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đ Bellshill, Central Scotland
Temperature-controlled tropical house in Bellshill recreating the Amazon with over 60 species including monkeys, parrots, snakes, tarantulas, and a nocturnal area with bats and kinkajou. Daily animal handling sessions available.
Amazonia is a fantastic place to visit for families, kids, and anyone who loves wildlife. The indoor rainforest is full of colourful birds, reptiles, monkeys, and fascinating insects, making it both fun and educational. The enclosures are well cared for, and there are plenty of information boards and friendly staff happy to answer questions. It feels like stepping into a real rainforest, especially with the warm tropical atmosphere. A great day out that combines learning with adventure â definitely worth a visit!
đ Family Action Verdict
Best for children fascinated by reptiles, exotic birds, and unusual mammals â the handling sessions are the highlight and worth the additional cost. The venue is compact compared to outdoor zoos, so families wanting a full-day outing should combine it with something else nearby.
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Chathura Medagedara
7 months ago
âAmazonia is a fantastic place to visit for families, kids, and anyone who loves wildlife. The indoor rainforest is full of colourful birds, reptiles, monkeys, and fascinating insects, making it both fun and educational. The enclosures are well cared for, and there are plenty of information boards and friendly staff happy to answer questions. It feels like stepping into a real rainforest, especially with the warm tropical atmosphere. A great day out that combines learning with adventure â definitely worth a visit!â
warda wahab
10 months ago
âWe had an incredible time at Amazonia! The staff were exceptionally friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about the animals. The variety of species was amazing, from reptiles and birds to exotic mammals, each one more fascinating than the last. The animal handling sessions were worth extra pound which lasted for 15 to 20 minutes, offering a hands-on experience that was both fun and educational.â
Jacqueline McGeachie
4 months ago
âSuch a great and affordable day out. My son absolutely loved handling the reptiles. He is still speaking about them 3 weeks on.â
Magdalena Ledzinska
7 years ago
âSmaller than I thought it would be but still fun and educational place for going out with kids. Inexpensive too. We were waiting with anticipation for feeding time only to see a member of staff walking into cage, throwing some food into bowl and left. 15 seconds total. Hands-on session on the other hand is worth paying extra few quids but would be much more satisfying if not overcrowded. Overall still worth to go.â
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Overview
Amazonia's indoor rainforest holds over 60 species across tropical, nocturnal, and aquatic zones. Monkeys, parrots, snakes, frogs, tarantulas, and fish populate well-maintained enclosures with information boards throughout. The nocturnal area houses bats and kinkajou. Daily animal handling sessions let children hold reptiles and other species. Birthday party facilities and cafe on site, with full pram access throughout the indoor exhibits.
