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Colchester Zoo

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Colchester Zoo, run by Colchester Zoological Society, is on Maldon Road in Stanway, on the western edge of Colchester.

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Where to stay

  • StanwayVillage next to the zoo
  • Colchester town centreMost hotels, about 10 minutes away
  • Marks TeyVillage by the A12 about 10 minutes away
  • CoggeshallMarket town about 20 minutes away
  • MaldonTown about 25 minutes away

Getting there

  • Colchester North station is about 10 minutes by taxi
  • Bus 75/375 runs to the zoo from Colchester bus station; from the station take the 63 or 84 to the bus station first
  • From the A12 leave at junction 26 onto the A1124 and follow the brown elephant signs
  • Parking is free
TipStaying in Colchester town centre gives a direct bus link to the zoo.

Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.

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Questions people ask

Where is the best place to stay near Colchester Zoo?

Stanway: Village next to the zoo. Colchester town centre: Most hotels, about 10 minutes away. Marks Tey: Village by the A12 about 10 minutes away. Coggeshall: Market town about 20 minutes away. Maldon: Town about 25 minutes away.

How do I get to Colchester Zoo?

Colchester North station is about 10 minutes by taxi. Bus 75/375 runs to the zoo from Colchester bus station; from the station take the 63 or 84 to the bus station first. From the A12 leave at junction 26 onto the A1124 and follow the brown elephant signs. Parking is free.

Any tips for visiting Colchester Zoo?

Staying in Colchester town centre gives a direct bus link to the zoo.

Which airport is closest to Colchester Zoo?

The nearest airport on this site is London Southend Airport, about 21 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.