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Colchester Zoo

Maldon Road | Stanway, Colchester, England
01206-331292
Ranked #1 of 11 attractions in Colchester
4.5 of 5 stars 69 Reviews
Type: Zoos
Owner description: Colchester Zoo is one of the finest Zoos in Europe with over 260 rare species in 60 acres. See "Playa Patagonia" with its 24 metre tunnel under the...... more » Owner description: Colchester Zoo is one of the finest Zoos in Europe with over 260 rare species in 60 acres. See "Playa Patagonia" with its 24 metre tunnel under the water to view sea lions swimming above your head and "Dragons of Komodo" for the infamous Komodo Dragons. At the "Spirit of Africa" you can see the breeding group of African elephants and at "Kingdom of the Wild" there's Zebras, Ostriches, White Rhinos, and Giraffes in a huge savannah style enclosure. Orangutan Forest opens 2009. Don't miss the chance to feed the elephants and giraffes yourself plus lots of other daily displays. « less
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Activities for young children
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Richard F
Colchester, United Kingdom
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11 reviews
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2012 NEW

Those that do like Zoo's say this is a good one. Good kids indoor play area. Food is, well, what you'd expect. More

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Alun01268
Basildon, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012 NEW

I have been a Gold member (yearly pass holder) for two years and now have a platinum card (24months). Unusually visit once every 6-8weeks and think its a great zoo. Lucky to have such a nice zoo less than a hour away. And as soon as the weather warms up again I expect I'll be going even more often There... More

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HeidiColchester
Colchester
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012 NEW

It's the best zoo I have ever been too - friendly staff who clearly care a great deal for the animals - I take my nephew regularly as we have gold passes which are very good value for money. Highly recommended More

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martinryder3
billericay
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16 reviews
7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2012 NEW

World class. A whole day is needed to explore. Many new exibits are added every year More

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GaryCopford
Colchester, Essex
Top Contributor
80 reviews
49 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012

Went here with the kids and had a great day out. Just enjoy the animals, who look so well. More

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Helen A
Chelmsford, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012

We live just 25 mins away and have the platinum loyalty cards, I try to visit the Zoo as often as possible,, with a 6 year old & 2 year old, something new to discover each time,, Our favourite animals are the Orangutans,,,could go the Zoo just to spend time with them. Staff are friendly & helpful, plenty of places... More

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JAN53
Colchester, England
Senior Contributor
32 reviews
17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012

Well worth a visit with or without children. Has a lot of under cover enclosures so any weather is ok. Animals have nice clean roomy enclosures - enjoyed it very much. More

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closey_69
Colchester, United Kingdom
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

Absolutely everything for a wonderful family day out More

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The_Mortons_in_Essex
Colchester
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

A fantastic zoo, so much to see and do and there is something new every time we go More

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Katherine R
Colchester, England, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

Outranks every other zoo we have been to in size, quality of animal enclosures and education. More

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