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

4.7/5(1,333)

Jennifer C

Couple

Verified booking

3 days ago

The Scoth Whisky Experience was our first stop of the day and it was incredible! The tour was fun and informative, our guide Victoria was a delight, and the final stop (not gonna spoil it in a review) was a CAN NOT MISS! 100% recommend! I will say the meeting location listed in the app was incorrect and you meet inside the building not out front. The Edinburgh Dungeon was a wild time! I went to this attraction 20 years ago and it has completely changed from what it was back in the day and because I didn't look into it and expected it to just be the same two decades later, I inadvertently took my best friend to a scare experience (and she is not a fan of scare experiences) but thankfully she did enjoy herself (which is why I am able to write this today!) And I had a blast! The scare actors were incredibly talented and the scares were absolutely earned! And we both appreciated that there was no touching. That's always a point of contention here in the states with grabbing. 100% worth doing if you like history and scares!

Matt W

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

We had a fab time at Edinburgh zoo! When we first got through the entrance the first animal we saw was the Red Panda, and a helpful staff member told us all about him, his personality and his friend (who was off on an adventure to hopefully have a baby!). This carried on into the rest of the trip as we had several very helpful and friendly staff members come over and talk to us about the animals or exhibits we were looking at, which was really nice to see and very appreciated! The penguins were really fun, there's windows around the back of their area and if you wander down there, the ones swimming enjoy interacting with you - we stayed there for about 20 minutes playing hide and seek between the windows with one curious little penguin. We had lunch in the Grasslands restaurant and while the app to order was running a little slow (could have been my phone too!), a server saw and came over to take our order instead, she was also very lovely and helpful. The prices at the restaurant were very fair and also included a free child's meal with 2 adults - bonus! The food was also gorgeous and there's a decent range including vegetarian options. There's so many animals to see, you'll burn off a fair few calories getting round them all but you can easily spend several hours here. A really fun, very insightful and very fairly priced day out!

Justine W

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Absolutely — I’d keep it genuinely enthusiastic but centre it on Bertie’s experience, since that’s the bit that was genuinely five-star for you. We visited the Edinburgh Dungeon for my son’s 9th birthday, and it was easily one of the highlights of our trip to Edinburgh – he absolutely loved it! The actors were brilliant throughout and really threw themselves into their roles. There was a great balance of humour and scares: funny enough that we were laughing a lot, but with just the right amount of creepiness and jumpy moments for a nine-year-old who enjoys being scared! We also really liked the way the experience moves you from room to room, with each one telling a different part of Edinburgh’s darker history. It felt much more immersive than simply walking around an attraction, and the interaction with the actors made it especially memorable. A really fun, theatrical experience and a fantastic birthday treat. My son was still talking about it afterwards, which probably says it all!

Nidal A

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

We had such a wonderful day at Edinburgh Zoo! 🐧🦁 My son absolutely loves animals, so this was one of the highlights of our trip to Scotland. There is so much to see, the grounds are beautiful, and we really enjoyed taking our time exploring together. The staff were friendly and the whole experience was very well organised. Definitely worth visiting, especially with children. A lovely day and some very special memories for us. ❤️

Dana A

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The zoo is a wonderful outing for anyone, kids or otherwise. There is a lot of uphill and downhill walking so factor that in. The app is very helpful in navigating the huge space and the playgrounds were incredible. There are also some food and beverage options to satisfy. Though the entry line was long, they processed it fast! Book tickets online to make that even faster.

Lee M

Family

Verified booking

Last week

All 5 of us (3 adults, 2 children) had an amazing day at the Zoo. I thought it was very well laid out and the animals all seemed to be well looked after. The penguins and the capybaras were wonderful, and we spent a while watching them. Fabulous day out. We will be back.

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
Justine W
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Absolutely — I’d keep it genuinely enthusiastic but centre it on Bertie’s experience, since that’s the bit that was genuinely five-star for you. We visited the Edinburgh Dungeon for my son’s 9th birthday, and it was easily one of the highlights of our trip to Edinburgh – he absolutely loved it! The actors were brilliant throughout and really threw themselves into their roles. There was a great balance of humour and scares: funny enough that we were laughing a lot, but with just the right amount of creepiness and jumpy moments for a nine-year-old who enjoys being scared! We also really liked the way the experience moves you from room to room, with each one telling a different part of Edinburgh’s darker history. It felt much more immersive than simply walking around an attraction, and the interaction with the actors made it especially memorable. A really fun, theatrical experience and a fantastic birthday treat. My son was still talking about it afterwards, which probably says it all!
Nidal A
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
We had such a wonderful day at Edinburgh Zoo! 🐧🦁 My son absolutely loves animals, so this was one of the highlights of our trip to Scotland. There is so much to see, the grounds are beautiful, and we really enjoyed taking our time exploring together. The staff were friendly and the whole experience was very well organised. Definitely worth visiting, especially with children. A lovely day and some very special memories for us. ❤️
Miss Elizabeth B
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Having booked the tickets made entry to the zoo quicker and cheaper. The highlight was seeing the recenly born baby animals, like the capybara and sloth. I also saw the armadillo for the first time.
Karen S
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Very easy entry, no long queues, staff are fantastic with the children. Buying tickets through Headout ( first time Iv used them) saved us sone money too so that's always a plus
David N
Family
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
I think it was the animals and keepers rather than your ticketing system that made for a nice day out of the bustle of the Festivals. But your ticket did work so that is good

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.

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.

Get directions to the redemption point

Ticket redemption point

Show your ticket at Edinburgh Zoo.

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

Get directions to the redemption point