Plan Your Visit to Edinburgh Zoo
We are open every day of the year, including Christmas Day, from 9am until:
| 6.00pm | April - Sept. |
| 5.00pm | Oct. & March |
| 4.30pm | Nov. - Feb. |
How you can help
The natural world needs our help...and we need yours! Please consider making a donation to support our conservation, education and research work, both within our parks and across the world.
School Education
Our award-winning Education Department offers opportunities for all age groups and learner needs.
Our Lesson Programme
Our educational lesson programme is designed to assist you in enabling your pupils to become responsible citizens, successful learners, confident individuals and effective contributiors.
School Visits
Schools wishing to visit the Zoo without using the Education Centre’s facilities can book by calling 0131 314 0326. Please visit our admission & prices page for discount party prices.
Look out for daily events happening in the Zoo during your visit. For details, check out the Zoo's daily events schedule.