Melbourne · ZOOS
A city zoo on the tram line, an open-range savannah at Werribee and a bush sanctuary in the Yarra Valley. These 11 are compared on entry price, travel time and what each one is genuinely best at.
Review of Melbourne Zoo's $37 day ticket, with tigers, koalas, penguins, keeper talks, transport tips, and practical advice for families.
“really efficient, great fun and easy to work out where the animals were using the map”
Review Werribee Open Range Zoo near Melbourne, with safari rides, lions, rhinos, gorillas, hippos, practical tips, and family value.
“Fantastic. Got to see to see the animals close up and in their habitat. Guide on safari tram was great. Our first sighting of kangaroos and Koala. Would do again and highly recommend”
Review of Melbourne Zoo, with 320 species, native Australian animals, keeper talks, family play areas, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Spent time with family. Not many animals around which we expected more. Especially, families with kids.”
Review Werribee Open Range Zoo near Melbourne, with safari bus, hippos, gorillas, keeper talks, value, tips, and practical details.
“The animals! My kids especially my son really enjoyed the safari wildlife. Didn’t get to pet the Kangaroos but maybe next time will opt for other services there!”
Review the 75-minute Deluxe Safari at Werribee Open Range Zoo, with off-road wildlife viewing, expert guides, pricing, tips, and honest value advice.
“I believe the Elephant Walk should have been included in the Deluxe experience. Our guide was a little too chatty and we spent time just sitting around filling in time, when we could have easily been looking at the elephants.”
Review of the Werribee Zoo and Mansion Tour from Melbourne, with safari animals, estate history, timing, food costs, and booking advice.
“Timings as listed and overall a good experience with kids. Full load and safe driving by David who was host and driver”
Meet koalas and kangaroos on a 30-minute guided Australian animal encounter at Werribee Open Range Zoo, with zoo entry sold separately.
“Koalas and Kangaroos! Get up close and personal with these wonderful animals. Ranger who took us about was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. Was able to take some great photos and see the animals at home and relaxed. Great day and would definitely recommend”
Pair Werribee Mansion's grand rooms and gardens with an African safari bus ride at Werribee Zoo on this practical Melbourne day trip.
“Rick was fantastic we both enjoyed the whole day thanks Rick”
Meet koalas, kangaroos, wombats and native birds before Melbourne Zoo opens, with a small-group guide and behind-the-scenes access.
“Big spacious Zoo, perfect for kids. Great abundance of different types of animals, gread addittion to our trip. Did not get to see every anmial we wanted, but that is okay :)”
Meet koalas, kangaroos, wombats, wallabies, and native birds before Melbourne Zoo opens on this small-group morning experience.
“the tour was extremely informative and the guide Catherine was exceptional.”
Ride Puffing Billy, meet kangaroos and koalas at Moonlit Sanctuary, and see Brighton’s bathing boxes on a flexible private day tour.
“Very very wonderful experience, my son and daughter really love. We saw train and many wildlife. The train tickets are extremely hard to get and our guide Tom helps us to purchase. Thank you team. Highly recommended.”
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