Chester Zoo Gardens

Upton by Chester, Chester, Cheshire, CH2 1EU

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EXPLORE the award-winning gardens and DISCOVER their passion for plants that not only make the zoo look BEAUTIFUL but play a vital role in helping local wildlife.

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Opening Times

Open 2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)

Directions

Road Directions

Chester Zoo is open daily from 10 am and there’s free car parking. SAT NAV CH2 1EU.

Public Transport Directions

There is a direct bus link from Chester Railway Station to Chester Zoo running a frequent service. Find out more at www.chesterzoo.org/travel.

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4.5 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
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    • Very Good
      3437
    • Average
      1209
    • Poor
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    • Terrible
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    Recent Reviews:

    • Jim C
      Scarborough, United Kingdom
      Excellent Volunteer!
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 9th March 2025
      Chester Zoo has many amazing assets - and in particular wonderful volunteers! Ros at the Snow Leopard enclosure went out of her way several times to ensure a great experience and she is to be... Read full review
    • 1LAR1
      Great visit, make sure to download their app
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 9th March 2025
      We really enjoyed our visit and spent the whole day there! Definitely worthwhile downloading the Chester Zoo app- this has a handy feature which gives directions to the animals you want to see, as... Read full review
    • Katie H
      Crewe
      Great zoo
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 9th March 2025
      Such a an amazing zoo, well layed out, animals are cared for, plenty of places to eat and sit! Cant wait to come back again when the new part opens this year! Read full review

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
    • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
    • Ramp / Level Access
    • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

    Catering

    • On-Site café/restaurant
    • Picnic Site

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)

    Payment Methods

    • American Express accepted
    • Delta accepted
    • Diners Club accepted
    • JCB accepted
    • Maestro accepted
    • MasterCard accepted
    • Solo accepted
    • TIC Staff Admitted Free
    • Visa accepted

    Provider Facilities

    • Civil Weddings
    • Conference facilities
    • Toilets

    Provider Features

    • Indoor Attraction
    • Marketing Cheshire Member
    • Outdoor Attraction

    Target Markets

    • Family Fun
    • Marketed Towards Families

    Tours and Demonstrations

    • Demonstrations Given
    • Educational Visits Accepted
    • Guided Tours Available for Groups
    • Guided Tours Available for Individuals

    Contact Us

    Tel: 01244 380280

    Tel: 01244 380280

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