If you're visiting today, you can purchase On The Day Tickets below.
Prices
Visits between 28th March and 22nd May 2026
Prices With Donation
| Ticket Type | Gate Prices |
|---|---|
| Adult (16-59yrs) | £31.63 |
| Child (3-15yrs) | £23.38 |
| Senior (60+yrs) | £29.98 |
| Under 3 | FREE |
| Assistant | FREE |
Prices Without Donation
| Ticket Type | Gate Prices |
|---|---|
| Adult (16-59yrs) | £28.75 |
| Child (3-15yrs) | £21.25 |
| Senior (60+yrs) | £27.25 |
| Under 3 | FREE |
| Assistant | FREE |
*Prices shown with donation include a voluntary donation and are eligible for Gift Aid. Prices are correct at the time of publishing and are subject to change without notice. A £0.50 booking fee applies per transaction. Tickets must be booked online at least 24 hours in advance to obtain our E-ticket offer.
ARRIVING AFTER MIDDAY?
We recommend visiting the following areas first as they all close an hour before general zoo close:
- Kingdom of the Wild
- Elephant Kingdom
- The Lost Madagascar Express Road Train
Important Information
- All tickets are non-refundable
- Tickets purchase on the same day as your visit will be charged at the Gate Price and do not qualify for the E-ticket discount.
- We reserve the right to ask for age verification and photo ID for admission ticket upon entry into the Zoo; this includes under 3 ticket selection.
- We are unable to allow admittance to children under the age of 16yrs without a full paying adult or adult passholder.
- Those visiting with a valid Annual Membership, open-dated ticket or complimentary tickets are not required to pre-book in advance.
- Please note that we are unable to take payment over the phone for E-ticket purchases. If you have a query about a booking, please email enquiries@colchesterzoo.org
Upcoming Events
Click the event below to find out more!
Easter Holidays
🗓️ 28th March – 12th April 2026
Scales, Tails & Feathers Weekend
🗓️ 18th & 19th April 2026
Bluey and Bingo
🗓️ 25th April 2026
