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About Melbourne Zoo
Who's excited to visit some really cute animals!? We certainly are! Formerly known as the Royal Melbourne Zoological Gardens, Melbourne Zoo is great animal fun for the whole family! There are over 300 species of animals, reptiles and birds, spread across 22 hectares of amazing exhibits!
That's a lot of ground to cover..literally...so we better get started!
The great thing about Melbourne Zoo, is that it's not just animal interactions and experiences that the kids get to enjoy. It's also a great place for kids to learn ALL about the animals we have on our amazing planet. There's no need to climb the mountains of Asia, or scour the plains of Africa. Melbourne Zoo have brought the animal world to you!
Melbourne Zoo has a host of weird and wonderful creatures. You will find your favourites such as the Asian Elephant, the fur seal, lions, meerkats, gorillas, tigers and zebras. Kids will get such an excitement seeing these animals that they have seen in pictures and books - right in front of them!
There are also creatures that the family might not even have heard of before - like the coati, the tamarin, and the bongo! See, you're learning already!
Melbourne Zoo is more than just looking at animals - it's an experience!
Growing Wild is their interactive natural style play area designed especially for children aged 3 to 8 years. There is plenty of imaginative nature themed play equipment plus the playground itself is interspersed with close up live exhibits like Meerkats, Giant Tortoises and Brush Turkeys, reptiles and insects.
The Keeper Kids playspace lets kids experience what it would be like to work at a zoo as a keeper, and they can stimulate their imagination and connect with nature.
The Butterfly House lets kids roam among hundreds of beautifully coloured butterflies, Wild Sea is the zoo's biggest exhibit letting you explore the ocean, and the Orang-utan Sanctuary lets you explore this fun treetop home!
There is SO much more to discover at Melbourne Zoo - you better get started then!
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Suggest editHow much does it cost?
Suggest editAdults $30.80
Children Child (4-15 years) $21.00
Free Under Under 15s are free on weekends, and public holidays. Under 3 years free anytime!
Last Update 2023
Discount All visitors of all ages (including babies) will need a pre-booked ticket to enter the zoo.
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Doing our bit
They are committed to ensuring that no Victorian terrestrial vertebrate species goes extinct - that's pretty amazing!
Do they have baby facilities?
There are baby changing areas available
I’m Hungry! Can I get food at Melbourne Zoo?
There's a kiosk, bakery, take-away, cafe...all offering any foods you want, from pies, pastries, sausage rolls, burgers, fish and chips, ice creams....yum!
Any top tips when visiting?
Check out the amazing Wild Encounters program which give kids incredible opportunities to feed animals, and even stay overnight!
Does Melbourne Zoo have a gift shop?
There are a number of zoo shops to pick up those fun animal related items to take home!
Teachers corner
They love teaching students about the animals and conservation, and they have great hands-on learning experiences for the students! Give them a call to arrange.
Do they have baby facilities?
There are baby changing areas available
Does Melbourne Zoo have healthy eating or Vegan options?
Some of the cafes offer healthy sandwiches, and the bistro offer vegetarian and gluten free options
Is Melbourne Zoo fully accessible?
Melbourne Zoo has an easy-to-follow pathway system, with access for people using wheelchairs and pushers. Wheelchairs are also available for free hire. There are five sets of accessible toilets. If you are mobility-impaired, they have guide mobile tours available too.
Any additonal information?
Don't forget your camera!
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