Zoos in Melbourne

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Set amidst beautiful botanic gardens a short drive from the center of Melbourne, Melbourne Zoo is Australia's oldest zoo and is home to over 300 species of Australian and international wildlife – from dingos to flamingos! The animals are housed in diverse and expansive habitats that are designed to closely mirror their respective natural environments. Providing an experience that's as educational as it is inspirational for all ages, Melbourne Zoo tickets guarantee a wild family day out in the Victorian capital.

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Healesville Sanctuary is a wildlife refuge specialising in native Australian animals. It's a fantastic place to view Australian wildlife, featuring a collection of animals that have been rescued and rehabilitated. The sanctuary is located in Healesville, a 1.5-hour drive from Melbourne.

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The Werribee Open Range Zoo is a perfect destination for animal lovers, featuring an incredible range of African animals only 30 minutes outside of central Melbourne. Australian, African, and Asian natural habitats have been carefully recreated to provide the animals with fantastic living conditions just like their homes out in the wild!