrap up soon, you can cover most animal exhibits in two hours.

You won’t have to waste your time at the zoo’s ticket counter if you purchase tickets in advance .

The best time to visit Edinburgh Zoo is when they open at 10 am.

There are four advantages of starting early – the animals are most active early in the morning, the temperatures are still moderate, the crowd is yet to get in, and you have the whole day to explore.

We recommend weekdays for a peaceful visit because it gets crowded on weekends and school holidays.

When you start early, you can explore for a few hours, have lunch at one of the three restaurants, and then begin exploring the Zoo again. 

Important:  When you buy Edinburgh Zoo tickets online , you can skip the long lines at the ticket office.

What to see at Edinburgh Zoo

If you are out with your family and kids, we recommend you spend four to five hours exploring as much of the Zoo as possible. 

However, if you are hard-pressed for time, here is our list of the Edinburgh Zoo highlights. 

The centerpiece of Penguin Rock is the massive outdoor pool containing 1.2 Million liters of water.

In this enclosure, you will see more than 100 Penguins amongst the mock sandy beaches and rocky areas, making it seem as real as possible.

Don’t miss the famous penguin parade!

Edinburgh Zoo’s Budongo Trail is an innovative, interactive Chimpanzee enclosure.

This exhibit is a sizeable indoor-outdoor environment that can house up to 40 chimps.

The Zoo authorities have customized this enclosure for the Chimps and the visitors.

While the Chimps get a network of rooms with different conditions, such as temperature, humidity, and lighting, the visitors get up-close viewing galleries, plasma screens, interactive displays, etc.

Brilliant Birds is a new walkthrough aviary with exotic species from around the World.

See if you can spot the Bali Starling and Nicobar pigeon.

Kids love this must-see exhibit in Edinburgh Zoo because they get to feed the birds.

Only four Koalas are in captivity in the UK and in Edinburgh Zoo’s Koala Territory.

Goonaroo, Alinga, Tanami, and Kalari are active throughout the day and provide excellent viewing.

This exhibit operates on slightly reduced opening hours, so ask for the day’s timings on arrival.

The newly built Wallaby Outback is right next to the Koala Territory.

It houses a small herd of Swamp Wallabies.

If you are lucky, you can spot a Joey popping its head out of its mother’s pouch.

Opened in 2017, Wee Beasties is the Zoo’s latest indoor attraction.

It is an opportunity to discover unusual species worldwide and get closer to reptiles, amphibians, and insects.

This exhibit is behind Penguin Rock and is open daily from 10 am to 4 pm.

Before this place became a Zoo in 1913, the site was a Nursery.

The tradition continues even today with a specialized team in place to manage the Zoo’s Gardens.

With 120 plus species, Edinburgh Zoo is one of the most diverse tree collections in the Lothians.

Edinburgh Zoo animals

Edinburgh Zoo is home to more than a thousand animals from all around the World.

During your visit to the RZSS Edinburgh Zoo, you can see them in their animal enclosures and attend their keeper talks.

Edinburgh Zoo is home to the UK’s only Queensland Koalas. 

The Zoo’s adult male Koala is the 16-year-old Goonaroo, and the female Koala is named Alinga (which means Sun). 

The other two Koalas in the enclosure are the four-year-old male Tanami and the two-year-old female Koala called Kalari. 

Kalari is Alinga’s daughter. 

You can meet them all at the Koala Territory. 

The Tiger Tracks at Edinburgh Zoo is home to Dharma, a three-year-old Sumatran Tigress who came from Fota Wildlife Park.

The Zoo recently upgraded the Tiger Tracks to three times its previous size.

It now has a spectacular ground-level viewing tunnel and a high-level viewing area for visitors.

The new Tiger Tracks has climbing structures, a feeding post, heated rocks for the Tigeress to relax on, ponds to cool down in, and a new house.

Edinburgh Zoo Penguins

The Edinburgh Zoo hosts three kinds of penguins: king, rockhopper, and gentoo penguins. 

Visitors can find them at Penguin Rock, Europe’s largest outdoor penguin pool, 65 meters long and 3.5 meters deep (213 feet long and 11.5 feet deep).

Rockhopper Penguins are the smallest species of the 100-plus penguins at Edinburgh Zoo but have ‘huge’ attitudes. 

Fun Fact: King Penguins were one of the first species to be kept at Edinburgh Zoo and bred in 1919. It was the first captive breeding of the animal anywhere in the World, so Edinburgh Zoo’s logo features a King Penguin. 

The famed Penguin March is Edinburgh Zoo’s top attraction, and visitors are known to time their visit around the Penguin Parade.

This parade isn’t something the Zoo planned.

Back in the 1950s, one of the gates was accidentally left open, and a Gentoo Penguin walked out.

The other Penguins followed the leader as the ZooKeeper waited to see what would happen next.

The tradition continues, just that now the gate is opened intentionally.

Many wonder if Edinburgh Zoo has gay penguins.

Even though rare, same-sex penguin partners do exist.

Some of the most popular Gay Penguins the World has seen so far are – 

• Roy and Silo , Central Park Zoo, NYC
• Skip and Ping , Berlin Zoo
• Sphen and Magic , Sydney Zoo 

In 2016, comedian Daniel Sloss spoke about the gay Penguins he had encountered in Edinburgh Zoo ( watch video ).

He followed up with  an update  on what happened when one of the gay Penguins died.

However, when writing this, we couldn’t find evidence of gay Penguins in Edinburgh Zoo. 

Edinburgh Zoo used to have elephants in the days, as shown in the video below.

Sally was one of the most popular elephants at Edinburgh Zoo. Sally’s photograph taken in 1965

However, as of today they don’t have any elephants in Edinburgh.

Visitors to Edinburgh Zoo had last seen Giraffes in 2004. 

After going without a Giraffe for almost 15 years, the Zoo started  a campaign  on World Giraffe Day 2019 called ‘Stick Your Neck Out for Giraffes.’

The Zoo authorities plan to collect £100,000 to create a unique Giraffe house with open spaces to roam and high-level walkways so visitors can come face to face with the animals.

The Edinburgh Zoo does have its share of Dinosaurs. 

They are part of a ‘Lost Worlds’ Chinese lantern festival in which 600-plus illuminated dinosaur lanterns are spread all over the Zoo.

This Edinburgh Zoo dinosaurs special usually runs from mid-November to January end of every year. 

With more than 1000 animals to see, it is wiser to have a copy of the Edinburgh Zoo map to navigate the various exhibits.

Besides the animal enclosures, a map helps you identify visitor services such as restaurants, restrooms, souvenir shops, etc.

Carrying the Edinburgh Zoo’s layout is highly recommended if you are traveling with kids because you won’t waste time finding the various exhibits and, in the process, get exhausted.

Edinburgh Zoo has two restaurants, one café (and some kiosks) offering a wide range of food and drinks to help visitors recharge themselves.

All these food outlets serve both adult and child portions. 

The Gannet is the latest edition to Edinburgh Zoo boasting a menu packed full of fresh, locally sourced ingredients for the whole family to enjoy.

The Gannet fish bar is open seven days a week, from 10 am to 3 pm.

Location:  Next to the main lawn

Grasslands Restaurant

Grasslands Restaurant is the main catering outlet at Edinburgh Zoo. 

Some items on the menu are freshly made pasta, salads, stone-baked pizza, and some seasonal dishes.

The food gets served at the table, and the setting is perfect for families, couples, or solo visitors.

Grasslands Restaurant is open from 11.30 am to 3.30 pm during the peak season. And during the lean season, it closes half an hour early. 

Location: Mansion House, in the middle of the Zoo

Penguins Café

The Café serves a selection of breakfast rolls, ciabattas, salads, and soup.

If you are visiting with kids, check out the ‘Penguins Lunch Bags’ on offer.

Families also stop by the Penguins Cafe for their cakes and Walls and Mackie’s ice creams.

This outlet is open from 10 am until half an hour before the Zoo closes.

Location:  Penguins Cafe overlooks the Penguins Rock

Picnic at Edinburgh Zoo

The Zoo authorities don’t allow visitors to set up their picnics inside restaurants or cafes. 

However, there are plenty of benches and picnic areas provided. 

We recommend the picnic area on the hilltop and the one in front of the Mansion House (main lawn).

Edinburgh Zoo is a highly-rated tourist attraction.

Check out two Edinburgh Zoo reviews we picked from  Tripadvisor , which will give you an idea of what to expect.

1. Amazing Day Out

Edinburgh Zoo is one of my favorite zoos in the UK as it has a wide range of animals—for example, Pandas, Koalas, Tigers, Lions, etc. 

One of my favorite things about the Edinburgh Zoo is its Penguin parade. The public lined outside a certain area and opened the door of the Penguin cage, allowing the Penguins to come out for a walk if they wished. This was such a unique opportunity. 

We spent around 5 hours there and at a very reasonable price. We will be back! –  TravelWithChar , Southampton, UK

2. Day at the Zoo

A lovely day at the Zoo. It was such a great setting, with lots of nice areas to sit (even though it was cold). Seeing so many baby animals was amazing – three Lion cubs, a baby Chimp, and a baby Koala.

Seeing the Pandas was amazing. The zookeepers were all very informative. There are lots of interactive things to see and do as well. –  Kelly T , Bristol, UK

Here are some frequently asked questions about the Edinburgh Zoo:

To avoid disappointment on the day of your visit, we recommend visitors book in advance . Tickets are limited and may sell out during school holidays and weekends – please remember to book your ticket online. The last entry is one hour before closing, and we advise giving yourself at least two hours to get around the park.

It is a city zoo, so parking spaces are limited and only available on a first-come, first-served basis. The car park is popular and fills up early in the day (sometimes before 11 am during school holidays and sunny weekends). All car park users will need to take a ticket from the barriers on arrival and have this validated to exit the car park without paying full price (£10) at the machine. Parking for zoo visitors is £3.

Free mobility vehicles are available for those needing extra help navigating the zoo hills. Upon arrival, please ask the admission team for more information. Wheelchairs are also available for hire on a first-come, first-served basis. Steep slopes and steps are signposted with alternative routes, and an  updated mobility map is available  for visitors.

Sources # Visitscotland.com # Wikipedia.org # Tripadvisor.com The travel specialists at TheBetterVacation.com use only high-quality sources while researching & writing their articles. We make every attempt to keep our content current, reliable and trustworthy .

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Virtual field trips have become increasingly popular as a way to explore the world from the comfort of our own homes. If you’re a fan of wildlife and zoos, here are 15 virtual zoo experiences that will take you on an exciting adventure:

1. San Diego Zoo – Visit one of the most famous zoos in the world from your living room. Explore live animal cams and watch amazing animals like pandas, elephants, and penguins.

2. Bronx Zoo – Take a virtual tour of the largest metropolitan zoo in the United States. Experience close-up encounters with animals like tigers, gorillas, and sea lions.

3. Smithsonian’s National Zoo – Discover the wonders of this Washington D.C. zoo with live animal cams. Watch giant pandas, lions, elephants, and more in their natural habitats.

4. Cincinnati Zoo – Join the Home Safari Facebook Live sessions where zookeepers introduce different animals each day. Learn interesting facts and observe their behavior.

5. Houston Zoo – Tune in to their Zoo Lights Virtual Experience during the holiday season. Explore festive lights, meet Santa, and enjoy behind-the-scenes animal encounters.

6. Columbus Zoo – Check out their Animal Encounter Videos featuring various zoo animals. Learn about their diet, behavior, and conservation efforts.

7. Edinburgh Zoo – Go on a virtual tour of this Scottish zoo and get up close with animals like pandas, koalas, and penguins.

8. Toronto Zoo – Watch their Virtual Zoo School series and learn about animals through interactive lessons. Explore different habitats and meet their inhabitants.

9. Dublin Zoo – Take a virtual safari through the African Savanna and encounter giraffes, rhinos, and zebras. Learn about their conservation efforts in the wild.

10. Prague Zoo – Join their virtual tours and discover the diverse animal species that call this Czech zoo their home. Explore exhibits like the Indonesia Jungle and African Plains.

11. Singapore Zoo – Embark on a virtual adventure with the zoo’s Animal Webcams. Watch orangutans swing, elephants bathe, and more.

12. Taronga Zoo – Enjoy their 24/7 live animal cams that showcase animals such as giraffes, sun bears, and meerkats. Learn about their conservation programs.

13. Perth Zoo – Explore their Zoo Adventures website, which includes virtual tours, live webcams, and educational resources. Connect with Australian wildlife from afar.

14. Memphis Zoo – Watch their Virtual Wild Encounters series and meet animals like hippos, rhinos, and chimpanzees. Learn about their care and conservation.

15. Bronx Zoo Education Programs – Engage in virtual lessons and activities offered by the Bronx Zoo’s education team. Learn about animal adaptations, conservation, and more.

These 15 fantastic zoo virtual field trips offer an immersive and educational experience for wildlife enthusiasts of all ages. So grab your virtual safari hat and start exploring the wonderful world of zoos from the comfort of your own home!

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Visiting A Virtual Zoo in the UK

Virtual zoo experiences in the uk.

During this period of lockdown, days out and visiting attractions are not able to take place, but if you are an animal lover, that doesn’t mean you can’t keep up with your favourite zoo animal, and take a virtual trip to the zoo, who knows maybe you will ‘visit’ one you have never been to before and add it to your list of places to visit, when we are finally able to do so.

With the current situation, these wonderful places still need to have staff on site to feed and take care of the animals, and with no income from visitors, many of the establishments are struggling to survive, so if you enjoy watching the animals, do consider donating to their cause, otherwise when this nightmare is over, they may not be able to continue to stay open and allow you to visit.

If you are looking for a ‘Virtual Day Out’ to the Zoo, check out these amazing places.

Edinburgh Zoo

Edinburgh Zoo have a number of webcams for you to check on your favourite animals, choose from Tigers, Penguins, Pandas and Koalas, see them sleeping, playing and eating. It costs £50 per day to keep Dharma the Sumatran Tiger fed, so any donations are welcome at this difficult time.

Don’t forget to follow Edinburgh Zoo on Facebook for all their latest news

Marwell Zoo

Marwell Zoo in Winchester have a number of webcams for you to keep in touch with your favourite animals, check on Flamingos, Lemurs, Giraffes and Penguins. Like all the zoos during this time, Marwell is unable to make money from admissions, therefore they have set up a Just Giving Page for anyone that would like to donate.

Don’t forget to follow Marwell Zoo On Facebook for all their latest news.

Dublin Zoo opened its doors on September 1, 1831. The zoo spans 28 hectares and attracts over 1 million visitors a year, currently you can view webcams for the African Savanna where you can see Rhinos, Giraffes and Zebras, also web cams to view the Penguins and Elephants. You can donate to Dublin Zoo to help with the upkeep of the animals.

Don’t forget to follow Dublin Zoo on Facebook for all their latest news 

Chester Zoo

Chester Zoo are allowing you to have a Virtual Zoo Day , visit the Meerkats (babies are due soon), black rhinos, jaguars, check out their website for details of the next date you can watch it live on facebook. If you miss it, dont panic because you can catch up on their youtube channel. To help the animals at Chester Zoo, you can donate .

Don’t forget to follow Chester Zoo on Facebook for all their latest news.

Paignton Zoo

If you are missing your animal friends in Devon, check out their webcams where you can view the antics of the Flamingos, Sulawesi Crested Macaque and the Meerkats. If you would like to support Paignton at this difficult time, you can send a donation

Don’t forget to follow Paignton Zoo on Facebook for all their latest news.

Cotswold Wildlife Park

If you are missing watching those funny Humboldt Penguins and cheeky Meerkats, Cotswold Wildlife Park webcams can keep you updated on their daily adventures. To help with the upkeep of these amazing animals during this difficult time, you can donate via their just giving page.

Don’t forget to follow Cotswold Wildlife Park on Facebook for all their latest news.

Newquay Zoo

Newquay Zoo may be closed, but if you love Meerkats, then you can keep up with the mob at Newquay via their webcam. If you would like to help with the upkeep of the animals in Newquay you can donate to their Giving Page

Don’t forget to follow Newquay Zoo on Facebook for all their latest news.

Zoos Going Live on Facebook

Lots of the amazing Zoos and Wildlife Parks throughout the UK are giving you a glimpse into their world by showing you via a facebook live session, or regular updates on their facebook page, check out these Zoos for virtual experiences , don’t forget to check back daily to see what’s coming up, lots are taking requests for your favourite characters in the zoo, and many of them are providing worksheets for children whilst they are  not at school.

Africa Alive Facebook   You can donate to the upkeep of their animals here

Amazona Zoo Facebook You can donate to the upkeep of their animals here

Banham Zoo Facebook You can donate to the upkeep of their animals here

Belfast Zoo Facebook are showing you lots of different animals from the zoo in their Belfast Zoo Comes To You

Blackpool Zoo Facebook The page is being updated by the keepers with all your favourite animals.

Bristol Zoo Facebook You can donate to the upkeep of their animals here

Colchester Zoo Facebook You can donate to the upkeep of their animals here

Dartmoor Zoo Facebook You can donate to the upkeep of their animals here

Drusillas Park Facebook Say hello to all of the animals at Drusillas including the red pandas

Dudley Zoo Facebook You can donate to the upkeep of their animals here

Exmoor Zoo Facebook You can donate to the upkeep of their animals here

Hamerton Zoo Facebook You can donate to the upkeep of their animals here

Isle of Wight Zoo Facebook You can donate to the upkeep of their animals here

Knowsley Safari Park Facebook have some amazing homeschool resources You can donate to the upkeep of their animals here

Longleat Safari Facebook Check out their virtual Safari

Monkey World Facebook You can donate to the upkeep of their animals here

New Forest Wildlife Park Facebook You can donate to the upkeep of their animals here

Noah’s Ark Zoo farm Facebook You can donate to the upkeep of their animals here

Paradise Wildlife Park Facebook have some great facebook lives planned for this week, you can also donate

South Lakes Safari Zoo Facebook You can donate to the upkeep of their animals here

Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens Facebook You can donate to the upkeep of their animals here

Twycross Zoo Facebook You can donate to the upkeep of their animals here

Welsh Mountain Zoo Facebook You can donate to the upkeep of their animals here

West Midlands Safari Park Facebook Lots of animal facts and some colouring pages too

Whipsnade Zoo Facebook You can donate to the upkeep of their animals here

Woburn Safari Park Facebook Learn all about the animals at Woburn.

Yorkshire Wildlife Park Facebook brings you animal updates via the page and lives, they also have some great colouring pictures for you to print out.

Once this lockdown is over, I recommend Africa Alive for a great day out.

If you have any other amazing Zoos or Wildlike Parks that I haven’t incluyded, please feel to comment below and i’ll add them to the list, it’s so important that we continue to support them during this time to ensure they are still able to open once things get back to normal, but until then, enjoy the Virtual Zoo Experiences.

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3 thoughts on “Visiting A Virtual Zoo in the UK”

Hi, we have Home School Safari learning resources if you’d like to add them? https://www.knowsleysafariexperience.co.uk/explore/home-school-safari/

link now added x

Have a look at Ranger Stus Virtual zoo he’s there director or a very small zoo cedars nature centre in Hertfordshire and has some great home learning and virtual stuff going on on his socials https://www.rangerstu.co.uk/post/the-handy-guide-to-ranger-stu-s-virtual-zoo-blogs

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