Welcome to Dublin Zoo

As one of the world’s oldest and most popular zoos, the 28-hectare park is home to some 400 animals in an environment where education and conservation combine for an exciting and unforgettable experience. There are so many amazing animals to discover from elephants, lions, tigers, gorillas, giraffes and orangutans to penguins, sea lions, red pandas and rhinos plus so much more. A unique experience for visitors of all ages, Dublin Zoo is open all year round*.

*Occasionally, due to circumstances outside of our control, Dublin Zoo may be forced to close to the public, e.g. extreme weather conditions, or state occasions. This is to ensure the safety of our visitors, staff and animals.

Welcome to Dublin Zoo

As one of the world’s oldest and most popular zoos, the 28-hectare park is home to some 400 animals in an environment where education and conservation combine for an exciting and unforgettable experience. There are so many amazing animals to discover from elephants, lions, tigers, gorillas, giraffes and orangutans to penguins, sea lions, red pandas and rhinos plus so much more. A unique experience for visitors of all ages, Dublin Zoo is open all year round*.

*Occasionally, due to circumstances outside of our control, Dublin Zoo may be forced to close to the public, e.g. extreme weather conditions, or state occasions. This is to ensure the safety of our visitors, staff and animals.