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Santa's Grotto at Dublin Zoo, Phoenix Park
Santa & Christmas · Phoenix Park
All ages
Children meet Santa in his grotto at the zoo and take home a gift, either on a daytime zoo visit or combined with the Wild Lights lantern trail in the evening.
Relaxed and accessible sessions: Sensory-friendly grotto sessions every Saturday and Sunday morning from 21 November: no music, reduced noise, gentler lighting and smaller groups.. Price: Ticketed, as a bundle with zoo day entry or Wild Lights; gift included. Ages: All ages. Details from the organiser's website, checked on 10/11/2026. Please check there before you go, as times and prices can change.
- Book ahead
- Relaxed / sensory-friendly session
Dublin Zoo, Phoenix Park, Dublin 8