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Zoos & Wildlife Parks in Edinburgh
Animal-mad kids (and adults) are well served around Edinburgh — think Edinburgh Zoo, Elite Falconry and Five Sisters Zoo Park. Every park below shows its distance, facilities and visitor reviews.
Zoos & Wildlife
3.2 mi from Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo
Edinburgh Zoo is home to the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland and more than 2,500 animals from around the world, including Scotland's only sloths and koalas alongside penguins...
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20.3 mi from Edinburgh
Hillview Animal Park
Hillview Animal Park is a small, family-run attraction where you can meet the animals and take part in open days and events held throughout spring and summer, bookable via Eventbri...
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21.5 mi from Edinburgh
Scottish Owl Centre
The Scottish Owl Centre is home to more than 140 owls from around the world, set within the walled garden of the former Polkemmet mansion house in Whitburn. You can watch daily all...
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24.5 mi from Edinburgh
Scottish Deer Centre
The Scottish Deer Centre is a wildlife park set across more than 55 acres of Fife countryside, home to 12 species of deer alongside wolves, lynx, Scottish wildcats and a European b...
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Make a day of it
Feeding times and keeper talks are the highlights at most parks — check the day's schedule when you arrive and plan your route around them.
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Frequently asked questions
How far are these from Edinburgh?
Every attraction shows its distance from Edinburgh — most families find up to 30 miles workable for a day out, and the list is sorted nearest first.
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