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Chester Zoo Gardens

Upton by Chester, Chester, Cheshire, CH2 1EU

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Tel: 01244 380280

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About Us

The Zoo is not just about animals - it's also home to award-winning gardens which reflect a passion for plants.

There are many gardens for you to explore in the zoo, which are all part of Cheshire's Gardens of Distinction and carefully maintained by our Horticulture and Botany team.

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Opening Times

Open 2021 (1 Jan 2021 - 31 Dec 2021)

Directions

Road Directions

Chester Zoo is open daily from 10 am and there’s free car parking. SAT NAV CH2 1EU.

Public Transport Directions

There is a direct bus link from Chester Railway Station to Chester Zoo running a frequent service. Find out more at www.chesterzoo.org/travel.

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Recent Reviews:

Fogey1
Much, much more thought needed.
Friday, 1st January 2021
Make all the attractions wheelchair friendly - the Islands are a nightmare to negotiate. In fact I would say they are impassable. The fencing around the enclosures are of a height to block the... Read full review
Drake1540
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Fantastic family day out at Chester Zoo
Sunday, 31st January 2021
Children love the immediate wow factor of the elephants and the rhino as you enter the zoo. The clever design means that they are hooked on the excitement as soon as you enter. My top tip would be... Read full review
tonyprobb
An Amazing Zoo
Wednesday, 24th February 2021
As a Family we love Chester Zoo and have been members for years. So much to see and do. Only issue is the patterning on pavements and anti slip strips on the bridges especially around islands make... Read full review

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Facilities

Accessibility

All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
Ramp / Level Access
Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Catering

On-Site café/restaurant
Picnic Site

Parking & Transport

On site parking
Parking (free)

Payment Methods

American Express accepted
Delta accepted
Diners Club accepted
JCB accepted
Maestro accepted
MasterCard accepted
Solo accepted
TIC Staff Admitted Free
Visa accepted

Provider Facilities

Civil Weddings
Conference facilities
Toilets

Provider Features

Indoor Attraction
Marketing Cheshire Member
Outdoor Attraction

Target Markets

Family Fun
Marketed Towards Families

Tours and Demonstrations

Demonstrations Given
Educational Visits Accepted
Guided Tours Available for Groups
Guided Tours Available for Individuals

Further Information

Getting Here - Chester Zoological Gardens

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Tel: 01244 380280

Visit Website

Tel: 01244 380280

Visit Website

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