Chester Zoo Tickets
Enjoy a family fun day visiting this outstanding zoo in Cheshire, where over 37,000 animals and 128 acres of zoological gardens await visitors of all ages
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Highlights
- Enjoy a full‑day experience at Chester Zoo: one of the UK’s largest and most popular attractions, set across 128 acres of zoological gardens
- See over 31,000 animals: including iconic species such as elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, penguins, red pandas, hippos and rhinos
- Learn how Chester Zoo is leading global conservation efforts: protecting endangered species (like snow leopards and Sumatran tigers) and tackling the extinction crisis
- Explore stunning botanical gardens and landscaped habitats: featuring rare plants from around the world
- Discover a perfect family‑friendly attraction: combining wildlife, education and outdoor adventure
- Visit the zoo whenever you want: it opens daily (including New Year day) from 10am, with free on‑site parking included with your visit
What's included
- Chester Zoo admission
Prepare for the experience
Children information
- Infants and children under 3 years old can access the zoo free of charge
- Children under 14 years old must be accompanied by an adult aged over 18 years
Chester Zoo’s accessibility information
- People with disabilities holding an adult or child ticket may have one carer enter at no additional cost
- Please contact us should you require any further accessibility information
Chester Zoo ticket restrictions
- Looking to book same-day tickets? Make sure you purchase them before 9:30 am (subject to availability)
Sustainability information
- Chester Zoo is a conservation and education charity committed to preventing extinction, and leads the way to protecting endangered wildlife around the world
Live dates and times availability can be seen before booking.
- Last admission is 1 hour before the zoo closes
The zoo’s regular operating times are the following:
Spring 2025
- 28 April - 2 May: 10am - 5pm
- 3 - 5 May: 10am - 5:30pm
- 6 - 23 May: 10am - 5pm
- 24 May - 1 June: 10am - 6pm
Summer 2025
- 2 June - 23 July: 10am - 5pm
- 24 July - 7 September: 10am - 6pm
Autumn 2025
- 8 September - 2 November: 10am - 4:30pm
How to get there
- Address: Chester Zoo, Upton-by-Chester, Chester, CH2 1EU, Cheshire, England
- Nearest train station: Chester and Bache
- Travelling by car: Signal post exit at the M56. Free on-site parking
Frequently asked questions
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Where is Chester Zoo in England?
- Chester Zoo is a zoo at Upton-by-Chester, Cheshire, England. Chester Zoo was opened in 1931 by George Mottershead and his family.
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What animals are at Chester Zoo?
Chester Zoo is home to more than 37000 animals with a total of 82 species. Here you’ll find a list of all the animals at Chester Zoo:
- Aardvark
- African painted dog
- Andean Bear
- Anoa
- Asian elephant
- Asian short-clawed otter
- Aye-aye
- Babirusa
- Banteng
- Black lemur
- Black rhino
- Bornean orangutan
- Brazilian salmon pink bird-eating tarantula
- Bush dog
- Capybara
- Caribbean flamingos
- Cheetah
- Chimpanzee
- Congo buffalo
- Cotton-top tamarin
- Crowned lemur
- Dusky pademelon
- Dwarf mongoosEastern bongo
- Ecuador Amazon parrot
- Fossa
- Gaboon viper
- Giant anteater
- Giant otter
- Giraffe
- Golden mantella frog
- Golden poison dart frog
- Great green macaw
- Great hornbill
- Greater one horned rhino
- Grey-crowned crane
- Humboldt penguin
- Hyacinth macaws
- Jaguar
- Javan green magpie
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How big is Chester Zoo?
- With 35,000 animals and 128 acres of zoological gardens, there’s plenty to do at Chester Zoo.
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What time does Chester Zoo close?
Chester Zoo opens daily from 10:00am. Closing times vary by season:
- Winter: typically from 4:00pm–4:30pm
- Summer: up to 6:00pm or later for special events
Last admission is usually one hour before closing.
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How can I book Chester Zoo tickets?
You can book Chester Zoo tickets online in advance, which is recommended to secure your preferred date and benefit from better prices.
Tickets are date‑specific and prices vary depending on demand and season.
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How much are Chester Zoo ticket prices?
Chester Zoo ticket prices vary by date and demand.
- Online tickets are typically cheaper than gate prices
Prices differ for adults, children, students and families
Booking online in advance on VisitBritain is a great way to get affordable prices.
- Online tickets are typically cheaper than gate prices
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Is parking available at Chester Zoo?
Yes. Parking at Chester Zoo is free and located on site, with ample spaces for standard and accessible vehicles. EV charging points are also available.
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Are there hotels or places to stay near Chester Zoo?
There are many hotels and places to stay near Chester Zoo, including family‑friendly hotels, budget options and countryside accommodation. Staying nearby is ideal for early entry and multi‑day trips to Chester.
Supplier information
This product is sold by VisitBritain Shop and provided by Chester Zoo.
