Melbourne Zoo

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Top 1% of attractions in Melbourne
8 / 10

5 expert reviews

“There is nothing quite like ogling the antics of orangutans or leering at lion cubs to keep the kids (even the big ones) happy.”

– Travel + Leisure

Fodor's Fodor's
"Verdant gardens and open-environment animal enclosures are hallmarks of this world-renowned zoo, which is 4 km (2½ mi) north of the city center." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
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"The oldest zoo in Australia and the third oldest in the world. Today it's one of the city’s most popular attractions." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Australia's oldest zoo is also its boldest... how can 320 species and live entertainment be wrong?" Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Built in 1862, this is the oldest zoo in the world and makes a great day out with kids" Full review