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Combo (Save 5%): Edinburgh Zoo + Edinburgh Dungeon Tickets

Visitors react in fear during the Edinburgh Dungeon Cannibal Clan experience.

Victorian characters in a dimly lit alley at Edinburgh Dungeon.

Chilean flamingos in habitat at Edinburgh Zoo.

Clownfish swimming near coral in reef tank at Edinburgh Zoo.

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Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience

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Pranitha

Dec 2025

Verified booking

I loved my visit to Edinburgh Zoo. The day was full of memorable highlights, especially seeing the animals in such spacious and thoughtfully designed habitats. The penguins were a real standout for me – watching them during feeding time was both fun and heart-warming, and their playful behaviour made the experience unforgettable. I also appreciated how calm and scenic the zoo felt as I walked around. The setting, combined with the clear efforts made for animal care, made the visit feel genuinely meaningful. The staff were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, and their passion for the animals and conservation added a special touch to the whole experience. Overall, the visit was enjoyable, educational, and truly memorable.

Brandy

Dec 2025

Verified booking

We booked the Edinburgh Zoo + Edinburgh Dungeon combo tickets through Headout and honestly had such a great time. Edinburgh Zoo was lovely to walk around, well laid out, and the animals looked well cared for. Seeing a sleepy tiger absolutely zonked out was a highlight and made for the cutest photo ever. The views over the city were a nice bonus too. The Edinburgh Dungeon was the complete opposite vibe in the best way: dark, funny, immersive, and full of brilliant actors who really committed to the experience. Booking through Headout was quick, easy, and cheaper than buying separately. Perfect combo if you want a full day that mixes wholesome animal moments with laughs, jumps, and a bit of spooky fun.

Pearl

Jan 2026

Verified booking

We always visit a zoo wherever we are if possible. Edinburgh Zoo is in the outskirts of town which was a bit odd. My husband has mobility issues so the staff drove us to the top of the zoo by the dinosaurs exhibit & we slowly walked down. You can hire an electric buggy but theres some parts you cant get to as the slopes are too steep, even when walking down. Not all the ankmals were out for viewing which i dont blame them, it was NY Day & very cold. Penguin cafe was nice, a ham sarnie, a scone with jam & butter plus 2 large teas was £14 i think, which was the cheapest bill so far in Edinburgh! We were there for 2hrs, if it wasnt so hilly we woulc have seen more. But we enjoyed it.

Visit both Edinburgh Zoo and Dungeon, sitting 6 km apart from each other. Explore each at your own pace, same day or separate days!

Explore 86 hectares featuring giant pandas, penguins, and red pandas, plus enjoy keeper talks revealing wildlife stories and vital conservation efforts.

Meet Edinburgh’s notorious characters like Burke & Hare & the Witch Pricker during 11 live shows and finish with the adrenaline-pumping Drop Ride to Doom.

Edinburgh Zoo

Standard entry tickets to Edinburgh Zoo

Edinburgh Dungeon

Entry to the Edinburgh Dungeon

80-mins show

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Mubeen
Jan 2026
Verified booking
Edinburgh Zoo is a fascinating and enjoyable place to visit, especially for families and animal lovers. Set on a hillside, the zoo offers beautiful views over the city, which makes walking around even more memorable. One of the main highlights is seeing the giant pandas, which are rare and exciting animals to observe. The zoo is also home to penguins, koalas, lions, and many other species from around the world. The penguin parade is particularly popular and entertaining. The enclosures are generally spacious and designed to suit the animals’ needs, and there is a strong focus on conservation and education throughout the zoo. Informational signs help visitors learn about endangered species and the importance of protecting wildlife. Although the zoo involves a lot of walking uphill, there are plenty of rest areas and cafés. Overall, Edinburgh Zoo is an educational, fun, and worthwhile attraction that offers a great day out.
Justin
Jan 2026
Verified booking
Me and my girlfriend went to edinburgh zoo and it was amazing! We were worried that because it was winter we wouldn't see any animals. However, we were suprised to see all the animals we went in for. The staff were lovely and the enclosures for the animals were amazing. My girlfriend was so excited to see the capybaras, she cried!! Amazing experience, would highly recommend to anyone that has a love for animals and conservation. The zoo seem to be participating in a lot of conservation work which i love to see as a wildlife and conservation management student at SRUC. 10/10 experience, thanks to everyone at Edinburgh Zoo
Adam
Jan 2026
Verified booking
This was a wonderful day out, the rockhopper penguins were sat right in front of us the whole time and a lovely volunteer had a super interesting chat with us while a group of three king penguins waddled over to wave at us. We were really happy to see all the animals had lots of room and many seemed to enjoy the attention and would approach us. Just a wonderful experience, highly recommend!
Grace
Jan 2026
Verified booking
My partner and I were only in Edinburgh for a short few days and the zoo was the first thing that we did in googling tickets to the zoo had it was so simple and we had tickets exactly for the time we wanted on our phones within minutes, they were cheaper than if you were to buy them in person and we spent all day at the zoo and had a ball
Anna
Jan 2026
Verified booking
All about the visit I had was amazing... thanks for the wonderful experience 😊 animals well taken care of ... cleanliness spotless.. friendly staff... wonderful and tasty food ...even a little tiny robin was so friendly with us ..an awesome fun day and a memorable one too.

Get the best of Edinburgh with one ticket and enjoy spooky thrills at Edinburgh Dungeon plus a full day meeting amazing animals at Edinburgh Zoo.

Getting started

Start wherever you want at the Dungeon or the Zoo. Show your mobile ticket at the entrance. For the Dungeon, make sure to arrive within your 15-minute time window for ticket checks and quick security before the fun begins.

What to expect

Edinburgh Dungeon

Prepare for 80 minutes of dark Scottish history with live actors and detailed sets. The shows move fast and finish with an unforgettable drop ride.

Features

Live shows and sets: Meet infamous characters like Burke and Hare, witness witch trials, plague cures, and medieval torture all performed by skilled actors.

Thrilling ride: The drop ride finale gives you an adrenaline rush with a free-fall ride simulating a public hanging.

Edinburgh Zoo

Explore one of Scotland’s largest zoos with a huge variety of animals and a strong focus on conservation. Walk through open habitats and get close to wildlife from all over the world.

Features

Animal variety: See animals from big cats and primates to penguins and reptiles in natural-style enclosures.

Conservation efforts: Learn how the zoo supports global wildlife protection through breeding programs and education.

Flexible visit: Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace and take part in interactive animal encounters and exhibits.

The Edinburgh Dungeon

Monday	11:00am - 04:00pm	last entry 03:00pm
Tuesday	11:00am - 04:00pm	last entry 03:00pm
Wednesday	11:00am - 04:00pm	last entry 03:00pm
Thursday	11:00am - 04:00pm	last entry 03:00pm
Friday	11:00am - 04:00pm	last entry 03:00pm
Saturday	10:30am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:00pm
Sunday	10:30am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:00pm

Edinburgh Zoo

Monday	10:00am - 04:00pm
Tuesday	10:00am - 04:00pm
Wednesday	10:00am - 04:00pm
Thursday	10:00am - 04:00pm
Friday	10:00am - 04:00pm
Saturday	10:00am - 04:00pm
Sunday	10:00am - 04:00pm

What to bring

Edinburgh Zoo + Edinburgh Dungeon

Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a seamless experience.

What’s not allowed

Edinburgh Zoo + Edinburgh Dungeon

Sharp metallic tools or objects, drones, alcohol, smoke bombs, fireworks, glass bottles, illegal substances, rollerblades, skateboards, scooters, and large bags are not allowed on this experience.

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Entry to kids under 15 without guardians is not included with these tickets.

Edinburgh Zoo

Radios, bikes, roller skates, hoverboards, barbecues, balloons, balls, ice-cream sticks and glass items are not allowed on this experience.

Smoking is not allowed, including e-cigarettes.

Edinburgh Dungeon

Photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.

Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 4 years.

Accessibility

Edinburgh Zoo + Edinburgh Dungeon

This experience is wheelchair accessible.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Edinburgh Zoo

This experience is pram/stroller accessible.

Edinburgh Dungeon

Elevators are available at the venue for easy access.

People with back issues and pregnant people are restricted from participating in certain shows of this experience.

Additional information

Edinburgh Zoo

Facilities: parking.

Visitors wearing costumes might be asked to remove them for safety.

Re-entry after entering isn’t permitted without park authority approval.

The park may close in extreme weather; tickets will be valid for a later visit.

Edinburgh Dungeon

Facilities: restroom.

Guests aged 16 or 17 are required to present ID or a parent/guardian’s written permission.

The recommended age to visit the dungeon is 8 and above.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Ticket redemption point

Show your ticket at The Edinburgh Dungeon.

Address: 31 Market Place, Edinburgh EH1 1DF, United Kingdom.

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Ticket redemption point

Show your ticket at Edinburgh Zoo.

Address: 134 Corstorphine Rd, Corstorphine, Edinburgh EH12 6TS, United Kingdom

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