So you’re a city dweller and the kids are wanting to see animals up close and personal? The simplest way to make that happen is to visit the Sydney Wildlife Zoo where you can enjoy the Australian wildlife.
PS - planning to visit WILD LIFE this March? We have an absolutely great deal at the moment - WILD LIFE Entry tickets at 50% off (so save $20!)
1. What is there to do at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo and what can you see?
WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo is a self-guided attraction, but talks, feeds and shows take place throughout the day.
In the zoo you can have the unforgettable opportunity to cuddle koalas, hand-feed kangaroos and come face to face with Tasmanian devils! If you dare, step into the Nightfall Habitat and discover some of the weird and wonderful creatures that only come out after dark, or explore the Gum Tree Valley habitat, you can meet two of the world’s deadliest snakes.
If cuddly koalas are your favourite, go up the Koala Rooftop and take a photo with a cuddly koala! If you want an up-close encounter with kangaroos and wallabies, you can visit them at the Kangaroo Walk-About.
Tip: Make the most out of your day and see both cuddly koalas and marine animals such as sharks! Check out SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium just next door and have a full fun-filled day.
2. Where can you get tickets?
Tickets are sold at the park’s main entrance or from their website but note that because of new capacity restrictions, booking a specific date and timeslot is now being done.
You can also conveniently book tickets through Klook and save up to 20% OFF! You also get instant confirmation, and get to skip the long queues and enter just by presenting your voucher at the entrance.
The pass also comes with a free Digi Photo pass (access to unlimited digital photos) - so it's such a great deal!
3. When is the best time to visit SEA LIFE Sydney?
Weekends and holidays from 11AM-2PM can be busy, so if you're wanting a bit more space when you visit, do take note of this.
Also note that due to new COVID restrictions, checking of temperature of guests as they enter the attraction will be done, and wearing of masks is encouraged and is needed for visitors over 12 years of age.
4. What are WlLD LIFE Zoo’s opening hours and location?
The park is open Thursdays - Mondays, 10am - 4pm (last entry 3pm).
Address
- Aquarium Wharf, 1-5 Wheat Rd, Darling Harbour NSW 2000
How to get there
By bus: Get off at the 24th stop of Sydney sightseeing bus or take other buses to Market Street/King Street
- By train: Short walk from Town Hall or Wynyard stations
- By metro: Get off at Darling Park station (Nearby landmarks: 5-10 Minute walk along Market Street or King Street Street)
- By light rail: Get off at the Convention Centre or Pyrmont Bay stations
- By ferry: Take the ferry that runs from Circular Quay to Darling Harbour and disembark at the Aquarium ferry Wharf
Don't miss out on this glimpse of Australian wildlife in the heart of the city! Take the kids or your best mates - we guarantee everyone will have a good time!
5. What are my parking options?
WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo offers all guests super cheap parking rates at numerous car parks in central Sydney!
How to get a discounted parking rate:
You need to pre-book your parking on online or via the Wilson Parking App, select one of the above car parks and use promo code MERLIN to get the discount! You can get discounted rates at the following car parks:
- 100 Murray Street (Harbourside) Car Park
- Citipark Car Park
- Darling Park Car Park
- Darling Quarter Car Park
- 383 Kent Street Car Park
- 321 Kent Street Car Park
- Darling Square Car Park
At the aquarium as well, you can present your parking ticket AND a valid entry ticket or pass for WILD LIFE Sydney for that day to the admissions desk staff so they can validate it.
Sydney WILD LIFE Zoo Reviews
"Very much enjoyed the time with the family in hear getting up close and ability some of Australia’s wildlife. This zoo has a good feel and in parts feels a bit like a nature walk .Staff were all friendly and knowledgeable and didn’t hesitate to have a chat about the animals they cared for." - Nur
"Wild life in the city of Sydney is definitely recommended. The tickets bought from Klook allow us to enter directly." - Felix
"Easy to book and use just in front of it. Direct entry without getting the ticket is big plus! Make sure to book in advance to get further discount. (I booked for same day and the price wasn't the best.) Zoo itself is small but easy to reach from city, so suitable for short term travelers." - Soyeon
While you're in the area, why not visit our friendly marine animals next door? Read about all you need to know before visiting SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium!
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