London Zoo, which opened in 1828, is situated on the north side of Regent’s Park. The zoo was the site of the world’s first children’s zoo, which opened in 1938, followed by the first reptile house in 1849, the first public aquarium in 1853 and the first insect house in 1881. Today, London Zoo is home to around 12,000 animals, including Asian lions, Sumatran tigers, sloth bears and death adders.
Top tip: ZSL London Zoo has many daily activities for you to enjoy so make sure you check the daily schedule so you don’t miss seeing your favourite animals.
Fun fact: ZSL London Zoo is the oldest scientific zoo in the world.
