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Kids visit free!

See the dinos for limited time

Open 9am - 5pm daily. Prebook tickets before you visit.

Enjoy in any weather

Zoos Victoria acknowledges and respects the Traditional Owners as the original custodians of the land and waters, their ability to care for Country, and deep spiritual connection to it. We honour Elders past and present whose knowledge and wisdom has ensured the continuation of culture and traditional practices.

Plan Your Visit

Don't forget to pre-book your ticket if you're not a member.

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We are open every day 9am – 5pm. Even when it's raining.

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We are experiencing a high volume of calls at the moment so please read our FAQs.

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Whether you're in the mood for a leisurely sit-down meal, crave some takeaway treats, or desire s...

What's On

Check out the exciting events on now or coming up at Melbourne Zoo

T-rex

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Dinos at Melbourne Zoo

Witness large animatronic dinosaurs amidst a jungle of exotic wildlife.

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Dinos After Dark

A nocturnal adventure to see what the dinosaurs get up to once the sun goes down

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Animal Experiences

Make your zoo visit even more special by booking an exclusive experience.

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Australian Wildlife Experience $93

Join your VIP ranger, journey through the iconic Australian Bush and meet some unique Kangaroo, K...

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Kangaroo experience $39

Upgrade your visit to Melbourne Zoo and say g'day to a kangaroo!

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Giraffe experience $91

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

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Fighting Extinction

Zoos Victoria is a not-for-profit conservation organisation committed to fighting wildlife extinction.

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Coffee for Wildlife

Now available online and at our zoos.

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Totes for Wildlife

Buy a tote bag and directly support the conservation of local threatened species.

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Don't Palm Us Off

Palm oil is linked to rapid loss of biodiversity when produced unsustainably.

How you can help

Help us protect Victoria’s unique wildlife

Members get more!

Only $11.50 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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School programs

Education programs connecting young people with species from across the globe