Taronga Zoo Zoos, Farms & Aquaria
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Sydney,
NSW, 2088
Australia
+61 2 9969 2777
http://www.zoo.nsw.gov.au
tz@zoo.nsw.gov.au


Overview
Opened in 1884, the Taronga Zoo is the first public zoo in New South Wales. The Zoo has gone through much renovation and redevelopment featuring updated exhibits and an Asian Rainforest, which provides a unique insight into the majesty and wonder of the jungle homes of an amazing array of rare Asian wildlife including Asian Elephants, Silvery Gibbons, Francoise Langurs, Asian Turtles, and Fishing Cats. The Taronga Zoo is continually building and updating its cultural and educational displays and precincts in order to provide the ultimate in family fun. Be sure to check out the free animal presentations and shows throughout the day.Open Hours
Mo to Su from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PMUpcoming Events Near Taronga Zoo
- Taronga Zoo General Admission | 2011-03-31, 09:00:00
- Taronga Zoo VIP Aussie Gold Tour | 2011-03-31, 09:15:00
- Tarongas Wild Australia Experience | 2011-03-31, 10:00:00
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As a person who has taken several trips just to see different zoos, the Taronga Zoo was a required stop while I was in Sydney on my honeymoon and is now my all-time favorite. (In fact, in my humble opinion, the breathtaking view of Sydney Harbor from the bird show amphitheater was my favorite after a week of sightseeing.) The park is basically on a hill, so if you take a ferry/watertaxi to the zoo, take the scenic skyride to the top and work your way down to save your feet. Several exhibits of note – with their ample room and easy viewing, the zoo's great ape exhibits (gorillas, chimps, orangs) should be used as a template for other zoos’ renovations. With “raised ground” and glass, the lion & tiger exhibit was simply awesome, allowing the animals to be at eye-level with the visitor. And, of course, those exhibits including native Australian species were wonderful. The nicely landscaped grounds and restrooms were clean, and the newer food court was pleasant and moderately-priced. An abandoned bear enclosure gives visitors a rare and enlightening opportunity to see how animals were housed behind the scenes “back in the day.” Although the harbor-entrance gift shop seemed a bit bare in looking for Taronga-specific souvenirs of our trip. A beautiful zoo that should not be missed!
My husband and I have traveled all over the world. We have visited many zoos and Taronga is by far our favorite! If you are in NSW, do not miss the opportunity to visit Taronga Zoo!
I know it is only temporary but lack of parking and having 4 zoo memberships still having to pay to pay to park.I have had memberships for 5 years I think I and other zoo friends should NOT have pay to park.
I love going to Taronga Zoo. It is friendly and easy to navigate. I would definitely recommend going! It is definitely worth the money but I wouldn't buy any souveneirs or anything. Go for a whole day and explore all the sections and shows - you won't regret it!
The Taronga Zoo, in Sydeny, Australia is a very umique and interesting place. I highly recommend seeing the Taronga Zoo if you are taking a family vacation. It is rating #2 in the most fascinating attraction in Sydney, Australia.
Excellent arrangement to entertain and take rest in between visiting animals, adequate arrangement for food and visitors. Liked the sky safari, its wonderful. The best time to vicit would be beautiful sunny day with temperature of 20-24. Family with little kids will really enjoy the area as a day of outing. Oveall, it was an excellent day of outing.
well i think this place is great mainly for children. the kidz are in an opem aera to play too. it is a place of laughter and joy
It's a nice Zoo - especially if you have kids. The ferry and cable car also makes it very spectacular. However 44AUD is a little expensive. Keep this in mind before you go.
This zoo is the best zoo ever it has lots of animals but it needs to have better homes for the animals.In the school holidays is the best time to go because everthing is open.



