"Australian Tourism Awards, Two-thousand Twenty-four Silver, Major Tourist Attractions" - Two Giraffes, the younger calf (Tambi) standing on the right, next to an adult on the left, against the grey enclosure wall.

"Silver Winner, Australian Tourism Awards, Two-thousand-twenty-four, Major Tourist Attractions" - Two "visitors" look at two Lemurs, one looking left to the camera.

"Silver Winner, Australian Tourism Awards, Two-thousand-twenty-four, Major Tourist Attractions" - Family of three watch the Blue-and-Yellow Macaw ready to take flight, up-close and awe-struck.

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Open daily 9am - 5pm

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Highlights

Litter of five Meerkat pups out on habitat for first time. Close up of two pups.

Five fuzzy meerkat pups join Melbourne Zoo

Melbourne Zoo has welcomed five adorable meerkat pups, born to mum Toto and dad Malu. The tiny newcomers – now the size of small lemons – are exploring their habitat under the watchful eye of big sister Mwezi, who’s taken on the role of super-sibling carer. Visitors these school holidays might spot the pups tumbling over each other, following mum and sister, or even stealing snacks from the adults. Listen out for their high-pitched squeaks and chirps – they’re as cute as they sound!

400 Gradi at the Zoo

This summer, we're welcoming 400 Gradi to Lakeside Cafe. We're creating a vibrant dining destination that brings their famous pizzas, handcrafted fresh pastas and tiramisu together with our "Coffee for Wildlife" barista coffee right to the heart of the zoo.

It's a true collaboration—combining Gradi's well-known signature dishes with our unique Lakeside setting and, for the adults, we'll be serving refreshing Aperol spritzes to complete the perfect summer visit. Hurry ends January 31.

Cool Down with a Bonus Calippo!

Beat the heat with our sizzling summer deal! Buy any 3 Streets ice-creams and score a refreshing Calippo absolutely FREE.

Whether you're treating the family after exploring the zoo or cooling down between exhibits, this is the perfect way to make your visit even sweeter.

Promotion runs 22 December – 1 February. Available at select food outlets across all Zoos Victoria properties.

Events

Two guests watching Elephants, the daughter excitedly pointing while looking though binoculars, with her dad looking on and smiling.

School Holiday Fun

Find out what's on at our zoos these school holidays!

Bluey Live Interactive Experience

Wackadoo! Bluey returns to the Zoo – back by popular demand!

Add on an Animal Experience

Koala eating leaves and facing the camera with head tilted right.

Australian Wildlife Experience - Koala

Spend an unforgettable afternoon, spotlighting Australia’s unique mammal and bird ambassador spec...

A Fur-Seal swimming left through blue-tinted water.

Seal experience

Witness the Australian fur seals in action at Melbourne Zoo

A Giraffe, with a long neck, brown spots, and dark eyes, looking into the distance

Giraffe Experience

Upgrade your visit to Melbourne Zoo and come meet the worlds' tallest mammal!

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Members get more!

Only $12.42 a month over 12 months

Unlimited entry to Melbourne Zoo, Werribee Open Range Zoo, Healesville Sanctuary and Kyabram Fauna Park

Kids join free on adult memberships

Free entry to five interstate zoos

Discounts at the Zoo Shop and from our zoo partners

Help fund our conservation work to fight wildlife extinction

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"The membership is affordable and really good value for money. Additionally, I am kept abreast of developments at the zoo because I am a member" - Yumna R