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Taronga Zoo
Bradley's Head Road, Mosman, Sydney, New South Wales 2088, Australia
+61 (0)2 9969 2777
site: Taronga Zoo
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  • Ryan & Sara
    Ryan & Sara said

    … in the Taronga Zoo instead, but we got suckered into one of those buy-admission-to-both-places-and-save deals… continue reading »

  • Louis
    Louis said

    …...Got on to a harbour boat cruise destined for Taronga Zoo on the north side and seeing some great views… continue reading »

  • UWECSARAH
    UWECSARAH said

    …>Bought a "Daytripper" pass for $15.10 & used it to ferry to the Taronga Zoo as well as… continue reading »

  • mkagan
    mkagan said

    ….  Botanical Gardens, Opera House, Circular Quay, Fish Market, Aquarium, Taronga Zoo, the Rocks, walks from… continue reading »

  • The Ryans
    The Ryans said

    … the subways too) and went to Taronga Zoo. We saw the rest of the animals native to Australia, koalas, etc.. We… continue reading »

  • Cate
    Cate said

    … we were hitting Taronga zoo!Weather was MUCH MUCH better than the day before, so off we went… continue reading »

  • Andy & Meg
    Andy & Meg said

    … to the right. We had a really enjoyable day spending 4.5hrs in Taronga Zoo. We wondered around… continue reading »

  • GlobalKlick
    GlobalKlick said

    … of theirs - Nepalese.  Ymm!Day 3 we split up a bit.  Tanya and Steve headed to the Taronga… continue reading »

  • RTWFrans
    RTWFrans said

    … kaartje voor de Taronga Zoo! Dat ging op de planning voor dinsdag. Deze zaterdag heb ik alleen wat… continue reading »

  • Swede
    Swede said

    … and our hotel. Wednesday we had a ticket we could use for ferries and the Taronga Zoo.  We… continue reading »

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More information on Taronga Zoo

Opened in 1884, the Taronga Zoo is the first public zoo in New South Wales. The Zoo has gone through much renovation and redevelopment featuring updated exhibits and an Asian Rainforest, which provides a unique insight into the majesty and wonder of the jungle homes of an amazing array of rare Asian wildlife including Asian Elephants, Silvery Gibbons, Francoise Langurs, Asian Turtles, and Fishing Cats. The Taronga Zoo is continually building and updating its cultural and educational displays and precincts in order to provide the ultimate in family fun. Be sure to check out the free animal presentations and shows throughout the day.

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Directions

Bus 247 from the city; Taronga Ferry Wharf

Hours

Daily 9a-5p

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