National Zoo & Aquarium
Overview
Get up close and personal with some of the world's most amazing creatures at the National Zoo & Aquarium in Canberra.
From lions, tigers and bears to giraffes, penguins and monkeys, the Zoo features a variety of native and exotic animals, as well as the largest inland saltwater tank in Australia!
Pat a cheetah, feed a bear or become acquainted with a meerkat during some of the most amazing hands-on animal experiences in Australia.
The vision of the National Zoo and Aquarium is to inspire and assist in the conservation of the natural world through exciting and innovative educational experiences.
Their mission is to set the world’s best practices for animal care and sustainability while impassioning their guests to protect the natural world.
“Fantastic Amazing hidden gem!”
Reviewed 5d ago by KelglazCannot recommend the wonders of wildlife tour enough! The lovely and talented Megan showed us around this lovely well kept park along with behind the scenes meetings with loads of animals! Lions and...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Mixed judging”
Reviewed 6d ago by YUANXIN XNot worth 58 dollars, Not easy to find direction Cage is always empty, hard to find animal Parking is easy Beginning is boring Last places animals are rare Aquarium is small and boring
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Zoo fun”
Reviewed 1w ago by vanessamU4125DRTruly was one of the best zoo's!. Beautiful surroundings, and up close with some of the animals and the Aquarium was Amazing.
Read the full review on TripAdvisorFacilities
- Barbeque
- Cafe
- Carpark
- Coach Parking
- Family Friendly
- Food and Refreshments
- Gallery / Museum
- Lawn / Gardens
- Parents Room
- Picnic Area
- Public Toilet
- Shop / Gift Shop
- Electric Vehicle Charging Point
- Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
- Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.