Sydney Taronga Zoo General Entry Ticket

Posted By : RowanH336
It’s definitely one of better zoo’s I’ve seen. To get here we took a ferry from circular quay. It cost 6 dollars each for memory one way. They seemed to leave every 20-30 minutes. The zoo itself is quite extensive and featured animal sections from Australia and internationally. It covered most animals you would expect to see in a standard zoo. Its location on the harbour also afforded some spectacular views back towards Sydney. To see it all I would recommend doing this as a whole day activity. Drinks and food were available at various parts in the park. Animals seemed to all be treated very well and there was an emphasis on conservation efforts with a lot of them. A lot of the information boards seemed to be aimed more towards a paediatric audience. Would recommend.
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Posted On : 2024-04-14

Posted By : DiscoverAndEnjoy
A lovely zoo, with lots of hilly walks, but wheelchair/stroller safe. The diversity of animals was great, especially the birds and koalas. Where the attraction lacked was in interpretive signage, no time estimates to move through large sections of the park, and the special app was not helpful at all, the wifi kept kicking out and the detailed info on the app didn't follow where you were for additional info. If you have extra time on your visit - go for it, if pressed for time, give it a miss unless it's your only chance to see wildlife.
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Posted On : 2024-04-08

Posted By : 60089
Excellent zoo. GO EARLY. I think they open at 9:00AM. We took the boat from Circular Quay and were there in no time. I mean these animals have a million dollar view of the city! The exhibits are excellent and the grounds well maintained. We saw it all from Lions to Koalas to Lemurs. Skip the "encounters" with the animals. It's a money grab and nothing you can't do with a telephoto lens. We will go back. Perhaps I can get my lovely wife to have an encounter with a hungry lion :) Seriously, well worth the money.
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Posted On : 2024-04-05

Posted By : Smidsy75
This review is written by my 8 year old son - “The Zoo is fantastic, 5 out of 5! The shop has lots of nice things, I love my keyring! There are a lot of places to run around and too many animals to count. My favourite is the tiger but I loved the Koalas too. Every corner has something new to look at” Pretty accurate from a parent’s point of view too. It’s a great family day out and one of the best zoos I have attended. The bird show was a surprise highlight- the girls know their stuff, obviously care very much for their birds and delivered the show with more than a little bit of style, it’s a must if you visit. The zoo is immaculately clean, the range of animals extensive and the environment is just a lovely place to spend a day, I can understand why it has been described as the best real estate in Sydney. The staff also went above and beyond looking after my father in law to source a wheelchair for him as when we arrived they had all been taken (if you need a chair arrive early)The views are outstanding. Downsides? Few and hardly worth mentioning - the cable car is no longer in operation, I look forward to revisiting when the new system is launched. The aquarium seemed to be closed and in need of renovation. Turning into the ramps in the car park is very tight for large cars so extra care is needed. Enjoy a lovely day!
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Posted On : 2024-04-03

Posted By : Bill_E
Great zoo. Limited animals, only aone or a few of each to see like the lions. A lot of steep steps, hard walking.
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Posted On : 2024-03-30

Posted By : Soham_S
Taronga Zoo, nestled by Sydney Harbour, offers an unforgettable encounter with Australia's iconic wildlife. The Australia exhibit, featuring koalas and kangaroos, is a highlight, allowing up-close encounters with these native creatures. What sets Taronga apart is its family-friendly layout, with pathways winding through lush gardens and naturalistic enclosures. Amenities like playgrounds and picnic areas enhance the experience for visitors of all ages. The zoo's commitment to animal welfare shines through in spacious, thoughtfully designed enclosures. Conservation and education initiatives are seamlessly integrated into the visitor experience. Overall, Taronga Zoo offers a memorable journey through Australian wildlife, perfect for families and animal enthusiasts alike.
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Posted On : 2024-03-30

Posted By : Mobile05278935220
I love a zoo, and this one did not disappoint! Great time! We spent 3.5 hours here. Restrooms readily available. Discount for those age 65 or older. Other discounts available too, so check. It would be a challenge at times for those in wheelchairs but they did pretty well to accommodate everyone. Should I find myself in Sydney again I will visit this zoo.
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Posted On : 2024-03-29

Posted By : Dintin83
Nice zoo with good mix of native animals. Should plan a visit if you have young kids.. seal show is also pretty entertaining
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Posted On : 2024-03-28

Posted By : JonInIndy
My wife and I flew into Sydney on a weekday, arriving in the morning. We had decided to drop our bags off and start exploring the city's sights. With our accommodations being about a 2 minute walk to Circular Quay, we decided to go to the Taronga Zoo. Once we located the correct ferry in Circular Quay to take to the zoo, we found we could swipe our credit cards to board (and when getting off) for the ~12 minute ride to the zoo. Upon arrival to the drop off pier, there are options: 1) Would have been a gondola ride to the top of the hill and the main entrance of the zoo - it was and will be closed for some time for repair/improvements 2) You can walk to the lower entrance, but this will have you walking uphill through the zoo - and then back down 3) Wait for a bus that will take you to the top of the hill to the main entrance - this was the option we chose - we had at least a 10 minute wait for a bus to show up. The bus is also a swipe on/swipe off, so not free. The zoo is stretched out over a large area, so there can be a lot of walking. From a zoo map, we saw that animals we could see in our own zoo went one direction and animals native to Australia went the other. With the sun/heat, maybe long flight, and trying to prevent walking down and back up, we decided to go the Australian direction and skip the other. The koala section was the highlight for us, but some animals, like the platypus, we didn't see (like any zoo - sometimes they're out, sometimes not.) Once through that part of the zoo, we were able to cut across to the main path which has circles painted on it which do help you in knowing where you are on the map. We progressed to the mid level gift shop seeing a few more animal displays and then decided to leave. On the way out (stair steps allowed us to shorten our way down) we saw a few more animals along the path. Once out, there is a short walk back to the ferry pier for the swipe on/swipe off ride back to Circular Quay. The layout/map of the zoo isn't bad, but to see it all would take some time. We spent about 1 ½ -2 hours for what we saw. Plan accordingly for heat, sun, and a lot of walking.
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Posted On : 2024-03-21

Posted By : Neil_J
Koala bears were the best part. I would suggest to have more water refill stations. There was only two near the market and they were both closed. I am assuming the reason these were closed so you were forced to go buy water in the market. All in all the zoo was a good experience and interesting place to go to. Due to the heat, a lot of animals were not out and visible. Good the tiger, although he was in a enclosed cage.
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Posted On : 2024-03-20