Travel

Accommodation

The zoo is only about 10 minutes from Chester city centre, so there are plenty of options if you'd like to make a night of it.

— Near the zoo —

Premier Inn Chester Central North — about 5 minutes' drive from the zoo, with free parking.

Travelodge Chester Warrington Road — about 10 minutes' drive, just off the A56.

— Further afield —

There are plenty of Premier Inn and Travelodge options in Warrington, Liverpool, and Manchester if you'd prefer to stay closer to home.

Airbnb is also a great shout — Chester has lots of well-reviewed apartments and cottages in and around the city centre.

Getting Home

It'll be a late one on a Friday night, so just be mindful of your journey home. The zoo is only 10 minutes from Chester city centre, so Uber and Free Now are both good options if you're not driving.

For anyone taking the train, the last services from Chester station tend to leave around 11:30 pm — worth checking the timetable for your route closer to the day.

Here are some rough drive times to help you plan ahead.

Approximate drive times