Visit Santa and his reindeer at ZSL London Zoo

For a very merry day out this Christmas, look no further than ZSL London Zoo – a winter wonderland in the heart of the city.

Tickets are now on sale for ZSL London Zoo’s magical Meet Santa experience, where children have the opportunity to meet the man-in-red himself to make sure he knows what’s on their wish lists this year and join in with a whole host of festive activities.

Exclusively for Meet Santa ticket-holders is the chance to see the Zoo’s most festive animals – the reindeers! Visitors can check out Santa’s herd of helpers, and find out lots of fun facts about the antlered-animals at the daily talk.

Also included in the Meet Santa experience, kids will be able to lend a hand at the daily Keeper’s Little Helpers sessions, where they’ll be preparing treats and presents for the Zoo’s animals before settling down for storytelling with Mother Christmas.

For children who like to get hands on, there are Christmas craft activities to enjoy around the Zoo, with gingerbread decorating, adding their festive wishes to the Wishing Tree and joining in the Zoo’s colouring competition.

Tickets for Meet Santa cost £25.50 including Zoo entry, and as well as the packed schedule of events above, also include fast-track entry to the Zoo, a mince pie on arrival, and a special event planner. Beat the queues and book online now.