National Zoo and Aquarium
National Zoo and 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.
“Lots of variety of animals and huge park to explore”
Reviewed 3d ago by tammleighbMassive park with so many animals to see. The aquarium I thought would have bigger animals but it’s really just a fish tank and a few sharks to see. Very interesting pretty colourful fish tho. It was...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Great experience but information needs to be updated.”
Reviewed 3w ago by Dream38231569527While visiting my sister, I spend a whole day at the zoo, while she was working. I am from South Africa and visit nature reserves very often. I really enjoyed my day at the zoo. The enclosures...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“What a place!”
Reviewed 2mos ago by tatyanam764During my visit to Canberra, I spent a day at the National Zoo & Aquarium and honestly did not expect to enjoy it as much as I did. It turned out to be one of those places where both children and...
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.