The UK certainly has some great day trips and sights to see. If you’re vacationing with kids, or if you simply love animals, why not visit one of the UK’s fantastic zoos? Not only will you get to see a range of amazing, distinctive animals, you can also enjoy the knowledge that these zoos are involved in important conservation work around the globe.
London Zoo, London
Opened in 1828, over the decades London Zoo has grown from a collection of animals intended to be used for scientific study, to an amazing array of rare and wonderful species which the zoo is working hard to conserve. You can enjoy seeing tigers, lions, giraffes and more, as you explore the beautiful grounds of this city zoo.
Chester Zoo, Cheshire
Home to over 27000 species, Chester Zoo occupies a huge site and it’s definitely worth dedicating a whole day to exploring. The zoo has recently acquired some super rare snow leopards, but you can also expect to see an array of reptiles, primates and other big cats.
Paignton Zoo, Devon
Located just a few miles from the coast, Paignton Zoo boasts animal species including a salt water crocodile, rare black rhinos and lowland gorillas. The site will generally take a day to explore, but if you’re visiting in the summer then it’s definitely worth heading down to the beach to catch the sunset at the end of your day.
