WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo

At the WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo you can see and learn all about Australian wildlife without leaving the city

Cute Koala at WILD LIFE Sydney
Cute Koala at WILD LIFE Sydney cc licensed photo by Daniel Burka

WILD LIFE Sydney (formerly called Sydney Wildlife Park), winner of the Australian Tourism Best family-focused tourism award in 2007, opened in 2006. Located on the east shore of Darling Harbour right next to Sydney Aquarium and Madame Tussauds wax museum makes it easy to visit both attractions.

The WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo is great fun for the entire family. Learn about Australian wildlife as you stroll along the one kilometre walkway and explore the many exciting exhibits. The exhibits are representive of a variety of Australian habitats, regions and species. Witness Australia's largest snake, enjoy the colourful splendour of butterflies in the Butterfly Tropics, see cute koalas at Gum Tree Valley, or get your picture taken with one at Koala Encounters. Be sure to smile at Rex (see picture below), the giant Saltwater Crocodile in Kakadu Gorge. Get yourself a little lost in the Daintree Rainforest, home to the huge Southern Cassowary — the most dangerous bird on the planet (if provoked). Hop back in time with the wallabies and wombats of Wallaby Cliffs and visit the Kangaroo Walk-About to stroll amongst the kangaroos and wallabies. Later, you can feasts your eyes on the wonderful world after dark at Nightfall.

In addition to the above you will find interactive hands-on displays. With its wide variety of unique and legendary Australian animals, WILD LIFE Sydney is great fun and also educational for the whole family. Don't forget to bring your camera!

Facts For Your Visit

Fee: Yes.

WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays

  • Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Address: 1-5 Wheat Rd, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

Phone: 1800 195 650

Official Website: WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo

WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo Reviews

Rated 4.1 out of 5 Star Rating

5 Star Rating We really enjoyed our visit to the Zoo. It was interesting seeing the different indigenous animals. The Zookeepers are great at sharing interesting facts in an engaging manner. It was very special to share our visit to the Zoo with a group of youth supported by Care Support (NDIS). It was heartwarming to witness the care towards disabled individuals and how the children enjoyed seeing the animals. I'm glad we visited and got to see the Tree Kangaroo, Wombats, Koalas, Wallabies & all other creatures living in this happy space. Worth a visit if you need to be occupied or fill 1.5 - 2hrs👍
Charl Esau - 3 weeks ago

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5 Star Rating The Zoo Keepers really knew their charges. Both Owen and I were very impressed with the outlay of the facility being in the middle of a city the animals did not look cramped, unwell, harassed, and they looked very calm during our visit the staff was friendly informative. the facility was clean and the animals are actually out for display even though it was 45°C Today I would suggest this as a good place to visit. It doesn’t take long to go through and it’s easy to arrive there.
Debra Perfitt - a month ago

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5 Star Rating What a great place right in the city. We did the breakfast with the koalas experience and it was fantastic, from the highlights tour with the keeper Oliver to the kangaroo walk about, a hot delicious breakfast but my fav has to be the crocodile viewing space it was awesome. Thanks so much a great day
Gina Atcheson - a month ago

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4 Star Rating It's a nice quaint local zoo. The hours of operation are very short, well it was when I went in December (10am-4pm). I'm saying that because I arrived at 10:30, only spent about 30 minutes there, because the majority of the animals were still sleeping! Even my $30 pic with the Koala was with a napping bear that you couldn't even see his precious little cute face!🫤
Taylor B - 2 months ago

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5 Star Rating I love this place, they have so many cool animals, they have spiders, snakes, kangaroos, koalas, Tasmanian devils, wombats, crocodiles, cute mouses, the most dangerous bird in the world, lizards and many more. The venue is well maintained, you can book online so you don’t need to line up at the front. A general entry ticket cost A$48 but check for deals on their website. The venue has a café and you can pay for a photo with a koala. Suggestion: get more spiders and tarantulas.
Chris Lombardo - 2 months ago

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Directions

Line Nearest Station Walking Time
Light RailL1 - Pyrmont Bay or L2 - Town Hall10 minutes
T1, T2, T3 or T4Town Hall10 minutes
FerryDarling Harbour Aquarium Wharf1 minute

How to get to WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo by

By Light Rail L1: Exit at Pyrmont Bay and cross Murray Street and walk across the Pyrmont Bay Bridge. WILD LIFE Sydney is on the harbourfront just north of the east end of the bridge on the far side of the Aquarium.

By Train or Light Rail L2: From Town Hall Station walk north to Druit Street and proceed west watching for the pedestrian ramp off to your right. Follow the ramp to the harbourside and go left (south) along the harbour.

You can also get to WILD LIFE Sydney via pedestrian ramps from either Market or King Street.

By Ferry: Take a Darling Harbour Ferry from Circular Quary Wharf 5.

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