Bedsearcher's Guide to London Zoo

London Zoo

In the heart of Regent's Park is London Zoo, a 36 acre conservation centre which houses more than 650 species. London Zoo's animal collection includes invertebrates, reptiles, fish, birds, and small and large mammals such as lions, tigers, gorillas, giraffes and bears. The event programme entertains all year round - don’t miss the amazing Animals in Action display, where the finest leaping, climbing and flying stars show off their skills.

Hotels near London Zoo

There are many hotels near London Zoo which can be booked online through Bedsearcher. The London Zoo hotels vary in price and quality, ranging from unrated but still pleasant budget London Zoo UK hotels to five star luxury London Zoo UK hotels. London Zoo hotels leave you excellently placed for a day at London Zoo and where you can really explore the area. London Zoo UK hotels can be found often within walking distance of London Zoo and hotels a little further away from London Zoo are ideal as a base for touring the entire area. Many London Zoos hotels offer parking and a range of other facilities, including many London Zoo hotels with leisure facilities, ensuite rooms, babysitting services and restaurants. There are many cheap and expensive hotels near London Zoo and these are ideal for a relaxing retreat or an overnight stay before or after visiting London Zoo. Booking in advance is advisable in many London Zoo UK hotels as they are very popular due to their proximity to London Zoo although some hotels near London Zoo will have spaces if you're visiting during the quiet season. There are many hotels near London Zoo and many of these can be booked directly through Bedsearcher.

How to get to London Zoo

The nearest underground station to London Zoo is Camden Town on the Underground. There is a 10 - 15 minute walk to the Zoo from the tube station. The London Waterbus Company runs a scheduled service along the Regent's Canal between Camden Lock, or Little Venice, and London Zoo. The Zoo's main gate is situated on the Outer Circle of Regent's Park and parking is available in the Zoo's Gloucester Slips car park at £5 per car per day. £12 is payable at the car park with £7 refunded when paying to get into the Zoo. Pay and display parking is also available on the Outer Circle between 9am and 6.30pm at 25p per fifteen minutes.

Opening Times

London Zoo is open daily between March and September between 10am and 5.30pm. Between October and February the Zoo is open between 10am and 4pm. The last admission to the Zoo is 4.30pm. London Zoo is closed on Christmas Day.

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