The London Zoo could be the ideal fun-filled family attraction. Opened in 1828, the London Zoo is the world's oldest scientific zoo. Nowadays it houses over 650 unique types of animal and is the only zoo in London where one can experience big animals for example gorillas and giraffes.

Take a look at the “Into Africa” exhibit where you can come face to face with a few of Africa's most unconventional animals including zebras and hunting dogs, or try “Meet The Monkeys” a fantastic walk-through encounter. Some of the best displays include the Butterfly Paradise, where you can enjoy myriad species of butterfly while they fly all-around you. You should definitely do not miss feeding time at the Penguin enclosure and discover more about most of these popular creatures from the zoo's skilled keepers.

With over 12,000 animals to view and awesome animal displays happening each day (including feeds and keeper talks) no tourist leaves dissatisfied.

Completely new for 2010 the ZOO has established London’s only living rainforest, where visitors can encounter a number of gorgeous rainforest species such as marmosets, tamarins and sloths. In the all-new ‘Night Life’ area you'll discover the bats, rats and nocturnal wonders like the Slender Loris, armadillos and Potto the reside in these murky conditions.

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