Whipsnade Zoo - ZSL
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Enjoy the perfect festive family day out at Whipsnade Zoo this Christmas season
Bring your friends, kids and family to Whipsnade Zoo this Christmas for a fun-filled festive experience!
There’s plenty of seasonal cheer and exciting activities waiting for everyone, from family and kid friendly activities to festive animal fun, Christmas-themed animal talks, and plenty of holiday surprises. Santa is also back at the Santa grotto for an additional charge.
Head to Whipsnade Zoo and discover the spirit of Christmas while exploring the zoo and creating memorable moments with your loved ones from the 23rd of November 2024 to the 6th of January 2025.
Book Whipsnade Zoo tickets today and visit the UK's biggest zoo!
Experience a world of wildlife when you book Whipsnade Zoo tickets! Enjoy a whole day of amazing animals, spectacular sights and memory-making at the largest zoo in the UK!
There's so many things to do and see at Whipsnade Zoo
Set in over 600 acres of the beautiful Chiltern Hills countryside, Whipsnade Zoo is an escape from the urban jungle:
- See over 11,000 amazing animals, including rhinos, tigers, giraffes, elephants, zebras and more!
- Enjoy a full day out with the animals roaming in the large outdoor enclosures
- See the Asian elephants in their custom-designed centres for Elephant Care - can you spot the baby?
- Visit the rockhopper and African black-footed residents of the Penguin Pool!
- Discover new depths as you delve deeper into the underwater world at Whipsnade's Aquarium
- Bask in the tropical temperatures of the Butterfly House, surrounded by thousands of fluttering friends
- Meet the new residents at Whipsnade Zoo's brand new Monkey Forest!
- Experience a real jungle environment with macaques and anoa's living side-by-side!
- Stop for a snack at one of Whipsnade's many food vendors and cafes
- Let the little ones run wild in the Adventure Area, over 7,800m² of themed play equipment
With so much to do, Whipsnade Zoo is one of the best days out for families in Luton - spend an entire day meeting animals, trying tasty treats and wandering around the wild!
One of the best family-friendly days out in Luton
Buy best value tickets for Whipsnade Zoo, located in the stunning Chiltern Hills in Luton, and make the most of your day out in Bedfordshire!
Included in your Whipsnade Zoo ticket:
- Entry: All-day entry to Whipsnade Zoo
- Instant delivery: Receive eTickets instantly via email and text
- Please note: Whipsnade Zoo's last entry is an hour before closing.
So if you're looking for things to do in Luton, places to visit outside London, or simply looking for one of the UK's best zoos, we recommend booking your Whipsnade Zoo tickets today!
England,
Buckinghamshire LU6 2LF
How to find us
Address: Whipsnade Zoo, Whipsnade, Dunstable, LU6 2LF
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By Car:
- M25 (Junction 21): 20 minutes away
- M1 (Junction 9 & 12)
By Bus:
Centrebus local services that operate from Dunstable to ZSL Whipsnade Zoo:
- 40
- 40A
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transport accessible
- Food and drink
- Parking
Whipsnade Zoo in Dunstable, Bedfordshire is primarily wheelchair accessible, however there are some hard to reach areas:
- Subway between external car park and entrance to the Zoo
- Elephant Car Park
- Elephant access from the Rhinos - prone to flooding during winter months due to grassy area
- Path from Base Camp to flamingos
- Owl Wood
Due to Whipsnade Zoo housing free-roaming animals, dogs and assistance dogs are not permitted on-site.
There is a wide range of food and drink available for visitors at Whipsnade Zoo:
- Base Camp Restaurant
- Viewpoint Kitchen & Deli
- Visitor Centre Cafe
- Hullabazoo
- African Outpost
Whipsnade Zoo's opening times are as follows:
- 29th March - 3rd September: 10am - 6pm
- 4th September - 27th October: 10am - 5pm
- 28th October - 14th February: 10am - 4pm
- 15th February - 29th March: 10am - 5pm
- 30th March 2025 - onwards: 10am - 6pm
Children under the age of 3 years are entitled to free entry to Whipsnade and London Zoo. Please ensure you book a ticket for them when you book yours so they know how many visitors to expect.