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Edinburgh Zoo

City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Edinburgh Zoo spreads over 82 acres on Corstorphine Hill, with wide views across the city and more than a century of history.

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Illustrative zoo photo
Illustrative photo, not Edinburgh Zoo. Photo: Alex Kairoff / Unsplash
ENTRYTickets usually required

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LOCATIONCity of Edinburgh

United Kingdom

About Edinburgh Zoo

Edinburgh Zoo, once called the Scottish National Zoological Park, is an 82-acre non-profit zoo in the Corstorphine area of Edinburgh. It sits on the south-facing slopes of Corstorphine Hill, which gives visitors wide views over the city as they explore.

The zoo was founded in 1913 and is owned by the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland. With more than 600,000 visitors a year, it ranks among the most popular paid-for tourist attractions in Scotland. It is a popular choice for families visiting the Scottish capital.

Highlights

  • 82 acres on Corstorphine Hill
  • City views from south-facing slopes
  • Founded in 1913
  • Good for families
  • Outdoor, best on a dry day

Details are checked against public sources including Wikidata and Wikipedia. Opening times and prices change, so please check the official website before you travel.

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