Colchester Zoo Tickets

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What to Expect...

Discover over 150 species across 60 stunning acres, step into prehistoric worlds, and make lifelong memories at one of the UK's top-rated zoos.

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What's Included in your ticket

Includes:

  • Check Circle Green IconFull day admission to Colchester Zoo and 60 acres of parkland
  • Check Circle Green IconEntry to the Dinosaur Realm prehistoric walkthrough experience
  • Check Circle Green IconUnlimited rides on the Lost Madagascar Express road train
  • Check Circle Green IconAccess to fantastic indoor and outdoor adventure play areas including Jungle Tumble

Excludes:

  • Circle Cross Orange IconOptional keeper shadow experiences and animal feeding encounters
  • Circle Cross Orange IconFood, refreshments, and retail souvenirs
  • Circle Cross Orange IconSeasonal after-hours special evening events

What's On - Events and Activities

Step into an extraordinary world of wildlife discovery where cherished memories are made at every turn. Colchester Zoo invites you on a breathtaking global expedition across 60 acres of picturesque parkland and tranquil lakes, bringing you face-to-face with the wonders of the natural world. Feel the thrill as towering African elephants stride past, watch in awe as majestic Amur tigers prowl through lush foliage, and hear the playful calls of lemurs echoing through the canopy. Wander through the immersive Kingdom of the Wild to gaze across vast African plains where graceful giraffes and mighty white rhinos roam together. From the humid tropical habitat of the Komodo dragons to the splashing antics of Humboldt penguins, your senses will come alive with every single step.

  • Encounter Over 150 Remarkable Species

    Encounter Over 150 Remarkable Species

    Lock eyes with endangered Amur leopards, majestic elephants, and playful primates across beautiful spacious habitats.

  • Walk Amongst Prehistoric Giants

    Walk Amongst Prehistoric Giants

    Journey through the Dinosaur Realm and brave lifelike prehistoric creatures included with your admission ticket.

  • Ride The Lost Madagascar Express

    Ride The Lost Madagascar Express

    Climb aboard the scenic road train for a relaxing journey straight into the captivating home of ring-tailed lemurs.

Attraction Details

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Directions

Colchester Zoo

Maldon Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0SL, England

Tel: 01206 331292

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Last updated: 09:05 29/07/2026

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