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Wooden fishing boats pulled up on sand among palms and tropical planting in the zoo's Islands zone

Chester Zoo

Upton, two miles north of the city centre

Address: Chester Zoo, Upton-by-Chester, Chester CH2 1EU
  • Activity
  • Outdoors
  • Mid-price
  • Cheap and cheerful

Spend the day at one of the biggest zoos in the country, from elephants and big cats to the lush tropical gardens of the Islands zone.

Why it's a good date: Easily a whole day, so wear comfy shoes and pick a few must-sees on the map. Book online, and go on a weekday out of the school holidays for a quieter visit.