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Darling Downs Zoo
4.5
1965 reviewsAbout
The Darling Downs Zoo is situated in a beautiful rural setting on the eastern Downs - midway between Toowoomba and Warwick - just over two hours drive from the Brisbane Central Business District.
This Zoo is being developed so that you travel the animal world with a walk through the geographical areas of Australia, South-east Asia, Africa and South America.
Already the Zoo features the only pride of African Lions in Queensland, Giraffe, Cheetah, Hyena, Baboons, Monkeys, Marmosets, African Serval, endangered Sumatran Tiger, Sri Lankan Leopards, tropical birds, Kangaroos and White Kangaroos, Deer, Crocodiles and Alligator, Boa Constrictors and Tortoises, unusual South American animals like Red-handed Tamarins and Capybara and much, much more. The Zoo is also home to the only White Lions living permanently in Queensland and the largest herd of Zebras and Giant Tortoises in this State!
The zoo is open to the public from 9am every day. Closed only on Christmas Day.
Picnic facilities are available, there is a kiosk and gift shop with EFTPOS and free parking for all vehicles including coaches and caravans. The entire zoo is wheelchair accessible, although not friendly, being uphill, so assistance is required in some areas.
Hours
Open now• Closes at 16:00
Daily: 09:00–16:00
Facilities and visitor features
19 featuresDisabled access available, contact operator for details.
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Reviews & Ratings
Phong (Keemasabi)
Google review
I had a truly wonderful experience at Darling Downs Zoo and can honestly say it is well worth the travel. It’s clear from the moment you arrive that the animals are incredibly well-cared for; they all seem so healthy, plenty of space to roam and content in their environments. What really stood out was their exceptional breeding program. It was such a joy to see so many babies around, which really speaks to the success and dedication of their conservation efforts. The interactive close-up encounters were a highlight of the day, offering a unique and personal way to connect with the wildlife. Most importantly, the staff and zookeepers felt like one big, welcoming family. Everyone we met was super friendly and went out of their way to make our young family feel at home. It’s rare to find a place that balances professional expertise with such a warm, heartfelt atmosphere. I can't recommend it enough!
Mrs G
Google review
What an incredible day my husband and I had today at this amazing zoo! We experienced the Big Cats encounter and the Giraffe encounter. The close access we had to these spectacular creatures is something that we will cherish forever. You could travel the world and still not have the experience we had today, and to think we were only a couple of hours from Brisbane. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable and kind, we thoroughly enjoyed the time we spent with ?Marlee and Cooper. They were so good at providing information about the animals and had such a wonderful rapport with the animals, you can tell they are all a part of a beautiful extended family of animal loving people. Thank you for sharing this incredible place with us, we highly recommend the zoo to all! We can’t wait to return with our boys one day soon.
Frankie Burton
Google review
This Zoo has shown great improvement since the last time I was there ! The animals looked much healthier and the habitats cleaner with more enrichment. Such a great variety of animals and my grandies were mostly happy. My grand daughter was sad that she couldn’t see the zebras, they must be in a large paddock and they were no where in sight 🥺 One other negative was the shop only made lunch up to 1pm. Very limited menu after that. If we came down the hill for lunch earlier, I don’t think the kids would’ve wanted to walk back up 🤷🏻♀️
Courtney Johnson
Google review
Exceeded expectations! Great value for money. Shout out to Maree at the front, you are a gem! And Cooper in the Capybara encounter. All staff are friendly, approachable and super helpful. A wide range of animals to see! Such a great day for all ages 😊😊
Cassandra Matthews
Google review
Great zoo with no help from the government. It is a fair walk with some gravel paths. Good variety of animals. Giraffes meerkats snakes etc. Clean toilets. Can get drinks sandwiches pies sausage rolls and they also have sausage sizzle and hot chips at the lunch period.
Get in touch
Where you'll be
21 Baines Road
Pilton QLD 4361