Paignton Zoo Environmental Park
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"Spacious and naturalistic enclosures set in a secluded woodland valley."
Overview
With over 2,500 animals across 80 acres – you’re in for a really wild time at Paignton Zoo. Located in Devon, Paignton Zoo is one of the South West's most exciting visitor attractions. Across specially designed habitats, get up close to some incredible and endangered animals such as giraffes, big cats, gorillas, rhinos, lemurs, crocodiles and much more. It’s a fun filled visit for all ages, and you’ll need all day to see it all.
Ratings & awards
VisitEngland Quality Assessed
Our assessor loves...
Family attraction - A large attraction, ideal for the family day out
Great location - Centrally located in Paignton
Educational - Interesting animal talks
About the area
Devon sums up all that is best about the British landscape, with its magnificent coastlines, two historic cities, the world-famous Dartmoor National Park and south Devon’s glorious English Riviera. A fashionable and much-loved holiday destination, hiking and cycling in the National Parks is extremely popular among visitors, with a great choice of off-road routes.
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