Visiting Paignton Zoo
Paignton Zoo is on Totnes Road, around a mile from the town centre. The operator describes a site of around 80 acres and suggests allowing four to five hours. That makes it sensible to treat the zoo as the main stop of the day, with time for travel and breaks. Check opening times for your date before arranging the rest of your itinerary.
The zoo is one option among the things to do in Paignton. If you prefer to leave space for the coast, the beach guide compares places around the town. For a different attraction nearby, see our guide to Kents Cavern in Torquay.
Paignton Zoo tickets
The operator recommends booking online. Its terms say that day tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable, with validity governed by the ticket. Read the conditions and check the date and final price before paying. Online prices do not apply at the entrance tills, so compare like with like when making your plans.
The ticket offer shown here should be checked for its own date, price and terms. The zoo changes its opening hours seasonally, and the operator states that last admission is one hour before closing. Check the day calendar rather than relying on a closing time from another date. The zoo is open daily except Christmas Day according to the operator.
Our take: zoo admission
This ticket provides access to Paignton Zoo.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in British pounds (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Paignton Zoo
Plan Paignton Zoo tickets, prices, opening times, access and travel for a day at the zoo.
Paignton Zoo prices
The operator price page, accessed on 1 November 2026 and carrying a 2026 Flexi note, listed adult admission from age 16 at £26.35 online and £28.75 at the gate. For children aged 3 to 15 it listed £19.75 online and £21.75 at the gate. These are operator figures, not a promise of the price displayed by a separate booking offer.
For ages 1 to 2 the same table listed £2.75 online and £3.25 at the gate; children under 1 were free. Check the applicable price and conditions for your selected date at checkout. Allow time to review eligibility and any requirements for your party rather than assuming all concessions work in the same way.
Access and visitor rules
The zoo has accessible parking spaces near its entrance. Mobility scooters and buggies are available in limited numbers, and the operator recommends enquiring ahead. If a member of your party needs a particular arrangement, contact the zoo before booking to discuss the route and equipment. One free carer admission is available to eligible visitors with evidence under the operator’s terms.
Children under 16 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult over 18. Visitors should not feed animals or climb barriers, and drones are prohibited. Pets are excluded; fully trained assistance dogs are allowed with the required evidence. Check the specific rules in advance if travelling with an assistance dog.
Getting there and current works
The address is Totnes Road, Paignton, TQ4 7EU. The zoo lists free parking and identifies route 22 and Stagecoach Gold as nearby bus services. Check the current timetable and return journey before setting out. Our travel guide covers the wider journey to Paignton.
Development work affects parts of the site. At the operator’s page accessed on 1 November 2026, Tropics & Deserts was closed until 16 November, and Animal Experiences were paused. Check the current position before visiting if a particular area or activity matters to your plans. Animal sightings can vary, so keep the day flexible and enjoy the wider visit.
Questions
How long should I allow?
The operator suggests four to five hours for a typical visit.
Can I bring a dog?
Pets are excluded. Fully trained assistance dogs are allowed with the required evidence; check the operator’s conditions.
Is parking available?
The zoo lists free parking, including accessible spaces near the entrance.
Do opening times change?
Yes. Hours vary seasonally, so consult the calendar for your chosen date and note the last-admission rule.