Explore ZSL London Zoo and discover why this iconic site has been inspiring visitors since it first opened in 1828. With 712 species and 18,430 individual animals this marvellous array of wildlife is one of the largest collections in the United Kingdom and offers plenty of fun, fascinating insights into the world of our animal neighbours. The Zoo prides itself on mixing conservation with entertainment, allowing visitors to get up close and personal with an amazing array of animals, from the walk-through spider enclosure and the lemur-populated Madagascan forest to the newest and largest exhibit, Land of the Lions, which houses a rare breeding group of majestic Asiatic lions. The perfect gift for any animal lover or zoological enthusiast!