Zoo & aquariumAssistance dogs4.5 editorial
Edinburgh Zoo
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Over an hour from your starting point
Review
A hillside zoo with knockout city views and the famous Penguin Parade. It is steeper than you remember — buggies with decent brakes help. Excellent indoor primate houses when the haar rolls in.
Our recommendation. Start at the top and walk down. Time the penguin parade; it is still the photo of the day.
- Penguin Parade
- Koalas and chimps
- Hilltop views
- Budongo Trail
Best age groups
Penguins and pandas (when present) plus a steep hillside
Toddlers 0–4
A strong fit
Little kids 5–8
A strong fit
Tweens 9–12
A strong fit
Teens 13–16
A strong fit
Pets
Assistance dogs only.
- Time needed
- Full day
- Typical cost
- ££
- Cover
- Mostly outdoors