Below is a list of the top and leading Aquariums/Zoos in Liverpool. To help you find the best Aquariums/Zoos located near you in Liverpool, we put together our own list based on this rating points list.
Liverpool’s Best Aquariums/Zoos:
The top rated Aquariums/Zoos in Liverpool are:
- Knowsley Safari – offers animal experiences that you can pre-book
- Chester Zoo – offers a membership programme
- Blackpool Zoo – all children under 3 years old are free
- Welsh Mountain Zoo – the oldest and most established Zoo in Wales
- Anglesey Sea Zoo – teaches about the British seahorse breeding programme and the Lobster Hatchery of Wales
Knowsley Safari
Knowsley Safari offers unique safari adventure through their safari drive and foot safari experience. An amazing place that is worth your visit, explore their 550-acre drive-through area and see different lions, rhino, wildebeest, buffalo, camels, nilgai and bison while enclosed in your car. A 5-mile safari drive, this is considered the longest in the UK so better avail a ticket and experience this one of a kind adventure that you will not find elsewhere.
After driving around your car, you can go on foot and check their sea lion and bird of prey display. You may also go boating on their Wetland Wild Trail and see the abundant wildlife thriving on the edges of the lake. Offering different brilliant trails and adventures that will delight the explorer in you, come and bring your family and friends and experience an unforgettable encounter with magnificent and powerful creatures of the wild.
Products/Services:
Plan Your Visit, Conservation, Education
LOCATION:
Address: Prescot L34 4AN
Phone: 151 430 9009
Website: www.knowsleysafariexperience.co.uk
REVIEWS:
“Wow, what a fabulous day out for all ages & abilities! Reasonably priced too. We bought a wristband so that kids can ride unlimited all day & adults are free. We took a picnic. The staff are really friendly & helpful. Here are just a few pics of the activities & of the animals we saw.” – Deb Williams
Chester Zoo
Chester Zoo consists of 128 acres of zoological garden that houses different plants and animals that would surely mesmerise you. They house different creatures from different animal groups like birds, amphibians, mammals and reptiles. With over 68 variety of animals like buffalo, lemur, chimpanzee, capybara, flamingos, cheetah, rhino, orangutan, meerkats, lions, komodo dragons and mandrill to name a few, get up close with different species that you will not normally see in other zoos.
They also have a collection of different plants like orchids and cacti and has several gardens that will offer you an amazing display of floras that would certainly delight you with their vibrant colours and beautiful blooms. The perfect place for some leisurely adventure with your whole family or an educational one for your kids, plan your visit now and be closer to nature with the different experiences that they offer. Your kids would also enjoy the different adventure trails and activities here so hurry and pay them a visit now.
Products/Services:
Zoo, Gift Shop
LOCATION:
Address: Chester CH2 1EU
Phone: 124 438 0280
Website: www.chesterzoo.org
REVIEWS:
“Well known Zoo with ample parking and large grounds. Animals kept to a high standard in roomy accommodation. Visit the Islands for a touch of S.E. Asian style landscape and animals. Plenty of picnic tables if you want to bring your own food. Be prepared for some walking in a large zoo. Easy paths and roads around for disabled wheelchair use. Tickets best booked online at the moment due to covid restrictions.” – Clive Heginbotham
Blackpool Zoo
Blackpool Zoo is one of the best destinations that offer a wonderful experience not only for kids but also for adults and the whole family. Featuring different animals from mammals, birds and reptiles, you would surely have an enjoyable time exploring the place and seeing up close all animals that you can only see in the wild. Coming in all shapes and sizes, they have elephants, tigers, gorillas, lions, flamingos, penguins, macaws, pelicans and tortoises that are gathered from different places in Asia, Central America and Africa.
Aside from the different animal exhibits that they have, they also offer different animal experiences like feeding, meet and greet and keeper. Opening time of the zoo starts at 10 AM daily so hurry and check their website to book a visit and have an amazing time with your whole family. They also offer educational tours for schools and groups so do not hesitate to contact them regarding your requirements and let them provide the best assistance that will fit your needs.
Products/Services:
Animals, Exhibits, Animal Experiences, Cafe and Shops, Activities
LOCATION:
Address: E Park Dr, Blackpool FY3 8PP
Phone: 125 383 0830
Website: www.blackpoolzoo.org.uk
REVIEWS:
“Lovely experience for a family day out especially during the summer season. An opportunity to introduce kids to live wild animal they might have been taught or read about in school- educational trip.” – Churchill Blu
Welsh Mountain Zoo
Welsh Mountain Zoo started as a small family business operated by the Jackson family in 1963. Over the years, it has grown and is now boasting of more than 140 different species that are housed and taken care of inside their premises. Their animal collections include big cats, primates, mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians as well as different farm animals that small kids can check and explore.
Open to visitors at varied hours between 9:30 AM to 6 PM, you can visit their website and avail of their tickets with prices ranging between £12.55 to £16.70 depending on the age group of the visitor. Perfect for both individuals, groups and families, come and plan your visit and enjoy the wonderful experience that they provide. Take a time out from the busy life of the city and enjoy the amazing wonders of nature at this zoo.
Products/Services:
Visit, Experience, Conservation, Education
LOCATION:
Address: Colwyn Bay LL28 5UY
Phone: 149 253 2938
Website: www.welshmountainzoo.org
REVIEWS:
“Fantastic day at this little gem. Booked/paid online, all good no hassles. Fantastic showing of the Otters the Red Pandas. The Tigers were having a bit of shut-eye, the chimpanzee’s and two babies, ahhhhhhh. The animals all looked well the gardens and flower borders very well kept. A bit of a queue for the indoor exhibits, reptiles etc, purely due to the virus restrictions. Had a great afternoon. Please remember to use Amazon and nominate here for your donations every time you make a purchase through Amazon. Every little help.” – Darran Smith
Anglesey Sea Zoo
Anglesey Sea Zoo is a premier aquarium that features the best of British marine life. A family-friendly attraction, they are always open in all weather to accommodate all their guests and give them one of the best experiences of their lives. Boasting of more than 40 tanks that display the most colourful, vibrant and amazing sea creatures that are collected from different coasts all across the UK, you will get to experience here a wonderful variety of marine life that includes lobsters, eels, seahorses, jellyfish and different fishes.
Apart from the tour that they are offering, they are also active in different conservation efforts and is heading projects like lobster hatchery, seahorse nursey and crawfish breeding programme. Check and marvel at the different aquariums that they have and for your kids, let them play and enjoy on the huge bouncy castle and slide, pirate’s playground and other fun facilities while you go and check the gift shop that they have to bring home some souvenir to remind you of the fun visit that you have in this place.
Products/Services:
Facilities, Aquarium, Education
LOCATION:
Address: Brynsiencyn, Llanfairpwll LL61 6TQ
Phone: 124 843 0411
Website: www.angleseyseazoo.co.uk
REVIEWS:
“Fantastic place filled with warm and friendly staff (and awesome creatures, obv). We took our two-year-old boy and he had the best time – the aquarium itself was great, and the toddler area was absolutely perfect for him. The open ticket (valid for several days) is a nice touch too. Thoroughly recommended!” – Jack Chuter