Paignton Zoo Environmental Park

Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EU

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Paignton Zoo
  • Paignton Zoo
  • Paignton Zoo
  • Paignton Zoo
  • Paignton Zoo
  • Paignton Zoo
  • Paignton Zoo
  • Paignton Zoo
  • Paignton Zoo
  • Paignton Zoo

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VISIT THE ZOO FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE DAY OUT

Set within 80 acres of beautiful botanical gardens, Paignton Zoo is one of the South West’s most exciting wildlife attractions and a full day out for all ages.

Discover incredible animals from around the world, including western lowland gorillas, Bornean orangutans, Sumatran tigers, Rothschild’s giraffes, southern white rhinos, red pandas, and Chilean flamingos, with something new to explore around every corner.

From immersive habitats and indoor tropical environments to open green spaces, play areas, and winding nature trails, Paignton Zoo is designed for adventure, exploration, and unforgettable wildlife moments.

Rain or shine, there is always something to see and do.

Included With Your Visit

Your ticket includes:

✔ Daily animal talks and feeding sessions

✔ Indoor tropical and desert habitats

✔ 80 acres of gardens and wildlife to explore

✔ Family play areas and nature trails

✔ Seasonal activities and experiences throughout the year

A Full Day Out for the Whole Family

Most visitors spend the whole day exploring the zoo, with plenty of places to stop for lunch, drinks, snacks, and sweet treats along the way.

Whitley’s Kitchen sits at the heart of the zoo, while additional kiosks and takeaway outlets can be found across the site. Before you leave, visit our gift shop near the main entrance for wildlife-inspired gifts and souvenirs.

Planning Your Visit

Paignton Zoo is open daily from 10am, except Christmas Day.

Closing times and last admission vary throughout the year, so please check the website before travelling for the latest opening information, updates, and ticket prices.

Booking online is recommended to secure the best price and your preferred date of visit.

For the latest updates, visit www.paigntonzoo.uk

Guide Prices

Booking online is advised to secure best price and date of preferred visit. Please go to the Paignton Zoo website to find full information regarding current day admission prices.

Opening Times

Open New Year
Open Christmas

* Paignton Zoo is open everyday, except Christmas Day, from 10am. Last admission and closing times vary throughout the year so please check the website.

Facilities

Other

  • Gift Shop
  • Lift: There are lift(s) available.  An evacuation chair should also be available in case of emergency.
  • Single-level: The venue is all on one level, with no steps or raised thresholds. 
  • Step-free access to all or most areas: There is step-free access to all or most areas. This may include access by ramp or lift. As a minimum, there is step-free access to an accessible toilet and at least one food and beverage outlet, where available. 
  • Step-free entrance: There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance. This may be via a ramp or lift. 
  • Website

Attraction Facilities

  • Shop

Catering

  • On-Site café/restaurant
  • Picnic Site

Children & Infants

  • Accept children all ages
  • Accept Children Over 3
  • Baby Changing Facilities
  • Facilities for children

Establishment Features

  • Cater for groups
  • Eco Friendly
  • Groups Welcome
  • On-site Restaurant/Cafe
  • Open All Year
  • Picnic Area
  • Shop
  • Tea / Coffee Shop
  • Toilets

GENERAL

  • Changing Places toilet: There is a Changing Places toilet, which includes an adult size changing bench, toilet, sink and hoist.  
  • Disability awareness / equality training: Disability awareness / equality training is provided for staff. 
  • Emergency alarm with flashing lights: There is an emergency alarm with flashing lights, to alert deaf guests to a fire or other emergency scenario. 
  • Emergency evacuation plan for disabled people: Personal or General Emergency Evacuation Plans are in place for disabled customers. 
  • Enclosed outdoor area: There is an enclosed outdoor area for customer use. 
  • Map / floorplan showing accessibility facilities: A map or floorplan showing accessibility facilities is available.  
  • Seating at regular intervals: Seating is available at regular intervals.  
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet in public areas: A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users, and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements, is available within the main public areas. 
  • Wheelchair-accessible viewing area: A wheelchair-accessible viewing area with step-free access is available providing an optimal vantage-point to view performances, presentations or activities. 

Key Features

  • Approx length of visit - We recommend around 4 to 6 hours for a zoo visit.
  • Families
  • Groups
  • In countryside
  • Indoor Attraction
  • Outdoor Attraction
  • Smoking Some Areas

PARKING

  • Designated accessible parking: Designated accessible parking is available within 50 metres of the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance if applicable.
  • Step-free route with firm surface from car park to entrance: There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance. 

Parking & Transport

  • Coach Parking
  • Free Car Parking
  • On Bus Route
  • Parking (free)
  • Parking On Site
  • Parking On-site or Valet Parking

Payment Methods

  • Contactless payment accepted

RESTAURANT / DINING ROOM / BAR

  • Dietary requirements catered for: A selection of food is offered for a range of dietary requirements. 
  • Quieter table: A table located in a quieter area is available, where noise is minimised. 
  • Table service as standard or on request: Table service is available as standard or on request. 
  • Wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet: There is at least one wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet on site.  

Specialist Features

  • Family Fun
  • Marketed towards children
  • Marketed towards families
  • Marketed towards senior citizens
  • Marketed towards student/youth
  • Themed Events

Sustainability

  • Waste - Plastic-Free

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted

Travel & Trade

  • Group discounts available
  • Groups Welcome
  • Packed lunches available
  • Wi-fi available

Venue Facilities

  • Groups Accepted

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

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    • Excellent
      3665
    • Very Good
      1340
    • Average
      520
    • Poor
      287
    • Terrible
      248

    Recent Reviews:

    • Helen C
      Reading, United Kingdom
      Improvements are being made
      3 of 5 stars
      14th Sept 2026
      Lovely to see flamingos as we arrived. We started off with the Rainforest Trail and we were quite disappointed to see messy vegetation and couldn’t see any animals at all. However when we explored... Read full review
    • TheProfessionalEater
      Wonderful day at Paignton zoo
      5 of 5 stars
      17th Sept 2026
      We had a great day at Paignton Zoo, spending a full six hours exploring the park. One of the things we particularly appreciated was seeing the animals in spacious, natural-looking environments. The... Read full review
    • mickkE3985HV
      Excellent Zoo
      5 of 5 stars
      18th Sept 2026
      I have to say we've been to a lot of Zoos but Paignton Zoo is one of the best. It's been a while since we last came and it's changed so much for the better. The animal environments are wonderful and... Read full review

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous -WTTC Safe Travels WTTC Safe Travels 2021

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