Discover the best of Australia at Wild Life Sydney Zoo - the Home of the Aussie Big Five.
Step into an animal adventure and meet your favourite iconic Australian animals – meet cute Koalas in Gum Tree Valley or have your photo taken with them at Koala Encounters.
Head to Wallaby Cliffs to interact with Ringo the wombat and then hop to Kangaroo Walk-About to walk amongst the Kangaroos. The Platypus Pool are where you'll find Jackie, their resident platypus, before entering the daring world of Kakadu Gorge where you'll come eye to eye with Rocky, a huge Saltwater Crocodile, and much more.
Wild Life Sydney Zoo located in the heart of the city, at Aquarium Wharf, Darling Harbour.
Hours
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Daily: 10:00–16:00
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Wild Life Sydney Zoo was a nice place to visit and an easy stop while exploring the city. The exhibits are well presented and it’s a pleasant way to see some Australian wildlife up close.
That said, the zoo is smaller than I expected and we saw fewer animals than anticipated. I also personally prefer seeing animals in more open, natural environments, so I’m not a big fan of animals being kept in enclosed spaces.
Overall, it was still an enjoyable visit and a good option if you’re curious to learn about local wildlife, just with modest expectations about the size and variety.
Laura Beisebayeva
Google review
An Amazing zoo! We got ferry tickets at the pier and bought zoo tickets at the door – no queues. There are shows at 12:00, 14:00, and 15:00 - worth watching!
Zookeepers are incredible - so caring and loving towards animals!
The most disturbing part of the zoo was its visitors.
Parents should teach their kids to behave. If that's not feasible, then at least look after their children. There were plenty of kids chasing a peacock and grabbing its beautiful feathers; the poor bird had nowhere to hide.
Another incident happened at the aviary. A man took ages to walk out and kept the door open. That let one of the birds fly out, and it got stuck in the corridor between the doors. While we refused to open the other door before helping the bird back, he got annoyed, refused to help, and complained that it was taking us too long. The poor little one got hurt and couldn’t fly.
I hope everyone who visits that zoo has enough decency and compassion for all the beautiful creatures there!
Steven Cheng
Google review
Located in the heart of Darling Harbour, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo is a brilliant, compact sanctuary showcasing Australia’s "Aussie Big Five."
This indoor-outdoor attraction cleverly brings the outback to the city. Visitors can wander through the Kangaroo Walk-About to meet friendly marsupials or head to the Koala Rooftop for a close-up photo with a sleepy icon.
The highlights include Rocky, the massive saltwater crocodile in Kakadu Gorge, and the elusive platypus. While smaller than Taronga, its central location makes it perfect for families and tourists short on time. It offers an immersive, educational journey through diverse habitats, proving you don't need to leave the city to experience Australia's wild side.
angela
Google review
Wild Sea Life Sydney is an amazing place to visit! The aquarium features a wide variety of marine life, from colorful tropical fish to sharks, rays, and other fascinating creatures, all in beautifully designed, naturalistic environments. The glass tunnels and touch pools make the experience interactive and fun, especially for families and kids. The informative displays add an educational element, helping you learn about each species.
The staff are friendly and helpful, tickets are reasonably priced, and the location is very convenient in the heart of Sydney. It’s a well-organized, enjoyable, and educational experience — highly recommend for anyone who loves marine life!
Sabina Smalikova
Google review
A great place to see Australian wildlife up close right in the middle of the city. You can walk through different zones and meet kangaroos, koalas, crocodiles, and even Tasmanian devils in one visit.
It’s well organized, easy to navigate, and perfect if you want a compact but diverse wildlife experience without leaving Sydney. Fun, educational, and especially good if you don’t have time to travel outside the city to see native animals.