London Zoo

About

London Zoo, part of the Zoological Society of London, is the world’s oldest scientific zoo and a living laboratory for conservation. Spread across Regent’s Park, the zoo offers 1,078,519 guests annually a kaleidoscope of habitats ranging from the sun‑lit savannah of the L**and of the Lions to the mist‑filled reaches of **Rainforest Life**. Visitors can marvel at a family of western lowland gorillas in **Gorilla Kingdom**, squeeze past the sleek Sumatran tigers in **Tiger Territory**, or breathe in the briny air of **Penguin Beach**. The zoo’s iconic **Bird Safari** lets you glide beside towering starlings and flamboyans, while the tranquil **Nightlife** experience invites guests to observe nocturnal wonders after dark. For children, the hands‑on play area **Animal Adventure** and the imaginative role‑play adventure **ZooTown** bring learning to life. Beyond its animal displays, London Zoo is a cornerstone of scientific research and species recovery, hosting cutting‑edge breeding programs and public education initiatives. Guides and talks throughout the day offer insights into animal behavior, conservation efforts, and the history of the zoo itself, making it an enriching outing for visitors of all ages. With a dedicated research and conservation programme, London Zoo remains an enduring symbol of the global effort to protect wildlife while engaging the public with accessible, captivating exhibits.

Highlights

• Gorilla Kingdom
• Tiger Territory
• Rainforest Life
• Penguin Beach
• Bird Safari

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• Typical visit: about 3 hours