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Guiding Principles Animal Experiences
Understand what the animal experience will be like on a zoo excursion.
Getting here
Werribee Open Range Zoo is just 30 minutes from Melbourne CBD and en route to Victoria's stunning Great Ocean Road.
Plan your excursion
Plan your zoo excursion by exploring your program choices and reading information about cost and supervision ratios, payment, cancellation and more.
Where to eat
Treat yourself with delicious food at one of our cafes or kiosks.
Europcar
Exclusive to Zoos Victoria Members! Enjoy 20% discount on Europcar's Electric, Hybrid and Plug-in models.
Member visit and win
Exclusive to Zoos Victoria Members, visit any of our four zoos and you could win a dream trip to the Wildlife Retreat at Taronga Zoo, worth $5,000*.
Food and facilities
Treat yourself with delicious food at one of our cafés or kiosks and check out the various facilities that you can enjoy at the zoo.
Food and facilities
Treat yourself with delicious food at one of our cafés or kiosks and check out the various facilities that you can enjoy at the zoo.
Kids visit free
Children under 16 years old can visit Melbourne Zoo, Werribee Open Range Zoo, Healesville Sanctuary, and Kyabram Fauna Park for FREE on weekends, Victorian Public Holidays, and Victorian Government school holidays.
Animal talks
Learn about the animals who call Melbourne Zoo home, including stories about their individual personalities and behaviours.
Ranger Mystery Tour
Join our knowledgeable rangers on a behind-the-scenes adventure! Showcasing our extraordinary animals, this mystery tour will allow you to discover the hidden sights and stories of the Zoo. It will be an unforgettable experience where no two tours will be the same!
Lion Experience
Join us behind the scenes to meet our growing Lion pride and meet the passionate keepers who care for them every day.
Vjunior
Exclusive to Zoos Victoria Members! Enjoy up to 30% off Vjunior family tickets at Village Cinemas*
VCE Business Management
Students explore real-world operations management at Werribee Open Range Zoo, learning strategic planning, efficiency, technology, CSR, and customer satisfaction in a Government Business Enterprise.
Other functions and events
If you are looking to book private indoor and outdoor spaces at the Zoo, our team is here to help you create the perfect event to suit any taste, style or budget. Learn more.