Edinburgh Zoo
Edinburgh Zoo is owned by The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS). The Society was founded in March 1909, and the Zoo opened in July 1913. Set in 82 acres of sloping parkland, the Zoo is situated three miles to the west of Edinburgh city centre. Apart from getting close to over 1,000 rare and endangered animals, there are many different ways to enjoy your day out. [read more]
Giant Pandas in Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo has 2 giant pandas:
Tian Tian & Yang Guang
A historic agreement was signed on January 10, 2011 to bring a breeding pair of giant pandas to Edinburgh Zoo. Yang Guang (male, born August 14, 2003) & Tian Tian (female, born August 24, 2003) arrived in Scotland on December 4, 2011. [read more]
Panda Exhibit
The pandas are housed in a specially refurbished enclosure which was formerly home to gorillas. The enclosure will offer a good mix of comfort for the pandas and visibility for the public.
Edinburgh Zoo welcomed Chinese delegates in October 2011 for the final inspection of Tian Tian & Yang Guang's new homes. [read more]
Visit Edinburgh Zoo
Edinburgh Zoo
134 Corstorphine Road
Edinburgh EH12 6TS
Scotland, United Kingdom
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