What's On

Plan your visit

We're open 9am-5pm every day!

Book tickets

We are open every day 9am – 5pm.

Keeper talks

Meet the keepers and learn something new about your favourite animals!

Getting here

Find out information on public transport and parking options.

Events

Check out the upcoming events at the Zoo

Reptile activities

Foster your child’s love of wildlife through connection with the wonders of their natural world.

Terrarium Tipples

Learn about our micro-environments before creating your very own in the form of a terrarium.

The Zoo Keeper Experience

Come "Kick it in Khaki" and experience zoo keeper life

Events for kids

Melbourne Zoo School Holidays

Celebrate the birth of our three gorgeous elephant calves

World Vet Day Teddy Hospital

Celebrate the remarkable work veterinarians do

Overnight experiences

Swags 'n' Snags

You’ve never camped like this before: delight in an after-hours Melbourne Zoo overnight experienc...

Roar 'n' Snore overnight camp

Feast and slumber overnight in the historic elephant exhibit of Melbourne Zoo

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Animal encounters

Otter Behind the Scenes

Get to know our cheeky Asian Small-clawed Otter family!

Reptile House Encounter

Tour the Reptile House and learn about some of our Fighting Extinction species.

Seal Close-up Encounter

Upgrade your visit to Melbourne Zoo and meet our playful seals!

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Latest News

News

Find out the latest news from Melbourne Zoo.