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Paignton Zoo Environmental Park

4,507 Reviews

#2 of 20 things to do in Paignton

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Open Now: 10:00 - 16:30

Totnes Road, Paignton TQ4 7EU, England

Open today: 10:00 - 16:30

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“Fantastic day out”

Plenty to do and see great day out with separate jungle play areas classed in ages so suitable for... read more

Reviewed yesterday

Elaine A

Paignton, United Kingdom

“Fun for all the family”

The zoo is large with a good variety of animals. The animals have plenty of space and are well... read more

Reviewed yesterday

heatherf0707

Paignton, United Kingdom

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Average6%
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About

Paignton Zoo Environmental Park is a conservation and education charity located in South Devon. With around 2,500 animals, we have more species than anyone else in the South West. These include: crocodiles, snakes, lions, tigers, giraffes, elephant...more

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Hours Today: 10:00 - 16:30

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Suggested duration: More than 3 hours

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Totnes Road, Paignton TQ4 7EU, England

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Elaine A

Paignton, United Kingdom

Reviewed yesterday

Fantastic day out

Plenty to do and see great day out with separate jungle play areas classed in ages so suitable for children of different ages group especially when wet. We have annual pass less than £60.00 per adult really saves money over the year for us as...More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank Elaine A

heatherf0707

Paignton, United Kingdom

3312

Reviewed yesterday

Fun for all the family

The zoo is large with a good variety of animals. The animals have plenty of space and are well cared for. They are well spread out so that even when the zoo is busy the zoo does not feel over crowded. The zoo has a...More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank heatherf0707

Alexanderd8265

Paignton, United Kingdom

4315

Reviewed 3 days ago

Great Day Out

Great Day Out For All The Family , Getting Expensive ,, But Still Worth The Money.. Open Air Pens .. and Animals All Well Treated.. Some Amazing Sights, and The Kids Are Catered For With Lots Of Play Areas and Play Zones ..More

Date of experience: September 2018

Thank Alexanderd8265

Hello Alexander, thank you for taking the time to leave your great five-dot review! We're thrilled to hear that your enjoyed your recent visit to us and feel that the whole family experience we offer is good value for money. We aim to provide a...More

DexHawk

Axmouth, United Kingdom

138

Reviewed 4 days ago via mobile

Not what it used to be!

Disappointed that a lot of animals were locked up out of view during our visit. Communication is key, if the list of animals not available to view would’ve been at the entrance we would not have been wondering around aimlessly and ending up so disappointed....More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank DexHawk

Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We're sorry to hear that you were disappointed with your recent visit to us and did not manage to see many of our animals. I can ensure you that any animals that are not...More

Lisa S

Devon, United Kingdom

135

Reviewed 1 week ago

Lovely experience

Paignton zoo is so large that you seem to miss quite a lot without realizing. Street signs to say where animals are not so goodMore

Date of experience: September 2018

Thank Lisa S

Hi Lisa, thank you for taking the time to leave your five-dot review. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed your Zoo experience with us - we are indeed a site of 80 acres, so there is lots to see and do all in one...More

MarionMcCune

Argyll and Bute, United Kingdom

12543

Reviewed 1 week ago

Loved this Zoo

I didn't even know that there was a zoo in Paignton until I visited the area for the first time. Absolutely excellent with loads of interesting animals to view. I am very concerned about animal welfare and was really pleased to see that the enclosures...More

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank MarionMcCune

Hi Marion, thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed your recent visit to us and liked seeing and finding out more about the amazing array of animals we are home to. We take great pride...More

jeffdrew2017

Paignton, United Kingdom

11229

Reviewed 1 week ago

Not just the best zoo but also a conservation park

We recently took our nephew and niece to Paignton zoo. Their parents were totally against going to any zoo as they believed it was a cruel environment. I have grown up in this area and knew Paignton zoo had many conservation programs for endangered species...More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank jeffdrew2017

Hi Jeff, thank you for taking the time to leave your brilliant review! We're super pleased to hear that you, your niece and nephew had a great day with us. We aim to offer an experience that is exciting and educational for all ages. I...More

nicky w

Topsham, United Kingdom

13857

Reviewed 1 week ago

Sunday trip with 10 year old

Visited here many times before and different times of the year so decided on a day trip as we now only live 30 minutes away. It was very quiet which is why we chose today as we never ever go during school holidays as It's...More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank nicky w

Hi Nicky, thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We're pleased to hear that you and your family enjoy your visits to us - thank you for your continued support! Over the winter months can be a perfect time to visit the...More

John H

152

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Great day out

We have a yearly pass so visit quite often, we take our two grandsons and they really enjoy the alligators, giraffes and elephant.it's a great time for old and young. Plenty to see and plenty of places to eat either your picnic or buy a...More

Date of experience: September 2018

Thank John H

Hi John, thank you for taking the time to leave your great five-dot review. It's wonderful to hear that you are Annual Pass members with us and feel that we offer something for every age. Our crocodiles, giraffes and Duchess our African elephant are definitely...More

nkurn

Tiverton, United Kingdom

13032

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Another year, another lovely visit

Our kids love it here! As well as a beautiful park with lots of well looked after animals there are plenty of outdoor play areas and a good sized soft play area all inclusive of entry price. We do the annual pass as it includes...More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank nkurn

Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave your brilliant five-dot review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoy your visits to the Zoo and our sister sites from being Annual Pass members. Thank you for your continued support for us...More

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Mobile675317

How far is it to walk around the zoo?

16 September 2018|

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I don’t know the exact miles but I would say approx 2-3 miles in total, it’s a big zoo but amazing place to visit, so many varied animals, would definitely recommend :).

breezababe

Can you pay on the day and how much to get in

16 September 2018|

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It costs £19.60 for an adult ticket if you pay on the day, but you may have to queue so it might be worth buying online and picking up at the gates so you get more time in the zoo.

Tracey S

do you have mobility scooters for hire?

1 September 2018|

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Yes they do, I don't believe you have to pre-book but if it is a busy time, you might want to contact them in advance and check to make sure you will get one.

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