Royal Melbourne Zoo

Australia's oldest zoo, Melbourne Zoo is set in lovely botanic gardens just a short trip from the centre of the city. Because its design is sympathetic to the natural environments of the animals who live here, your exploration will take you through diverse habitats from tropical rainforests to ‘African' grasslands.

Highlights include the Australian bush setting (where you can meet some remarkable indigenous animals), and African and Asian rainforests (the former is home to gorillas and Mandrills, the latter to the magnificent Trail of the Elephants exhibit). On summer evenings the zoo puts on even more of a show with live bands (Zoo Twilights) and special seasonal events. No wonder this is one of Melbourne's most popular attractions. http://vimeo.com/81959955

Elliott Ave, Parkville VIC 3052 VIC

Bookings are to be made via the Zoos Victoria Customer Engagement Team either via email: [email protected] or phone: 1300 966 784.

Daily 9:00am to 5:00pm

Please note: Melbourne Zoo will be closed to the public on Saturday 18th October 2025, for Dream Day, a heart-warming day of joy, discovery, and connection - created especially for children with disabilities and their families who may not normally come to the Zoo.

Child age: 4-15 years old. Younger than 4 years old are admitted free. A paying adult must accompany children under 16 years old.

Children under 16 receive FREE entry on weekends, Victorian public holidays and Victorian Government school holidays.

1300 966 784

http://www.zoo.org.au/MelbourneZoo