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Edinburgh Zoo's Giant Lanterns

Illuminated trail tix; child £17, adult £23 or family £77 - inc drink & marshmallows

At a glance

Edinburgh Zoo's Giant Lanterns; back after a six-year hiatus - bigger, brighter and bolder than ever before! Featuring 12,000 LED bulbs, dazzling jellyfish, towering sea turtles & more - includes a hot or soft drink & 3 marshmallows for toasting each

  • Fri 30th Jan - Sat 21st Feb 2026

Dates

  • Fri, 30th Jan 2026

    Times: 5:30pm, 5:45pm, 6pm + 6 more

    Tickets: From free

  • Sat, 31st Jan 2026

    Times: 5:30pm, 5:45pm, 6pm + 6 more

    Tickets: From free

  • Sat, 7th Feb 2026

    Times: 6:30pm, 6:45pm, 7pm + 2 more

    Tickets: From free

  • Fri, 13th Feb 2026

    Times: 6:30pm, 6:45pm, 7pm + 2 more

    Tickets: From free

  • Sat, 14th Feb 2026

    Times: 6:30pm, 6:45pm, 7pm + 2 more

    Tickets: From free

  • A small service fee from £0.65 will be added to your order. Learn more

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About this event

  • Tickets to Edinburgh Zoo's Giant Lanterns
  • Adult, child (3-15yrs) & family tickets include a hot chocolate, tea, coffee, can of juice or carton of juice each, plus 3 marshmallows each for toasting!
  • Under 3's go free with an infant ticket

Edinburgh Zoo's Giant Lanterns

  • For the first time since 2019, the spectacular outdoor lantern trail is making a comeback – this time with an underwater twist
  • From dazzling jellyfish to towering sea turtles, get ready to explore a luminous coastal wonderland like never before
  • Plus the interactive trail includes an enormous 14 meter whale for visitors to walk through, a giant crab and a journey through Atlantis
  • Locally inspired scenes feature iconic and lesser-known native Scottish species, from the much-loved puffins to the critically endangered flapper skate, one of the world’s largest rays
  • The impressive lanterns are hand-crafted by Chinese artists using traditional techniques & 12,000 LED bulbs!

Small print

  • All infants and children must be accompanied by a paying adult.
  • Please note, as the event takes place in the evening, you won't be able to view the animals.
  • Advance booking is not required. 
  • Multiple purchases permitted. 
  • Suitable for all ages. All attendees require a ticket; under 0-2 yrs are free of charge; 3 - 15 years are classed as children. 
  • Family tickets are for 2 adults and 2 children.
  • Adult, child & family tickets include a hot chocolate, tea, coffee, can of juice or carton of juice & 3 marshmallows for toasting each.
  • Pets are not permitted.
  • Please note that the zoo is located on a hill and there will not be an accessibility vehicle available during the event. Mobility scooters can be hired for a refundable deposit of £25, or wheelchairs can be hired for a £10 deposit; subject to availability and payable direct. 
  • Limited on site parking available for a supplementary cost of £2; subject to availability and payable direct.
  • Terms and conditions apply and can be viewed here. All other FAQs can be viewed here.
  • A small service fee will be applied to your order, you'll see the exact amount at checkout.  
  • You can use your paperless ticket from your itison account on any mobile device. Printed vouchers are also accepted. 
  • Ticket is non-transferable and non-refundable unless event is cancelled.
  • Ticket is not exchangeable for cash or valid with any other offers.
  • Images used for illustrative purposes only.
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  • Fri 30th Jan - Sat 21st Feb 2026
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  • Edinburgh Zoo Lanterns

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    Good deal with Itison! 3 children 6 Adults (3 generations) and we all loved it. A fabulous experience for the whole family and the included marshmallows and coffee/juice were a nice touch. Would highly recommend

  • Great family event

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    Evening at the lanterns was great. A bit crowded at some points but that was due to people getting pictures with the lanterns so was happy to wait. Wee bit of confusion over where we could get a free hot drink with the counters given at reception. Overall 10/10

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