ZSL London Zoo is home to over 20000 animals of varying species and sub-species, offering an enriching wildlife experience.
There are a plethora of things humans can learn from animals—otters teach us the significance of playing, tigers teach us to be bold and confident, and turtles tell us not to rush, go slow, and live every moment.
Thus, a visit to the Zoo is a must, no matter how old you and your kids are.
A trip to the Zoo becomes more memorable when you plan to go with your family, including kids.
Let your kids marvel at the beauty of nature and animals at London Zoo. Spend some time at the exhibits, watching baby elephants play, and giraffes feed on grass.
This article shares everything you should know about London Zoo family tickets.
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What families can expect at the zoo
On a family visit to ZSL Zoo, you and your family can get closer to animals in walkthrough exhibits like the gorilla kingdom, land of the lions, tiger territory, and many more.
Get wet with Humboldt penguins and watch them make crazy moves that will surely bring a big smile to your face.
London Zoo provides many activities to hook your children to nature and exhibits—an animal adventure play area, a summer of color activity, daily animal talk, and sensory story sessions—without making them leave the Zoo.
While your kids enjoy some time at the activity area, you can dig into some delicious snacks at the cafes and restaurants at the Zoo, including The Terrace Kitchen and Aquarium Kiosk.
London Zoo family ticket
London Zoo doesn’t offer a family ticket, where two adults and two kids get a discounted entry.
Visitors must select the number of individuals in the family and buy the entry tickets.
However, with child tickets getting a 35% discount off standard adult prices and kids under three entering for free, the Zoo is ideal for a family visit.
If you have seniors (65+ years) in the family, they qualify for a 10% discount.
If you are planning a break for your family, you can book the regular London Zoo tickets.
If you need more information, find out everything about ZSL London Zoo tickets.
Toddler activities at London Zoo
There are many toddler activities at the Zoo to keep your kids engaged and entertained throughout their visit.
Summer of Colour
Immerse yourself in the kaleidoscopic world of stunning animal colors that will take your breath away.
From the emerald tree boa to scarlet ibis, golden lion tamarins to blue-throated macaws, your children get the opportunity to learn how animals change colors, emit colors, and use colors to communicate and how camouflage keeps some animals hidden.
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Sensory Stories at the Zoo
ZSL London Zoo welcomes children under eight months to the coral exhibit in Tiny Giants, where they can witness the underwater treasure.
Let your kids lose themselves in the world of sea creatures and experience the underwater world’s sights, sounds, and textures.
Animal Adventure
Let your kids embark on an adventurous journey at Animal Adventure, where they can see eagle owls, porcupines, mongooses, and meerkats.
The low barriers at the exhibits enable kids to sneak peek into the houses of animals more easily.
Animal Adventure has a new play area, including the Splash Zone, which keeps children busy.
When the kids get tired and feel hungry, you can take them to the catering kiosk in Animal Adventure and feed them lip-smacking drinks and snacks.
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Daily animal talks
Kids are always curious to see animals, hear their voices, and watch them feeding babies.
When they see the mighty animals come live outside their textbooks, they yearn to know more about them.
This is why ZSL London Zoo organizes daily animal talks, during which kids can learn how camels can walk in deserts, how butterflies help pollinate, why lions are called the kings of the jungle, and many more interesting facts.
The timings of the daily animal talks are subject to change; please check ZSL London Zoo’s ‘What’s On’ boards when you arrive for accurate timings and additional pop-up talks.
