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.
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating
Based on 1611 reviews“Amazing experience”
What a wonderful experience. Animals are in amazing, large enclosures, place is clean and staff are helpful. Worth the visit.
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Enjoyable day out”
Great parking, easy to get around the zoo, very clearly marked paths to follow with plenty of shade & spots to sit & rest to enjoy the surroundings. Easy to see the animals some more closely than...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Nice experience”
My wife and I bought the tickets at place (we did not book them). As soon as you get the tickects you receive a map with more information about this place. You can enjoy walking along the place...
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.