This amazing park is situated at Carrigtwohill in County Cork on Fota Island.

See exotic and endangered animals including cheetahs, giraffes, lemurs, macuas and oryx roam free and marvel at the cheetah run which takes place daily at 4pm.

The park is a huge contributor to conservation and the breeding of endangered species worldwide. Entrance fees contribute to the work being constantly carried out.

Children can enjoy the free playground while you have a coffee nearby.

Drivers should head for Cobh from the N25 (the Cork to Waterford Road) and other travelers can take a train from Kent Station and disembark at Fota Wildlife Park Station.

Opening Times:

Spring/Summer (Mar 17 - Oct 29)

Mon - Sat 10am - 5pm (last admission)
Sun - 11am - 3.30 " "

Autumn/Winter (Oct 30 - Mar 16)

Mon - Sat 10am - 3.30pm (last admission)
Sun - 11am - 3.30pm " "

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE GATES ARE LOCKED ONE HOUR AFTER THE LAST ADMISSION TIME

For further information including entrance fees please call:

+353 (0)21 481 2678