Book tickets New baby ape! Read about our latest arrival Zoo map Your visit Zoo map News and events News Events Competitions Kids go free this December 29 November 2021 Kids go free this December This December we have a fantastic offer to help you get in the festive mood! For every adult admission purchased you will receive ... Read full story Feel Festive at Belfast Zoo 26 November 2021 Feel Festive at Belfast Zoo Over two weekends in December, visitors will notice a touch of magic in the air at Belfast Zoo as we get into the festive spirit f... Read full story Belfast Zoo achieves a silver Green Tourism Award 22 November 2021 Belfast Zoo achieves a silver Green Tourism Award We have been awarded a silver Green Tourism accreditation in recognition of our sustainable practices within the zoo! Read full story Our animals View all animals Conservation and history More conservation and history History of the zoo Learn about our history, when we opened, and recent developments. Read full story The role of a modern zoo Zoos were first created as private collections, or menageries but their aims and objectives have changed greatly. Read full story Breeding programmes Good zoos are more than simply a place to see animals. We play a vital role in the conservation of species at risk. Read full story Slide 1 Slide 2 Slide 3 Slide 4 First name Last name Email address Please tick the box to agree to be contacted by email on zoo news, events, competitions and promotions. Please tick the box to confirm you have read our privacy notice. Sign up Opening times Tickets and prices Your visit News and events Contact us Careers Facebook Tripadvisor Twitter Instagram YouTube Book tickets Make a donation Become a member Biaza Waza Eaza Green Tourism © Copyright Belfast City Council 2021 Accessibility statement Cookies Disclaimer Copyright Privacy statement Site map SPEAK This site uses cookies Some of these cookies are essential, while others help us to improve your experience by providing insights into how the site is being used. For more information visit our Cookies Statement (Opens in a new window) I AcceptReject All Necessary Cookies Necessary cookies enable core functionality. The website cannot function properly without these cookies, and can only be disabled by changing your browser preferences. Analytics Analytical cookies help us to improve our website by collecting and reporting information on its usage. Analytics On Off About this tool (Opens in a new window) Cookie Control