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
  • Website

Accessibility

  • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
  • Assistance Dogs
  • Easy access from main roads/good public transport links
  • Facilities for Disabled Visitors
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
  • Ramp/Level Access
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

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

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 & 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

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:

4.3 of 5 stars
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    • Very Good
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    • Average
      504
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    Recent Reviews:

    • Tom H
      Average
      4 of 5 stars
      17th Apr 2026
      Not a bad zoo lots of great animals and places to sit and watch the kids play, The zoo was undergoing lots of renovation works as just been taken over. So cant comment much, Possibly a little too... Read full review
    • Nerd_Alert1992
      Halesowen, United Kingdom
      A great family day out, top day out in the area
      5 of 5 stars
      19th Apr 2026
      My partner and I visited the zoo 12 years ago and weren’t overly impressed. As we were on holiday in the area with our toddler we thought we’d visit again, as like most young kids he loves... Read full review
    • Claire E
      Great day out
      5 of 5 stars
      26th Apr 2026
      We had a full day at this zoo yesterday and it was fantastic . From the moment we walked in greeted by the amazing pink flamingoes to then hearing the sounds of the gibbons swinging through the trees... Read full review

    Awards

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

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