Candid creatures: Giant Lanterns special
Posted 21 Jan 2026 in Edinburgh Zoo
Giant Lanterns has been lighting up Edinburgh Zoo this winter, turning your evenings into a luminous underwater wonderland... and you’ve been capturing it beautifully.
With only 19 nights left, we've been looking back at your photos and videos. From glowing jellyfish to magical mermaids, your posts showcase the trail through your eyes. Thank you to everyone who shared their moments with us.
Scroll on to relive the magic and see the lanterns shining bright after dark.
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@shaunabellew We had the BEST evening at @Edinburgh Zoo’s Giant Lanterns - soooo beautiful & Eliza was amazed by every part of it. Highly recommend for a lovely evening out ✨ #ad #prinvite #edinburghzoo ♬ Do You Believe in Magic? - The Lovin' Spoonful
@the_hilsden_adventures Edinburgh Zoo’s giant lanterns are so beautiful! No photos or videos could do them justice, you need to experience for yourselves! Hearing the kids “wows” & “mummy, I want to walk in the whales bum” are moments I’ll never forget 😂 The details, the story & the life these lanterns capture make them truly special & such incredible works of art! 📍 Edinburgh Zoo 📆 Running on select days until the 22nd Feb 🕣 1645 until 2100 (last entry 2000) 💰 Prices start at £13 a ticket Our Top Tips! 🌟 Wrap up warm! 🌟 If you’re heading it at opening, hang back a little (we grabbed some food/drink) the crowd soon dispersed & we were able to fully enjoy the experience 🌟 Wear comfy shoes! Edinburgh Zoo is notorious for its hills- the lantern trail doesn’t cover the steepest park tho thankfully! 🌟 Check out their VIP tickets & make a whole day of it! @Edinburgh Zoo @Day Out With The Kids ♬ Under the Sea - The Shady Ukulele Band
@raefoxe Disney adult evening @Edinburgh Zoo re-introducing their giant lanterns since 2019! Its a must on your bucket list before the end of Feb! #edinburghzoo #ocean #fyp #taylorswift #disneyadult ♬ new eras tour intro - calamitous.love
