Zoos & aquariums · London
Menagerie
In or near Shortlands.
Menagerie — a zoo aquarium in england-london, United Kingdom.
Brian Whittle — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Forest Hill · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Menagerie is a zoo aquarium located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Horniman Museum and Gardens offer a variety of exhibits including an aquarium, a butterfly house, and extensive gardens. Visitors can explore natural history displays and enjoy the outdoor spaces, which feature a nature play area and scenic views.
Place summary
Menagerie is a historic zoo located in London. Established in the 19th century, it is one of the oldest zoos in the world, featuring a diverse range of animal species. The Menagerie played a significant role in the development of zoological studies and conservation efforts.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 51.4426, -0.0607
- District
- Lewisham
- Parish
- Lewisham, unparished area
- Postcode
- SE23 3PQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Lewisham West and East Dulwich
- Phone
- +44 20 8699 1872
- Nearest railway station
- Forest Hill — 0.6 km
- Opening
- Museum: 10am - 5.30pm; Gardens: 7.15am - 8.30pm
- Official site
- www.horniman.ac.uk
Sources
- osm: way/5095289 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Menagerie?
- Menagerie is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SE23 3PQ), in the parish of Lewisham, unparished area.
- What is Menagerie?
- Menagerie — a zoo aquarium in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Menagerie?
- The nearest railway station is Forest Hill, about 0.6 km away. The nearest town is Shortlands. Drivers can use postcode SE23 3PQ.
- Is Menagerie free to visit?
- Yes, Menagerie is free to enter.
- How do I get to Menagerie?
- The nearest railway station is Forest Hill, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SE23 3PQ.