Our Experiences give you an incredible opportunity to get up close to some of the zoo’s incredible animals & plants, as our expert keepers guide you through their daily routines. From feeding penguins to coming face-to-face with a giraffe, there’s something for every animal lover.
New for 2026 we have e-gift cards making it easy for them to choose their ideal experience
Continue your South Asian expedition by exploring the amazing Manado Play! area – perfect for all young explorers!
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Lovingly created by our play experts, there’s so much to discover in the amazing Madagascar Play!
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Nature Play! provides an imaginative and stimulating space for children to discover fun tunnels, swing bridges, nets, climbing frames and stepping stones!
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Choose from your favourite animals and our artists will turn your own handprints into the perfect family memento.
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A magical adventure using interactive puppetry and storytelling to explore the challenges that winter brings to UK wildlife.
The glow is a gift from the magic wishes he’s been given.
Pop into one of our face painting stations around the zoo and be transformed into your chosen animal by one of our professionally trained face painters.
top challenge (Peak season only) Support our mission Every penny spent in our gift
A greater one-horned rhino adoption includes a generous donation that not only contributes to the wellbeing of the animals at the zoo but also supports funding for projects across the globe and offers you something amazing in return!
Adopt a greater one-horned rhino Whether you buy an adoption for yourself or as a gift
giraffe calf born on Boxing Day has been described by keepers as the best Christmas gift
Find answers to frequently asked questions about Chester Zoo. Discover useful information on tickets, opening times, memberships, animal experiences, accessibility, and more. Explore our FAQs to make the most of your visit
How do I book tickets with a gift voucher?
