Wildlife attractions

Find family-friendly wildlife attractions in Scotland, with animal experiences, facilities, weather notes and parent planning tips.

Also worth a look

These are not primary wildlife listings, but they help when you are choosing between a shorter specialist wildlife stop and a bigger animal day.

Blair Drummond Safari Park
Zoo

Blair Drummond Safari Park

Check Blair Drummond Safari Park opening times, online booking and ticket prices, then plan the safari drive, animals, dinosaurs and play...

Scottish Owl Centre
Wildlife

Scottish Owl Centre

A focused owl visit in Polkemmet Country Park, with all-weather flying displays, a short commitment and free park facilities to extend the day.

Kilmacolm Farm Tours
Wildlife

Kilmacolm Farm Tours

A two-hour Highland cow trailer safari for ages 5+. Book ahead; passengers stay seated and wheelchair users must transfer.

Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre
Wildlife

Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre

A small outdoor bird-of-prey centre at Loch Lomond Shores. Time a roughly 1.5-hour visit around a flying display.

Argaty Red Kites
Wildlife

Argaty Red Kites

Watch wild red kites feed near Doune, with a ranger explaining their story. A focused hide visit for children who enjoy watching birds.