Located on Corstophine Road, the zoo is a 15-minute walk from Balgreen tram stop.
Where does the Edinburgh tram go?
The Edinburgh tram route covers 14km from St Andrew Square in the city centre all the way to Edinburgh Airport. Connect with trains at Edinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh Park Station and Haymarket. Waverley Station is just a short walk from St Andrew Square.
How far is the Zoo from Edinburgh train station?
The distance between Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh Zoo is 3 miles.
What train station is closer to Edinburgh Zoo?
Located in the heart of this historic Scottish city, Edinburgh Zoo is easily reached by train. There are two train stations nearby, Edinburgh Waverley station and Edinburgh Haymarket station, although both are beyond walking distance.
What bus stop do you get off for Edinburgh Zoo?
There are two bus stops outside the front entrance. Lothian 12, 26 and, 31 services all stop outside and can be picked up near both Haymarket and Waverly Station or in the city centre.
Is the tram in Edinburgh free?
If you have a Scottish National Entitlement Card (also known as a Saltire card) issued by the City of Edinburgh Council, you are entitled to free travel on the tram. The same applies to cards from any local authority indicating visual impairment.
How many stops does the Edinburgh tram have?
15 stops
The route has 15 stops, all of them are wheelchair accessible. The Edinburgh tram is not very useful for tourists except to go to and from the airport. The best way to get around the centre is by foot or by bus. It takes 35 minutes to get to Princes Street (the closest stop to the city centre) from Edinburgh Airport.
How much is a taxi from Edinburgh city Centre to the zoo?
The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Zoo is to taxi. Taking this option will cost £12 – £15 and takes 8 min.
How long should you spend at Edinburgh Zoo?
around 4 hours
Visitors can stay at Edinburgh Zoo all day which is the duration of each entry ticket. However, most visitors spend around 4 hours at the zoo.
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.
Can you just turn up at Edinburgh Zoo?
Do members have to book in advance? RZSS members and their accompanied guests no longer have to book in advance for visits to Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildlife Park. As usual, RZSS members must accompany guests who can pay for admission on the gate – please sign up for member emails for the latest updates.
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.
How much is Edinburgh Zoo bus?
Lothian Buses operates a bus from Edinburgh, Princes Street to Corstorphine, Edinburgh Zoo every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1 – £5 and the journey takes 16 min.
Is there a bus inside Edinburgh Zoo?
The 26 Service connects communities from the west of the city to East Lothian. It has become known locally as the “Zoo bus” as it drops thousands of customers at the entrance of RZSS Edinburgh Zoo. As a conservation charity, RZSS believes that conservation and protecting the environment go hand in hand.
Does Edinburgh Zoo still do the Penguin Parade?
In line with government guidance, Penguin Parade and our other keeper talks are currently postponed as part of a wide range of safety measures in place to protect our visitors and staff.
How far is Edinburgh Zoo from Castle?
The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Zoo is 3 miles.
Can you walk around Edinburgh Castle without paying?
You can walk around the exterior including the cemetery without paying a fee. You can buy a pass and see both Edinburgh and stirling castle for a reduced fee. Edinburgh castle has the Scottish Crown Jewels on exhibit. Stirling castle was the home of Mary queen of scots.
Can you go to Edinburgh Castle without paying?
Edinburgh Castle
Entry to the castle is not free, but you can walk up to it and take in the fantastic views. Edinburgh Castle tickets are cheaper if you buy online (£18 per adult) but paying at the gate will cost £21.
Can you eat on Edinburgh Trams?
Food or drink taken on board the Company’s trams must be carried in a sealed container. Drinks with lids are considered as sealed containers. Cold food or drinks in a sealed container may be consumed on board. Hot food cannot be consumed on board.
How long does the tram take from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport?
To get from Edinburgh Gateway to Edinburgh Airport, you can take a direct tram. Edinburgh Waverley tram station is only 2 minutes’ walk from the train station and the trams run every 7-10 minutes. A tram ticket costs £5.50 for a single (£3.00 for children ages 5-15) and the tram journey takes 7 minutes.
Is Edinburgh Gateway the same as Waverley?
The central station in Edinburgh is called “Edinburgh”. It is something referred to as Edinburgh Waverley in tribute to a novel by Sir Walter Scott. Edinburgh Gateway is out near the airport and Edinburgh Haymarket is to the west of the city centre. So, Edinburgh station is the main central station.