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Opening Hours

Open daily from 9.30am – 5pm

Last entry is 4pm. African Plains closes at 4.30pm.

Please Note: The South American House is closed due to renovations. Plan ahead for your wild adventure, view key updates or closures, and please leave scooters, bikes, rollerblades & skateboards at home. Find out more
11:15 am
Sulawesi Crested Macaque Keeper Talk
11:45 am
Red Panda Keeper Talk
12:15 pm
Asian Elephant Keeper Talk
12:45 pm
Gorilla Keeper Talk
2:30 pm
Sea Lion Keeper Talk

Welcome to Dublin Zoo:
A WILD EXPERIENCE THAT PROTECTS WILDLIFE – IN THE HEART OF DUBLIN

Step into a world of discovery in the heart of Phoenix Park and explore over 400 animals across 70 species. From majestic elephants to playful primates, Dublin Zoo offers unforgettable experiences for visitors of all ages.

More than a day out, every visit makes a difference. As a conservation charity, every ticket purchased directly supports our mission. 100% of every euro spent at Dublin Zoo helps protect wildlife, preserve habitats, and inspire future generations worldwide.

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Conservation in action

DID YOU KNOW?

Dublin Zoo is a conservation charity that meets the world’s highest standards of ethical animal care. We are proud to be certified by the Global Humane Society, reflecting our commitment to animal wellbeing by meeting and exceeding the most rigorous welfare standards.

100%

of every euro spent at Dublin Zoo directly supports our conservation work. Your visit powers vital change for wildlife

60k

learners engage with our conservation programmes each year, turning curiosity into action for the planet

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conservation partners in Ireland and abroad are directly supported by the vital work we do right here at Dublin Zoo

Discover our curriculum-linked programmes and experiences designed to inspire the next generation of conservationists

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Events at
Dublin Zoo

Ready for an unforgettable adventure? There’s always something new and exciting happening at Dublin Zoo! Whether you’re here to learn, play, or simply make wild memories, this is your guide to all the action. Explore what’s on below and start planning your perfect day out!

Education

Parent & Toddler Sessions

25 FEB, 11 MAR, 25 MAR, 28 MAR, 15 APR, 18 APR, 13 MAY, 27 MAY
SPECIAL EVENT

Conservation Lecture | Saving Red Pandas Together

27 Feb
SPECIAL EVENT

Sensory-Friendly Mornings

11 FEB, 4 MAR, 10 MAR, 25 MAR
Education

Engineering for Elephants

07 Mar
Education

Dinosaur Discovery – Family Experience

14 MAR, 28 MAR
Education

Junior Easter Workshop

8 APR, 9 APR
Education

Young Zoologist (teen workshop)

10 Apr

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The wonder of the wild, available anytime, anywhere. Welcome to your guide for all things Dublin Zoo. Whether you’re planning a visit or exploring from home, find real-time webcams, our animal encyclopedia, events, conservation stories and more - all in one place!

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A World of Good Zoo News

From historic medical milestones to new arrivals, discover the latest stories from the heart of Dublin Zoo

Animals
Imani the hippo undergoes historic cataract surgery at Dublin Zoo
Dec 12, 2025

Operation gives visually impaired female hippo sight in her left eye

Visitors
Dublin Zoo Leads the Way with ISL Accessibility for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Visitors
Sep 26, 2025

On Thursday 25th September, Dublin Zoo became the first Irish zoo to have Irish Sign Language (ISL) interpreted videos for Deaf and hard of hearing visitors available through QR codes.The initiative, in collaboration with Chime, the national charity for Deaf and hard of hearing people, was launched with a visit by Chime’s Dublin Deaf Group […]

Animals
Critically Endangered Bongo Calf Born at Dublin Zoo
Mar 27, 2025

Latest arrival to Dublin Zoo healthy and thriving Birth is an important conservation event with less than 100 eastern bongos left in the wild Dublin Zoo is celebrating the birth of a healthy eastern bongo calf, a species classified as critically endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Born on the 20th […]

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Dublin Zoo Becomes Primary Donor for the Critically Endangered Sulawesi Crested Macaque
Jul 28, 2025

Successful first fundraising run through Dublin Zoo announced as an annual event in support of threatened species worldwide Dublin Zoo held its first-ever Run for Wildlife in aid of the Critically Endangered Sulawesi crested macaque Dublin Zoo is now the primary donor and lead advocate for Selamatkan Yaki, supporting conservation of the Critically Endangered Sulawesi […]

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Leading Zoos Unite to Advance Wildlife Conservation Through Cryobanking
Oct 14, 2025

In a bold step for global wildlife conservation, Toronto Zoo (Canada), Chester Zoo (United Kingdom) and Dublin Zoo (Ireland) announced a strategic partnership to expand efforts in wildlife cryobanking. This collaborative initiative aims to safeguard the living genetic material of both native and globally threatened species, strengthening future conservation and restoration efforts worldwide. Live cell […]

Animals
Dublin Zoo Welcomes New Orangutan and Unveils Heart-Warming Mural
Aug 7, 2025

Dublin Zoo is delighted to officially announce the arrival of Miri, a female adult Bornean orangutan. Miri, who is 34 years old, arrived from Duisburg Zoo in July and has been settling in extremely well, developing a friendship with 20‑year‑old Mujur, the other female Bornean orangutan in Dublin Zoo’s Orangutan Rainforest. Visitors have been getting […]

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Dublin Zoo Celebrates Birth of Endangered Okapi Calf
Jul 23, 2025

Female calf of third-time mother Lumara born on Good Friday. Dublin Zoo is delighted to announce the birth of a rare and endangered female okapi calf, born on the morning of Good Friday, April 18th, 2025. Proud mother Lumara, aged 10, is caring for her calf beautifully, and both are thriving. Over the past three […]

Animals
Inspiring Change, Saving Wildlife - Dublin Zoo Honoured at 2025 BIAZA Awards
Jul 8, 2025

8th July 2025 – Dublin Zoo is celebrating a standout performance at this year’s prestigious BIAZA Awards, hosted by the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA), where it was recognised once again for excellence in conservation leadership and public engagement. Dr. Andrew Mooney, Senior Conservation and Science Officer at Dublin Zoo, received […]

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A United Effort for Ireland’s Native Wildlife: Dublin Zoo and NPWS Sign Landmark Memorandum of Understanding
Mar 25, 2025

Dublin Zoo and the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formally collaborate on advancing native species conservation efforts in Ireland. Dr Christoph Schwitzer, Director of Dublin Zoo; Ciara Carberry, Director of Nature Conservation at NPWS; Christopher O’Sullivan TD, Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity; and […]

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Did you know?

Unlike most tree-dwelling animals that have to back down, the Red Panda is one of the few species on Earth that can descend from heights head-first thanks to its flexible ankle joints. Bet you didn’t know that!

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African spurred tortoises are the third-largest tortoise species in the world, but they are the #1 largest among tortoises that live on a mainland (the only two bigger ones live on islands: the Galapagos and Aldabra tortoises).

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Giraffes have a dark purple tongue, which is believed to prevent it from getting severely sunburnt while they spend long hours eating leaves from tall trees under the African sun. Can you believe it?

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An elephant’s trunk has over 40,000 muscles, but zero bones! This makes it sensitive and strong enough to pick up a single blade of grass or spray over a gallon of water. Pretty cool!

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Humboldt penguins are often found in warmer climates, not just Antarctica! They live along the coastlines of Peru and Chile, surviving thanks to the cold, nutrient-rich Humboldt ocean current.

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It was truly amazing and magical. The enclosures were built well and appropriate for the animals, and were built in innovate ways. They animals are incredibly well taken care of, proper enclosures, food, daily enrichment. The zoo is built around the animals, not the people.

Jamie

This was my 2nd visit to the Dublin Zoo. Lots of great things for kids if you have them. The animals are obviously well cared for and the lush surroundings are a pleasure to walk around in.

Scott

Spent the morning at Zoo after hopping off the hop on hop off bus. Warmly welcomed by the staff as we entered with clear explanations on how to get around the zoo. This zoo is extremely clean and well maintained.
The animals have good space and enclosures. You can see the animals close up, when they felt like it, and staff were constantly going around checking for any litter.

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