Edinburgh Zoo
- Telephone 0131 334 9171
- Opening times Apr–Sep 9am–6pm; Oct & Mar 9am–5pm; Nov–Feb 10am–4pm.
- Website www.edinburghzoo.org.uk
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Set in 82 acres of sloping parkland, Edinburgh Zoo is home to over 1,000 rare and beautiful animals and the UK’s only giant pandas.
Get closer than ever before as you come face to face with the Sumatran tigers in their enlarged enclosure – Tiger Tracks, or witness the world famous Penguin Parade featuring the knighted penguin, Sir Nils Olav. Wee Beasties is home to a number of exciting species including reptiles, amphibians and insects. And to make the most out of your visit, take part in one of the workshops or the keepers’ experience. The Zoo holds various special – sometimes after hours – events throughout the year such as The Kiltwalk, The Zoo Careers Day, The Lantern Festival or The Bricklive Ocean.There are also children’s play areas, restaurants and picnic spots to make your visit complete.
- Provides: Free wi-fi
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The Giant Lanterns of China
Bespoke displays created by Chinese craftspeople from Sichuan. This year's exhibit has a theme of 'Lost Worlds'.
Fri 15 Nov
£8.50–£17 / 0131 334 9171
- 10:00 – 16:00
Sat 16 Nov
£8.50–£17 / 0131 334 9171
- 10:00 – 16:00
Sun 17 Nov
£8.50–£17 / 0131 334 9171
- 10:00 – 16:00
Tech Monkeys
After-school club for children in primary 4–7 that combines the fun and interesting topics of technology and nature.
Thu 14 Nov
£78 (for 13 sessions) / 0131 334 9171
Thu 21 Nov
£78 (for 13 sessions) / 0131 334 9171
Thu 28 Nov
£78 (for 13 sessions) / 0131 334 9171
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