Visitors
Name Dublin Zoo’s Giftshop
Wed 25 FebruaryLeafing It to You! Name Dublin Zoo’s New Gift Shop & Win a Wild Shopping Spree
Events
Wild Hearts - Valentine's at Dublin Zoo 2026
Fri 06 FebruaryDublin Zoo has something for everyone this Valentine’s weekend, whether you’re a pair of lovebirds, a flock of friends or simply flying solo on a self-care date!
Events
Dublin Zoo Unveils an Exciting 2026 Sneak Peek!
Tue 20 JanuaryDublin Zoo Unveils an Exciting 2026 Sneak Peek!
Visitors
Waddle Away the Winter Blues: Dublin Zoo Golden Ticket competition
Wed 14 JanuaryCelebrate Winter Waddle Week at Dublin Zoo from January 19th–25th. In honour of Penguin Awareness Day, one lucky visitor will win a Golden Ticket for a lifetime pass to Dublin Zoo!
Visitors
The Dublin Double: EPIC and Dublin Zoo Unite for an Enchanting Winter Experience
Wed 22 OctoberThis winter, Dublin comes alive with story, light, and family memories as EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum and Dublin Zoo unite for The Dublin Double: a one-of-a-kind city adventure that takes visitors from the vibrant heart of the Docklands to the glowing trails of Phoenix Park, all in a single, unforgettable day. Tickets can be […]
Events
Boo at the Zoo: Spooktacular Halloween Celebrations at Dublin Zoo!
Thu 02 OctoberBoo at the Zoo: Spooktacular Halloween Celebrations at Dublin Zoo! Kids in costume go free* on the 31st October Dublin Zoo is calling all local monsters, witches and superheroes to step into the wildest celebration in town this Halloween: Boo at the Zoo! From October 25th to November 1st 2025, Dublin Zoo will transform into […]
Visitors
Dublin Zoo Leads the Way with ISL Accessibility for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Visitors
Fri 26 SeptemberOn 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 […]
Events
Dublin Zoo's Wild Lights 2025 - The Wild Kaleidoscope
Wed 24 SeptemberThe Wild Kaleidoscope theme will see visitors experience 13 dazzling zones of vibrant colour, including the largest lantern ever featured at Wild Lights. Inaugural festive food market announced with seasonal treats such as wood-fired pizza, mulled wine and golden crêpes. To celebrate the launch of Wild Lights, Dublin Zoo and Sunway Holidays are giving one […]
Conservation
Native Species Spotted on Site at Dublin Zoo
Thu 21 AugustBecome a Wildlife Detective at Dublin Zoo! Ever noticed a buzzy bee on a flower near the African plains or a tiny ladybird crawling on a leaf by the wolf den? Dublin Zoo is home to our amazing animals, but it’s also a sanctuary for hundreds of wild Irish species – and we need your […]
Animals
Dublin Zoo Welcomes New Orangutan and Unveils Heart-Warming Mural
Thu 07 AugustDublin 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 […]
Animals
Dublin Zoo Celebrates Birth of Endangered Okapi Calf
Wed 23 JulyFemale 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 […]
Events
Wild Lights Tickets on Sale Now!
Thu 12 JuneSomething strange is happening at Dublin Zoo: The adults have stepped aside, and a team of tiny experts have taken over. The secret mission in question? To plan an unforgettable Wild Lights event that promises to be FULL of surprises, and more magical than ever before. The one thing they CAN reveal is that tickets […]
Events
Zoorassic Trail Takeover
Fri 23 MayIt’s a Jurassic Party! Spielberg’s Jurassic Park Advisor Dino Don Lessem Leads the Zoorassic Trail Takeover at Dublin Zoo this June Special guest Dino Don Lessem, world-renowned dinosaur expert and Jurassic Park science advisor, will host Dublin Zoo’s Zoorassic Trail Takeover. Exclusive ticketed events and dino-tastic fun at Dublin Zoo from Thursday 26th – Sunday […]
Animals
Farewell to Leonie, the Quiet Matriarch of Dublin Zoo
Thu 24 AprilDublin Zoo is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Leonie, our much-loved 44-year-old female Northwest Bornean orangutan. An iconic presence since her arrival from Rotterdam Zoo in 1984, Leonie was at the heart of our orangutan family for four decades. Dublin Zoo team leader Ciarán McMahon, who first met Leonie in 1995 as a […]
Animals
Critically Endangered Bongo Calf Born at Dublin Zoo
Thu 27 MarchLatest 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 […]
Animals
A United Effort for Ireland’s Native Wildlife: Dublin Zoo and NPWS Sign Landmark Memorandum of Understanding
Tue 25 MarchDublin 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 […]
Visitors
Dublin Zoo’s new Zoorassic Trail Allows Visitors to Walk Among Dinosaurs
Wed 26 FebruaryDublin Zoo is excited to announce that Zoorassic Trail, an immersive animatronic dinosaur experience for the whole family, will open to the public on the 12th of March 2025. Zoorassic Trail is set to showcase over 40 of the world’s most realistic animatronic dinosaurs, bringing these prehistoric creatures to life like never before. This immersive […]
Animals
Dublin Zoo’s Commitment to Animal Welfare Confirmed by Global Humane Certification
Tue 11 FebruaryDublin Zoo is proud to announce that it has been officially recognised as a Global Humane Certified Zoo, a prestigious certification awarded by Global Humane Society, the international organisation dedicated to helping ensure high standards of animal welfare in zoos, aquariums, and conservation parks worldwide. Dr. Christoph Schwitzer, Director of Dublin Zoo commented on this […]
Visitors
Embark on ‘A Journey Through Time’ as Wild Lights Returns to Dublin Zoo
Thu 26 SeptemberDublin Zoo has unveiled the theme of this year’s award-winning night-time event, Wild Lights: ‘A Journey Through Time’. There’s something for all ages, from the youngest dinosaur experts to older history buffs! Visitors will travel billions of years back in time, all the way to the big bang. From there, intrepid time-travellers will have the […]
Visitors
Enjoy the Mental Health Benefits of a Visit to the Zoo
Tue 17 SeptemberAs we transition from summer into autumn, Dublin Zoo are hoping to brighten up visitors’ days with a half price weekend offer* to encourage them to experience the mental health benefits that a visit to the Zoo can bring. As we bid farewell to the grand stretch in the evenings until next year, visitors to […]
Visitors
And the Winners Are! Celebrating Our ‘Perfect Day at Dublin Zoo’ Drawing Competition Winners
Thu 12 SeptemberDublin Zoo is delighted to announce the winners of our ‘Perfect Day at Dublin Zoo’ drawing competition. Earlier in the summer, we called on junior Zoo Explorers to submit a drawing of their ‘Perfect Day at Dublin Zoo’. Thank you to everyone who participated and shared their incredible artwork with us. We received so many […]
Visitors
Celebrate Science Weekend at Dublin Zoo to spark your imagination!
Wed 07 AugustDublin Zoo invites visitors to celebrate Science Weekend this Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th of August. Over the weekend, visitors of all ages will have the chance to experience an array of exciting science shows and interactive experiments. There will be plenty of activities for everyone in the family to enjoy throughout this weekend of […]
Animals
Paw-some Big Cat! Dublin Zoo welcomes new Asian lion
Wed 31 JulyDublin Zoo is delighted to announce the arrival of male Asian lion, Kushanu, from Edinburgh Zoo. Five-year-old Kushanu has joined nine-year-old female, Kamala, at the Asian lion habitat at Dublin Zoo, which is located beside Sea Lion Cove and close to the red panda habitat. Kushanu has been getting used to his new habitat since […]
Visitors
Win a Family Day Out to ‘98FM’s Summer Safari at Dublin Zoo’
Mon 22 JulyReady for the perfect family day out? 98FM are throwing the ultimate summer party at Dublin Zoo and they want YOU to be there! This summer, Dublin Zoo want you to create unforgettable memories with your family and experience magical moments together, and ‘98FM’s Summer Safari at Dublin Zoo’ is a great opportunity for some […]
Visitors
Summer Events for Families at Dublin Zoo
Fri 19 JulySummer is the perfect time for endless family adventures and Dublin Zoo is a wonderful place to create unforgettable memories together. With over 400 animals to discover from across the globe and a lineup of exciting events for all ages to enjoy, Dublin Zoo offers a great day out that delivers on fun, learning and […]
Visitors
Grandparents go free to Dublin Zoo*!
Wed 17 JulyHave a grand time at Dublin Zoo with this special offer valid from Monday 22nd to Friday 26th July Dublin Zoo invites grandparents to avail of a ‘Grandparent Goes Free’ offer* from Monday, 22nd to Friday, 26th July. This summer, Dublin Zoo hopes visitors will create unforgettable family memories that will last a lifetime. Celebrate […]
Visitors
Experience Dino Discovery Weekend at Dublin Zoo
Tue 16 JulyOn Saturday, 20th and Sunday 21st July, visitors to Dublin Zoo can expect a T-rexcellent time! Dublin Zoo opening hours extended for summer months, with 50% discount on entry after 4pm* Dublin Zoo is inviting visitors to travel back in time for Dino Discovery Weekend, taking place this Saturday and Sunday from 11.30am to 4.30pm. […]
Visitors
Tonnes of Excitement! Asian elephant bull Aung Bo arrives at Dublin Zoo
Wed 26 JuneDublin Zoo is delighted to welcome mighty Asian elephant bull, Aung Bo, at the state-of-the-art elephant habitat at the Kaziranga Forest Trail. Aung Bo, who weighs almost five tonnes and is three metres tall, is 22 years old and arrived from Chester Zoo in England. Although large in size, Aung Bo has a very gentle […]
Visitors
Enjoy Father’s Day at Dublin Zoo, with Dads Going Free*
Wed 12 JuneDublin Zoo invites families to celebrate Father’s Day with a ‘Dads Go Free’ offer this Sunday, 16th June. Celebrate dad and all he does by spending some quality time together at Dublin Zoo and creating unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime. Visitors can avail of the complimentary adult ticket when a full paying adult […]
Animals
Big Cat, Spotted! Dublin Zoo welcomes first cheetah arrival since 2004
Thu 06 JuneDublin Zoo is delighted to announce the arrival of female Northeast African cheetah Callie. The five-year-old arrived just last week from Fota Wildlife Park, who manage the European breeding program for the species. There was great excitement at the arrival of Callie, the first cheetah at Dublin Zoo since 2004. Callie has been settling in […]
Visitors
Get ready for a roaring week of educational entertainment as Zoo Live returns
Wed 08 MayTune in on May 13th, 14th and 15th on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player at 7pm. Following the success of its last live series in 2022, Zoo Live is back. Broadcasting over three nights from Dublin Zoo’s African Savanna, Zoo Live promises to transport viewers of all ages into the captivating and seldom-seen world of one […]
Visitors
Ernie, male hippopotamus, dies at Dublin Zoo
Thu 02 MayDublin Zoo is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Ernie, our male hippopotamus. Ernie, who was aged 20, arrived in April 2024 from the West Midlands Safari Park in England and joined female Heidi at the African Plains. Described as ‘inquisitive’ and with an ‘active nature’, Ernie was a vibrant addition to Dublin Zoo […]
Animals
Sibu, Bornean orangutan, dies at Dublin Zoo
Thu 29 FebruaryDublin Zoo is deeply saddened to announce that Sibu, our beloved male orangutan, has died. He was 45 years old. Everyone in Dublin Zoo is devastated by the loss of Sibu, who has been an iconic figure at the Zoo since he first arrived 40 years ago this year. He was gentle, caring and highly […]
Visitors
A Roaring Mother’s Day Adventure!
Thu 29 FebruaryMums Go Free at Dublin Zoo* This Mother’s Day, 10th March, Dublin Zoo invites families to celebrate the wonderful mothers in their lives with a ‘Mums Go Free’ offer. It’s a day which demands a show of appreciation for mothers, and what better way to show that gratitude than with a quality family day out […]
Visitors
Endangered Siamang Gibbon Baby Born & Sulawesi Crested Macaques Return
Wed 31 JanuaryDublin Zoo is celebrating the birth of a rare baby siamang gibbon, born overnight on the 2nd of December. The new arrival marks an important milestone in Dublin Zoo’s conservation efforts, as parents Cahaya (14) and Luca (22) are genetically important to the European Endangered species programme. The sex of the baby is still unknown, […]
Events
Love Gone Wild
Mon 29 JanuaryThis Valentine’s Day weekend, Dublin Zoo invites couples to celebrate the holiday of love with an unmissable package deal. On Saturday, February 17th and Sunday, February 18th, visitors can avail of the Love Gone Wild offer to receive entry to Dublin Zoo for two people, a special guidebook for the day ahead, romantic souvenirs and […]
Visitors
Dublin Zoo Welcomes a White-Naped Mangabey Baby
Wed 11 October50% Off Tickets* to Celebrate Dublin Zoo is delighted to announce the birth of a white-naped mangabey to its troop. The baby, born on September 26th, is the eighth offspring of mother Monifa and father Danso. Weighing approximately 400g, keepers have said it is too early to determine the sex of the infant. To celebrate […]
Visitors
Roaring Fun Awaits: Dublin Zoo Announces Carnival Weekend
Wed 23 AugustThis weekend, Dublin Zoo is marking the return to school with the Last Zoo-rah carnival themed event for all ages, complete with circus-style entertainment, magic shows and inflatable games! This Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th August, visitors to Dublin Zoo will be treated to an exciting carnival celebration, with roaming jugglers, stilt walkers and hula-hoopers […]
Visitors
Dublin Zoo announces special ticket offer to celebrate summer!
Thu 20 JulyDublin Zoo is delighted to announce 25% off tickets purchased online* for Saturday, 22nd and Sunday, 23rd of July to celebrate the mid-way point of the summer holidays! Visitors will have a chance to go on a journey to learn about the diverse animals cared for at Dublin Zoo and create precious memories while they […]
Animals
Dublin Zoo Celebrates Endangered Species Day with special ticket offer
Mon 15 MayDublin Zoo has announced 25% off tickets purchased online* for Saturday, 20th and Sunday, 21st of May to celebrate Endangered Species Day. Over the weekend, visitors will have a chance to learn about the importance of supporting biodiversity, conservation and animal welfare while enjoying the family fun activities taking place. To celebrate Endangered Species Day, […]
Visitors
Red Panda Sculpture Unveiled
Fri 09 SeptemberA new red panda sculpture has been unveiled to showcase Dublin Zoo’s gratitude to all supporters of the ‘Save Dublin Zoo’ campaign, without which Dublin Zoo faced potential closure. To thank the public for their support, Dublin Zoo is offering visitors 50% off tickets on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th September by booking online at […]
Animals
Dublin Zoo offers half price tickets in celebration of International Red Panda Day
Fri 09 SeptemberTo thank the public for their support, Dublin Zoo is offering half price online tickets on 17th & 18th of September. Dublin Zoo has today announced half price entry for tickets booked online for the weekend of International Red Panda Day, Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th of September, to acknowledge the generosity and support it has […]
Animals
The Zoo TV series is back for 2022
Fri 24 JuneFollowing the success of Zoo Live, The Zoo TV series is returning for an incredible 11th season on RTÉ next Sunday 26th June. This series once again takes viewers behind the scenes at Dublin Zoo to see their favourite animals and the dedicated animal care team who look after them. There is great excitement in […]
Visitors
Gardening for Gorillas By Stephen Butler
Wed 25 MayThe life of a zoo horticulturalist is no monkey business! Gardening for Gorillas leads the reader down a densely planted path as Dublin Zoo transforms from its almost Victorian appearance to one of the world’s leading zoos and most popular visitor attractions which it is today. Stephen Butler was fortunate during his 37 years […]
Conservation
There’s a buzz around Dublin Zoo
Tue 17 MayDublin Zoo is buzzing with excitement to announce we are taking part in The All Ireland Pollinator Plan (AIPP) to help save Irish bee species, other pollinating insects and plants across the country. This five year plan aims to encourage a better way of looking after our whole landscape to support our struggling biodiversity in […]
Visitors
Dublin Zoo welcomes its 60,000,000th visitor!
Thu 12 MayDublin Zoo is delighted to have welcomed its 60,000,000th visitor through the gates this week. In September 1831, Dublin Zoo opened to members of the Zoological Society of Ireland and visitors who could afford the six pence entrance fee. Over almost 200 years, Dublin Zoo has become one of the world’s leading Zoos. It’s a […]
Animals
Dublin Zoo welcomes two Venezuelan red howler monkeys
Thu 14 AprilHatch a plan to visit them this Easter Dublin Zoo is delighted to welcome two Venezuelan red howler monkeys, the newest species to arrive to the South American House. The two male red howler monkeys, both aged five, arrived from Tierpark Berlin and are settling into their new habitat very well. Venezuelan red howler […]
Animals
Brand new habitat, the Himalayan Hills takes Dublin Zoo to new heights
Fri 01 AprilTánaiste Leo Varadkar TD opens New Red Panda and Snow Leopard Habitats at Dublin Zoo Dublin Zoo is delighted to unveil its newest habitat – the Himalayan Hills. Inspired by the natural habitat of red pandas and snow leopards in the wild, the Himalayan mountain range, the new area will reflect the look and feel […]
Holidays
Leap into Spring with Dublin Zoo!
Wed 09 MarchDublin Zoo is offering you a zooper discount of up to 35% off tickets booked online for Thursday 17th – Sunday 20th March with the use of promo code SPRING22. * This promotion has now finished. But hurry, there are only 5,000 discounted spots available daily – so leap on over and pre-book your visit […]
Visitors
2021 saw Dublin Zoo look forward to the future
Mon 10 January2021 has been a challenging yet rewarding year for Dublin Zoo. Over the past twelve months, Dublin Zoo celebrated its 190th anniversary while also welcoming numerous new arrivals including a Californian sea lion pup, a Sulawesi-crested macaque and both Humboldt penguin and Waldrapp Ibis chicks. In October, Dublin Zoo launched an ambitious 10-year strategic plan […]
Visitors
Dublin Zoo closure: 31st December 2020
Thu 31 DecemberFollowing the recent announcement from Taoiseach Micheál Martin regarding COVID-19, we have taken the decision to close from 4pm on 31st of December until further notice. If you had a booking for December 31st, 2020 and could not attend due to the 5km travel restrictions please email [email protected] with your name and reference number and we […]
Animals
#SaveDublinZoo
Tue 17 NovemberDublin Zoo launches fundraising campaign to help ‘Save Dublin Zoo’ 18 November 2020: Dublin Zoo today announced the launch of the ‘Save Dublin Zoo’ fundraising campaign, appealing to the Irish public for help, as financial losses caused by ongoing Covid-19 restrictions continue to mount. The campaign has been launched to raise vital funds to help […]
Events
Wild Lights Update
Mon 07 SeptemberWe are extremely grateful to our annual pass holders and visitors for your patience and support as we, like many others, navigate challenges we have never experienced before due to Covid-19. Over the past few months we have been working hard to safely welcome visitors to Dublin Zoo, strictly adhering to governmental health and safety […]
Visitors
Dublin Zoo to reopen
Mon 01 JuneDublin Zoo to reopen under new health and safety protocols on June 2nd, 2020 Dublin Zoo today announced it will reopen to the public on June 2nd in a reduced capacity and under new strict health and safety protocols. Tickets to attend Dublin Zoo must now be pre-booked online in advance, solely via the Dublin […]
Animals
A Zoo-tastic Year for New Arrivals at Dublin Zoo!
Mon 30 December2019 has been a wonderful year for Dublin Zoo. Over the past twelve months, Dublin Zoo has welcomed numerous new arrivals including two western lowland gorillas babies, two Rothchild’s giraffe calves, three California sea lion pups, two red-ruffed lemur pups and six Chilean flamingo chicks to name but a few! Take a look through this […]
Visitors
Short Story Competition
Mon 16 DecemberWild Lights Short Story Competition Dublin Zoo partnered with The Irish Independent to give budding young writers the chance to win family tickets to Wild Lights, annual passes to Dublin Zoo and some goodie bags. There were two age categories (Age 6-9 and Age 10-13), and with the help of their parent or guardian, entrants […]
Visitors
Half Price Adult Tickets Until the End of 2019!
Thu 28 NovemberAdults go Half Price as Dublin Zoo Celebrates its 1 Millionth Visitor for 2019! Dublin Zoo is offering a whopping 50% discount* on adult day tickets to celebrate welcoming their one millionth visitor to the Zoo this year. The offer will be valid 7 days a week from Saturday 30th November right up until the […]
Careers
How to Become a Zookeeper
Thu 05 SeptemberSo, you want to be a zookeeper? The work of a zookeeper is very rewarding. However, it is also very physical and requires a lot of different skills and qualifications. Here are some tips to consider if you want to be a zookeeper. Daily tasks Zookeepers have very busy days. Working in a zoo is […]
Animals
Wolves in the Woods Now Open!
Thu 05 SeptemberWolves in the Woods, the new habitat for the pack of seven grey wolves, is now open! A large and stimulating space for the wolves, Wolves in the Woods, is over 4000 m2 in size and was inspired by the natural environment of the grey wolf. The new habitat includes a stunning water feature, a […]
Events
Dublin Zoo is open every day over the Easter Holidays
Fri 17 MayDublin Zoo will be open every day over the Easter Holidays (including Good Friday, Easter Saturday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday) from 9:30am-6pm with last entry at 5pm. We are also hosting our Easter Extravanganzoo event on Easter Sunday and Easter Monday from 12-4pm with Easter games, a fun trail and face-painting. And special appearances by the Easter […]
Events
Second year of Wild Lights a roaring success as Dublin Zoo visitor numbers increase by 35% from 2017
Thu 10 JanuaryDublin Zoo breaks one million visitor mark for the 8th consecutive year Dublin Zoo’s annual visitor numbers released today reveal that 2018 was another very busy year. Dublin Zoo welcomed 1,230,145 visitors, exceeding the one million mark for the eighth year running. The 2018 visitor number once again confirms Dublin Zoo’s status as Ireland’s most […]
Visitors
2017 was a Zooper Year at Dublin Zoo!
Wed 10 JanuaryVisitor numbers exceed the one million mark for the seventh year running 2017 was another busy year for Dublin Zoo. Over the course of the twelve-month period, Dublin Zoo welcomed 1,108,728 visitors through its gates. Exceeding the one million mark for the seventh year running, the 2017 footfall figure confirms Dublin Zoo as Ireland’s most […]