Dublin Zoo is excited to announce that Zoorassic Trail, an unforgettable experience for the whole family will open on the 12th of March 2025. Dublin Zoo is set to welcome over 40 of the world’s most realistic animatronic dinosaurs, bringing these awe-inspiring prehistoric creatures to life like never before. They roar. They breathe. They’re hungrier than ever! Are you ready to explore two worlds on one unforgettable adventure?

But that’s just the beginning—this immersive experience will also feature a range of incredible interactive elements, from giant dinosaur eggs (that curious children can climb inside) to nesting sites filled with dino eggs and a host of exciting play structures. In total, the exhibition will showcase over 60 rare and prehistoric-themed pieces, creating an unforgettable journey through time for visitors of all ages.

From 12th of March 2025 to early September 2025, with the standard Dublin Zoo ticket, visitors will be able to experience two whole worlds in one visit. Enjoy an up-close look Dublin Zoo’s 400+ incredible animals from across the globe and encounter 40+ of the most beloved dinosaurs. Booking opens February 26th, 2025. We highly advise booking your slot to avoid disappointment. Pre-booking isn’t required for annual pass holders.

Yes, we highly advise booking your Dublin Zoo visit in advance to avoid disappointment as there will be a cap on the number of visitors able to enter Dublin Zoo per day for the duration of the exhibition. Booking for Dublin Zoo and Zoorassic Trail opens February 26th, 2025. Our standard entry ticket covers both experiences (Dublin Zoo and Zoorassic Trail) – so it’s all included in the one pass and offers incredible value.

Don’t miss your chance to marvel at one of the tallest dinosaurs you’ll ever see – a towering Brachiosaurus – over 65 feet high! Get up close to a 40-foot-tall T-Rex and face off against a Triceratops the size of an ice cream van! Marvel at the gentle Brachiosaurus with her babies. Enjoy an up-close look Dublin Zoo’s 400+ incredible animals from across the globe and encounter 40+ of the most beloved dinosaurs as you make your way along Zoorassic Trail, an unforgettable adventure where you’ll come face-to-face with the giants of the past and the modern species Dublin Zoo are on mission to save from extinction.  

These aren’t your average dinos, these dinosaurs have travelled all the way to Dublin Zoo from Dino Don, Inc., in the United States. Zoorassic Trail has been created by Dublin Zoo in collaboration with Dino Don, Inc., whose CEO ‘Dino Don’ Lessem was a science advisor to Steven Spielberg on the original Jurassic Park film as well as to Universal and Disney theme parks.  

There is no additional charge for Zoorassic Trail at Dublin Zoo. Entry to Zoorassic Trail is included in your general Dublin Zoo entry ticket or annual pass. 

As there is no extra charge for Zoorassic Trail, visitors who would like to visit the exhibit can simply book a general entry ticket(s) to Dublin Zoo for March 12th onwards, and they will be able to experience Zoorassic Trail. Booking opens after February 26th, 2025. Visit dublinzoo.ie for more details. 

The event is suitable for all ages – families, couples and groups alike. This event is wheelchair and buggy accessible. 

In 1993, coinciding with the release of the film “Jurassic Park,” Dublin Zoo held a ‘Dino Live’ exhibit. It was a huge success at the time, enticing nearly 670,000 visitors to the Zoo that year (a huge number back then). For members of the public who remember the 1993 exhibit, you can expect an exhibit for an even larger scale with Zoorassic Trail. Dublin Zoo is set to welcome over 40 of the world’s most realistic animatronic dinosaurs, bringing these awe-inspiring prehistoric creatures to life like never before. But that’s just the beginning—this immersive experience will also feature a range of incredible interactive elements, from giant dinosaur eggs (that curious children can climb inside) to nesting sites filled with dino eggs and a host of exciting play structures. In total, the exhibition will showcase over 60 rare and prehistoric-themed pieces, creating an unforgettable journey through time for visitors of all ages.

Yes! A visit to Zoorassic Trail is also a visit to Dublin Zoo. Enjoy an up-close look Dublin Zoo’s 400+ incredible animals from across the globe and encounter 40+ of the most beloved dinosaurs as you make your way along Zoorassic Trail, an unforgettable adventure where you’ll come face-to-face with the giants of the past and the modern species Dublin Zoo are on mission to save from extinction.

No, once you enter Dublin Zoo, your time is not limited, and you can stay until we close. We recommend giving yourself at least three hours to navigate the experience.

At Dublin Zoo, conservation is at the heart of everything we do, and our latest dinosaur exhibition is no exception. Sustainability is front of mind for us with Zoorassic Trail. The animatronic dinosaurs featured in this event are on loan and will be carefully maintained, retouched, and mended by hand by expert teams, ensuring their longevity and reducing the need for new materials.

We are proud that this exhibition does not contribute to any waste from the production and re-use of these dinosaurs. Beyond the dinosaurs themselves, we have taken great care in sourcing natural materials to create an immersive and environmentally responsible experience. From foliage to bark, every element of the exhibit has been thoughtfully chosen with sustainability in mind. We are committed to reusing materials wherever possible, ensuring that nothing goes to waste.

This exhibition reflects Dublin Zoo’s ongoing commitment to conservation, not just in protecting wildlife and habitats but also in minimising our environmental footprint in every aspect of our work.

Dublin Zoo is committed to creating an inclusive and enjoyable experience for all visitors. We understand that some guests may have sensory sensitivities, and we are currently working with specialist advisors to assess the sensory impact of Zoorassic Trail.

As part of this, we are developing a Sensory-Friendly Map to help parents, caregivers, and individuals plan their visit in advance. This will highlight:

• Areas with higher sensory stimulation (such as loud dinosaur roars or movement).
• Quieter zones for breaks and sensory regulation.
• Information on sound levels, lighting, and interactive elements.

Once our sensory assessment is complete, we will share detailed guidance on dublinzoo.ie and resources will be included in all booking confirmation emails. If you have any specific questions before your visit, please contact us, and our team will be happy to assist you.

The welfare of our animals has been the highest priority since day one of planning for Zoorassic Trail. There’s nothing more important than ensuring we’ve been respectful to our animals and their wellbeing. As part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining excellent standards of animal welfare here at Dublin Zoo, we have been monitoring the animals in our care throughout the Zoorassic Trail project.

Working in close collaboration with our dedicated Animal Care Team, the Conservation & Science Team have been undertaking daily behavioural observations, taking an evidence-based approach to ensuring every animal’s welfare is assessed and considered across every phase of the Zoorassic Trail project.

No, this is a daytime event offering a fantastic opportunity to view our 400+ animals and 40+ dinosaurs at the same time.

Zoorassic Trail dinosaurs at Dublin Zoo are life-sized and incredibly realistic, so you’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time! While you can get thrillingly close, remember—these giants deserve respect. Crossing the line could disturb our dinosaurs (and will alert our staff!). Just like real wildlife, it’s important to keep a safe distance and admire them without touching. After all, would you really want to get too close to a T.rex?

Our dinosaurs are very sensitive to intruders! Parents and guardian of children and teenagers under 18, we ask for your safety (and to keep our dinosaurs happy), please stay behind the barriers and enjoy them from the viewing areas. We will get you closer than ever to the world’s biggest dinosaurs, but beware, they’re bigger, they’re better and they’re HUNGRIER than ever!

Have you ever ridden on a triceratops? At Zoorassic Trail, you’ll be given a chance to ride on a triceratops AND to climb inside a giant egg! However, if an item isn’t suitable for play – we ask that you keep a safe distance and observe the instructions on the on-site signage. Stay in the safe zone – these dinosaurs really don’t take kindly to unexpected visitors!