Experience the UK's biggest Zoo - winners of a Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award in 2025 and 2026
Whether you're looking to book tickets, become a member, find out about amazing animal experiences or just want to find information before your visit, it's all here! Tickets booked online are cheaper than those at the gate on arrival.
Animal Experiences
Whipsnade Zoo Experiences
Go on the ultimate animal adventure with us and experience wildlife like never before. Make memories which last a lifetime and take in the full wonder of the natural world, by meeting our animals, experiencing the life of a Zookeeper and sleeping over.
What's happening at Whipsnade Zoo
Find out more about our exciting upcoming events schedule, fascinating daily animal talks and where to grab some tasty food throughout your visit.
Whipsnade Zoo in Spring
Zoo rainy day guide
The British weather can be unpredictable, but don't let grey skies put you off visiting the Zoo. There are plenty of indoor areas and sheltered spaces to enjoy, come rain or shine!
Hullabazoo Indoor Play
Our children's indoor play area is designed around different habitats enabling your children to have fun and mimic their favourite animals.
Virtual Reality Experiences
Immerse yourself in the wonders of wildlife in a whole new way with our Virtual Reality Experiences here at Whipsnade Zoo.
Pre-visit information
- Our seasonal opening times
Opening Times
We're usually open from 10am every day of the year, with seasonal closing times.
- Wildlife is for everyone
Accessibility
We encourage and welcome everyone to enjoy time connecting with wildlife at our Zoos. Our goal is to create an experience that is accessible for people of all needs and abilities.
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More Visit Info
Explore more about your coming visit. Think ahead, all you need to know about coming to see us at Whipsnade, a conservation zoo.
