East London Zoo — Zoo in East London

East London Zoo and its collection

East London Zoo is a zoo in East London, South Africa.

The zoo was established within the Queens Park botanical gardens in 1936. Early conditions were poor, with damp, freezing concrete cages and animals fed on sweet potatoes. It now keeps around 300 animals of 83 species.

What the venue says

  • An on-site kiosk offers light refreshments and snacks when visitors want a quick bite to eat.
  • Convenient self-parking is typically available within a dedicated area right by the site.
  • Pathways are generally flat and paved, making the grounds relatively friendly for strollers and prams.

Opening hours

Days Opens Closes
Every day 09:00 16:00

Hours can change on public holidays. Check with the venue before travelling.

Facilities

  • Animal feeding experience
  • Playground

Exhibitions & events

No upcoming events

No temporary exhibitions or scheduled public events are published for East London Zoo at this time.

Location & map

Beaconsfield Rd
East London
South Africa

Loading map…

The map could not be loaded.

Open in OpenStreetMap

© OpenStreetMap contributors

Open in OpenStreetMap

Frequently asked questions

No frequently asked questions yet

We have not published any questions and answers for East London Zoo.

Animals

Photographs show each species in general. They were not taken at East London Zoo.

Nearby zoos and aquariums

No nearby venues listed

We have no other zoos or aquariums listed near East London Zoo yet.