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Aneta j.

November 19, 2025

This was our first visit to The National Reptile Zoo in Kilkenny, and we left absolutely fascinated! We went with our teenage daughter, and each of us found something to enjoy. There is a small car park on-site (around 20 spaces), but we had no trouble finding a spot. Tickets can be purchased both online and at the entrance, which is very convenient. The building is single-storey, and as soon as you walk in, you’ll see seating where you can enjoy drinks, snacks, or pastries. There is also a small gift shop, mostly with items aimed at children. When it comes to the animals, there is so much to admire! A great variety of reptiles, well-maintained enclosures, and plenty of interesting information everywhere you look. We were genuinely impressed by the whole place. The staff deserve a special mention — very friendly, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic. Several times a day, on the hour, they host short “shows” where they present three animals, talk about them, and even allow visitors to gently touch or hold them. This was a huge highlight for all the kids, and even adults enjoyed it just as much! Inside the zoo, there is also an indoor play area for children, which is a great bonus for families. Toilets are available on-site as well. It’s also worth noting that the zoo offers a 4-hour VIP experience, where you can feed the animals and spend more time behind the scenes. We are very likely to book this next time because it sounds amazing. Overall, highly recommended! A wonderful place for a family day out — fun, educational, and full of memorable moments. We will definitely be returning.

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caroline l.

November 04, 2025

Lovely little place to spend a hour with the kids. It’s small so nice for little kids. Lots of reptiles and hands on experiences a few times during the day. We were there early so we enjoyed a quiet session with a very knowledgeable young girl, our little boy even got to touch the reptiles (snake, Gecko and a turtle). We had a voucher so it worked out really good value. 👍🏻

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Brian M.

October 09, 2025

Went here on a rainy day with the kids. They absolutely loved it. The keepers were very friendly. There was an interactive talk every hour with 3 different animals on display and this was reqlly well presented by enthusiastic staff with good time for q&a from the kids.