Free admission for carers Visitors who require special assistance are offered free admission for one accompanying carer when they pay the full adult/concession/child price.
What is a concession at Edinburgh Zoo?
Concession means a Senior Citizen, Student, registered disabled or unemployed person, valid proof is required. Senior Citizen means a person aged from 65 years old. Student means a person who is in full time education.
Do you have to pay extra to see the pandas at Edinburgh Zoo?
No, all included in the main entrance fee. Check on the zoo website to see if you need to book a time slot to see them, we did not need to and stayed in the viewing area for as long as we wanted.
Does Edinburgh Zoo do student discount?
Edinburgh Zoo student discount
If you’re a full-time student, you can get £1.85 off adult tickets to Edinburgh Zoo with a valid student ID (it needs to have an expiry date). The cheapest way to get tickets is to book online at least three days in advance.
Is Edinburgh Zoo free parking?
Car parking
All car park users will need to take a ticket from the barriers on arrival and have this validated to exit the car park without paying full price (£10) at the machine. Find out more here.
Who are concession tickets for?
A concession is a discount for children, seniors, students etc.
Does Edinburgh Zoo give NHS discount?
10% off entry to Edinburgh Zoo from The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) – NHS Staff Benefits.
Can you just turn up at Edinburgh Zoo?
We are open seven days a week and everyone apart from RZSS members must book online in advance to avoid disappointment. Tickets are limited and may sell out during school holidays and weekends – please remember to book your ticket at least two hours before your visit, unless you are an RZSS member or their guest.
Do they still do the penguin Parade at Edinburgh Zoo?
The Penguin Parade
The keeper decided to see what would happen and it was followed by other penguins in single file to the front of the Zoo. The parade has continued to this day, run on an entirely voluntary basis.
How long does it take to see everything at Edinburgh Zoo?
I would recommend around 4 hours for a visit. over a year ago. I would check the times of for instance the penguin parade and other timed events if going at busy time of year pandas are timed slots and build your visit around these. But would definitely allow a good 4 hours if you want to see everything.
How much does it cost to keep the pandas at Edinburgh Zoo?
Why do you pay to have the pandas at Edinburgh Zoo and how much does it cost to take care of them? Caring for Tian Tian and Yang Guang, including their food and overall healthcare, costs our charity £35,000 each month. In addition, the agreement includes an annual payment of $1 million.
Why is Edinburgh Zoo closing?
Edinburgh’s first zoo that closed due to appalling conditions and disease outbreaks. For well over 100 years it’s been one of the capital’s most-visited attractions, but, in spite of its long history, Edinburgh Zoo was not the first institution of its kind in the capital.
Is Edinburgh Zoo OK in the rain?
Wet weather and indoor activities
Our 11 indoor animal housing areas and six sheltered observation areas ensure that even on a rainy day, a trip to the zoo is an enthralling experience.
Do you need to wear a mask at Edinburgh Zoo?
Scottish government guidance means visitors are still being asked to wear masks in indoor areas and while most of the zoo is now open to visitors, our primate walkthroughs are closed because our lemurs and saki monkeys have an increased risk from Covid-19.
Where can I park for free in Edinburgh?
To discourage people from taking their cars into the city centre, there are 7 Park & Ride facilities in and around Edinburgh: Ingliston, Hermiston, Straiton, Sheriffhall, Wallyford, Newcraighall and Ferrytoll. Parking at these sites is free except for Newcraighall where it costs 50 pence per day.
Does Edinburgh Zoo have an aquarium?
The reef tank in our Wee Beasties exhibit is home to a variety of marine animals. Coral reefs play an important part in the ocean ecosystem and support over 25% of all marine life on our planet.
Who falls into the concession category?
People in receipt of Pension Credit, Universal Credit, Income Support or Job Seekers allowance, Students, Children (12–18 years) and disabled people (with free entry for one carer) are entitled to a concession discount.
What makes someone a concession?
If you make a concession to someone, you agree to let them do or have something, especially in order to end an argument or conflict. The King made major concessions to end the confrontation with his people.
What is proof of concession?
usually if you are a senior or a student you have to present a card to prove age before they allow you to pay the reduced ‘concession’ payment.
What discounts can I get with my NHS card?
Food & drink discounts
- Pizza Hut 25% off for NHS & emergency services.
- Beefeater 25% off food for NHS & emergency services.
- Bella Italia 25% off for NHS & emergency services.
- McDonald’s 20% off for NHS staff.
- Nando’s 20% off for NHS staff.
- Frankie & Benny’s 20% off food NHS discount.
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- 20% off food at Welcome Break services.
Can you get into Edinburgh Zoo with a Blue Peter badge?
Edinburgh Zoo is one of over 200 attractions around the UK that Blue Peter badge holders can get into for free. To gain free entry, badge holders with a valid badge card must be accompanied by a full paying adult.