About Dublin Zoo

Looking for a wild day out the whole family will love? Dublin Zoo is the perfect place to make unforgettable memories! With a huge collection of animals, the 28-hectare park and popular family attraction is an animal-filled adventure waiting to be explored!

Things To Do At Dublin Zoo

Located in the heart of Phoenix Park, Dublin Zoo is home to over 400 animals worldwide! Little explorers will be wide-eyed with wonder as they face a host of exotic animals. From majestic Asian elephants and lowland gorillas to roaring lions, snow leopards and towering giraffes. It's where learning meets laughter, and kids won't even realise how much they're picking up along the way!

  • Wild Encounters Up Close

    From elephants and lions to red pandas and sea lions, kids can meet over 400 amazing animals in habitats from around the world at Dublin Zoo!

  • Interactive Play Zones

    Let little explorers burn off energy in themed play areas designed for climbing, crawling, and letting imaginations run wild!

  • Keeper Talks & Animal Feeds

    Don’t miss the daily schedule of talks and feeds, where families can learn fun animal facts and see the stars of the zoo in action.

Attraction Details

Opening Times

Regular Times

  • Monday, 09:00 - 18:30
  • Tuesday, 09:00 - 18:30
  • Wednesday, 09:00 - 18:30
  • Thursday, 09:00 - 18:30
  • Friday, 09:00 - 18:30
  • Saturday, 09:00 - 18:30
  • Sunday, 09:00 - 18:30

Plan Your Visit

Clock IconTypical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Tick IconSuitable for Kids and Adults too

FAQs

Directions

Dublin Zoo

Phoenix Park, Dublin, County Dublin, Dublin 8

Tel: 01 474 8900

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