Summer at Tropical World

Discover the beauty of butterflies this summer …

19 July to 31 August

The butterflies are taking over again this summer, and we’ve something for everyone to enjoy while finding out about these beautiful creatures and their habitats.

We’re taking part in the Big Butterfly Count 2025 (19 July to 10 August) starting with a special weekend of activities on 19-20 July, inside the zoo and at our Wildflower Meadows in Roundhay Park (weather permitting). 

The Butterfly Conservation Yorkshire team will be on site with lots of information on these fascinating creatures. Pick up your FREE copy of the Butterfly ID chart and head down to the Wildflower Meadow to record the number and type of butterflies you spot in a 15-minute slot - don’t forget to submit your sightings! 

The butterfly theme continues throughout the summer holidays, so why not enjoy a trip to Tropical World, where our indoor zoo is dry and cosy whatever the weather and you’ll have a fabulous family outing.

Image of a butterfly on a shrub, with the text Butterfly Fever

We’ve lots on offer:

Spot our Exotic Butterflies

Use our FREE Tropical World Butterfly ID chart to identify the different exotic species within the zoo and learn how you can help the butterflies in your garden.

Keeper talks

Stop by and listen to our Keeper talks at 2pm (weekends) and find out about our butterflies, what they eat and their lifecycle.

Children’s craft activities

Pop by our Activity Room for some craft activities and colouring. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times (weekends).

Tropical World Café

Treat yourself to a tasty snack or lunch in our light and bright café or pick up one of our freshly made stonebaked pizzas at Tropical Lookout open 11am to 5pm weather permitting.