Parkville · Inner north
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Melbourne Zoo
A large wildlife attraction with daily animal experiences, indoor and outdoor children’s play spaces and published kids’ party packages.
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Plan the visit
- Suitable ages
- All-ages attraction; Keeper Kids activities are designed for ages 0–8 and party packages for ages 2–10. Source ↗
- Activity
- Wildlife exhibits, animal talks and family play spaces. Source ↗
- Setting
- Large outdoor zoo with both indoor and outdoor children’s play spaces. Source ↗
- Opening hours
- Open daily 9am–5pm. Source ↗
- Booking
- Pre-book admission; party packages require an enquiry and confirmed deposit. Source ↗
- Party packages
- Packages for 10–40 children include a venue, child menu, activities and two adult admissions. Source ↗
- Parking
- Limited paid parking; the party FAQ recommends allowing extra time. Source ↗
- Food options
- Zoo cafés plus catered children’s and optional adult party menus. Source ↗
- Accessibility
- Accessibility information, sensory resources and companion-card arrangements are published. Source ↗
Research sources
- Official Melbourne Zoo information ↗
- Official family play-space guide ↗
- Official kids’ party packages ↗
Operator website checked 2026-09-20. This is desk research from official sources, not a review of a visit. Programmes, prices and availability can change.