Taronga Zoo
Quick Facts
- Location
- Australia, Sydney
- Category
- Theme Park
- Duration
- 4-6 hours
- Opening Hours
- Daily 09:30-17:00 · Closes 16:30 from May to August; last entry one hour before closing; open every day including public holidays
- Ticket Price
- Adult: AU$57 at the gate / from AU$51.30 online · Child: AU$33 at the gate / from AU$29.70 online, ages 4-15; under 4 free · Family 2 adults + 2 children AU$162 gate / AU$144 online; all keeper talks and two daily shows included; Wildlife Express train AU$5 one way; cashless zoo
- Address
- Bradleys Head Rd, Mosman NSW 2088, Australia
- Coordinates
- -33.8560, 151.2210
Introduction
Taronga Zoo sits on a hillside on the north shore of Sydney Harbour, facing the Opera House and city skyline across the water, and is praised as the zoo with the most beautiful view in the world. Built into the hillside, it houses Australian natives such as koalas, kangaroos and platypus alongside rare species from around the world. Take the ferry across from Circular Quay and ride the cable car up to the hilltop entrance, then walk down through the exhibits with harbour views along the way. Close encounters with Australian wildlife plus harbour scenery make it a favourite stop for families and visitors in Sydney.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Monday | 09:30-17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:30-17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:30-17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:30-17:00 |
| Friday | 09:30-17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:30-17:00 |
| Sunday | 09:30-17:00 |
Closes 16:30 from May to August; last entry one hour before closing; open every day including public holidays
Ticket Information
| Adult | AU$57 at the gate / from AU$51.30 online |
|---|---|
| Child | AU$33 at the gate / from AU$29.70 online, ages 4-15; under 4 free |
| Senior | Concession AU$43 gate / from AU$38.70 online (pension, health, seniors, student or companion card) |
Family 2 adults + 2 children AU$162 gate / AU$144 online; all keeper talks and two daily shows included; Wildlife Express train AU$5 one way; cashless zoo
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Taronga Zoo?
Monday: 09:30-17:00; Tuesday: 09:30-17:00; Wednesday: 09:30-17:00; Thursday: 09:30-17:00; Friday: 09:30-17:00; Saturday: 09:30-17:00; Sunday: 09:30-17:00; Closes 16:30 from May to August; last entry one hour before closing; open every day including public holidays
How much is the admission for Taronga Zoo?
Adult: AU$57 at the gate / from AU$51.30 online; Child: AU$33 at the gate / from AU$29.70 online, ages 4-15; under 4 free; Senior: Concession AU$43 gate / from AU$38.70 online (pension, health, seniors, student or companion card); Family 2 adults + 2 children AU$162 gate / AU$144 online; all keeper talks and two daily shows included; Wildlife Express train AU$5 one way; cashless zoo
Any practical tips for visiting Taronga Zoo?
Walk down from the hilltop entrance to save energy while overlooking the harbour. Note the timed bird shows and koala and giraffe feeding sessions.
How long should I spend at Taronga Zoo?
A typical visit takes 4-6 hours.
