Autumn is the perfect time to visit Chester Zoo!
Our 130 acres of zoological gardens are bursting with autumnal colours, there's lots of warm indoor habitats to explore, and hundreds of interesting species to discover.
Take a look at our favourite things to do at the zoo this autumn to make the very most of your visit.
Plus, save up to 15% when you book tickets in advance online.
Come and visit the newest arrivals
Be among the first to see our newest arrvials on your visit to the zoo this autumn.
A litter of four adorable bush dog pups have started to adventure out of their den.
Halloween
Saturday 18 October - Sunday 2 November
For two weeks only, you’ll find giant pumpkins, spellbinding stories and family activities around the zoo.
Look out for our giant pumpkin sculptures, join in with campfire stories, and enjoy autumn flavours along the way.
It’s a Halloween experience you won’t find anywhere else - and it’s all free with zoo admission.
Explore our indoor spaces
Rain or shine, there's always something to discover in our indoor habitats.
This autumn you can explore Monsoon Forest, spot free-flying butterflies, and watch jaguars and fruit bats in their unique habitats - all warm, dry, and perfect for a day at the zoo.
Explore the UK’s largest indoor rainforest, home to orangutans, macaques, Sunda gharials, free-flying birds and more.
A warm and immersive habitat with rare reptiles, colourful frogs, and exotic birds.
More than 30 species of free-flying butterflies, exotic plants and a calming waterfall.
Jaguars are the third largest of the big cats - can you spot them? You’ll also find sloths, red-bellied piranhas, spiders and frogs.
Encounter locusts, dung beetles, naked mole rats and rare reptiles, including the critically endangered African pancake tortoise.
Come face to face with the world’s largest lizards, the powerful and prehistoric Komodo dragons.
A free-flying bat cave where you'll find Seba’s short-tailed and Rodrigues fruit bats.
Enjoy a cosy meal at The Oakfield
Settle in at The Oakfield, our historic pub at the heart of the zoo.
With seasonal, locally sourced dishes, hearty pub classics and fireside comfort, it’s the cosiest way to refuel.
Around the zoo, our cafés and restaurants also offer autumn treats, from fresh bakes to warming hot drinks.
Autumn stays at The Reserve
Our Lakeside Lodges make for the perfect autumn retreat - flexible spaces designed for couples, families or friends to come together and unwind.
Wake to tranquil lake views and crisp morning air, and spend your days exploring the zoo at a gentler pace.
Enjoy seasonal dining in the Amboseli Restaurant and join autumn activities across the zoo before returning to your cosy lodge for a peaceful evening by the lake.
Each stay includes a two-day zoo ticket, giving you plenty of time to discover everything the zoo has to offer.
