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Chester Zoo
Nearby · Upton-by-Chester
A full day of wildlife and conservation north of the historic city centre.
Plan your visit
Indoors & outdoorsPaid admission
240–360 minutesOur suggested time hereSuggested visit length: editorial estimate for a substantial zoo visit, varying with stops and activities. Allow extra time for travel and meals.
- Admission
- Zoo admission is ticketed. Babies enter free; an eligible visitor buying a full-price adult, student or child ticket can obtain one free carer ticket with supporting evidence.
- Access & terrain
- Changing Places facilities and mobility-scooter hire are listed by the official destination guide. BSL videos are available by QR code at locations around the zoo; consult the zoo's detailed access guide for individual needs.
- Dogs
- Pets are not admitted. Contact the zoo before bringing an assistance dog; access follows a designated route and excludes some areas.
- Parking
- Free on-site parking, including designated disabled parking and EV charging spaces; check charging terms separately.
- Public transport
- Stagecoach services 1 and X1 link Chester and Liverpool via the zoo. The official destination guide identifies the X1 connection from Chester Railway Station.
Sources & checked details
Checked 2026-09-19. Opening, admission and access arrangements can change; check the official guide before travelling.
Chester Zoo — plan your visit ↗Chester Zoo — accessibility and carer tickets ↗Chester Zoo — assistance-dog terms ↗Chester Zoo — getting here ↗Visit Cheshire — Chester Zoo facilities and transport ↗WHILE YOU’RE HERE
Around Chester
These stops can be combined on foot from Chester city centre.
Journey labels start from the town centre. If you are at an outlying landmark, plan the journey from there separately.
A little wander
City walls and Eastgate
Walk from the town centreChoose a short section of the raised walls for views of the cathedral and streets. Expect steps and narrower sections; check current closures.
Time for a pause
Chester Market
Walk from the town centreThe Exchange Square market near Northgate Street offers food stalls and shared seating; check the chosen trader's opening days.
Another discovery
Grosvenor Museum
Walk from the town centreContinue to Grosvenor Street for Roman collections and local history. General entry is free; upper galleries have no lift.
Sources & checked details
Checked 2026-09-19. These are suggestions, not turn-by-turn routes. Check opening days, access and any admission requirements before setting out.
Official visitor information ↗Official visitor information ↗Official visitor information ↗A little closer
Look around
- Wildlife habitats
- Planted paths
- Conservation landscape
Drag to turn the miniature, or zoom in to explore its details. An artistic impression of the place and its setting.
