With over 37,000 animals from over 500 incredible species, there’s always something to discover at Chester Zoo. Every visit funds vital conservation work both here at the zoo and around the world.

Find everything you need to know before visiting Chester Zoo, from practical information like opening times and how to get here, to inspiration for your trip.

Chester Zoo is home to thousands of animals, from towering giraffes to the tiniest of insects. Many of them are endangered, and the conservation breeding programmes we play a key role in are vital to the survival of species. Discover the amazing animals you can see here at the zoo.

Discover and learn more about the amazing animals that call Chester Zoo home, from elephants and giraffes to penguins and Komodo dragons

Book tickets online and save up to 15% on your next Chester Zoo adventure! Explore incredible animal experiences and free entry with a membership.

Find out Chester Zoo's opening times throughout the year. We’re open daily from 10am with FREE on-site parking.

Stay up to date with the latest zoo news, upcoming events, discounts and offers, fundraising appeals, surveys and research to improve the zoo, competitions, and ways to get the most out of your visit.

Stay up to date with the latest zoo news, upcoming events, discounts and offers, fundraising appeals, surveys and research to improve the zoo, competitions, and ways to get the most out of your visit.

Chester Zoo is not for profit and everything you give goes directly towards our vital conservation work here at the zoo, locally and around the world. We rely on your generous donations to help us to protect wildlife and their habitats in our mission to prevent extinction.

Chester Zoo’s "Design your own zoo!" encourages learners to creatively design zoo environments while learning about animal habitats, conservation, and practical planning. Perfect for enhancing art, science, and maths skills.