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.
Our mission is to set world’s best practices for animal care and sustainability while impassioning our guests to protect the natural world.
“A wonderful day out”
Reviewed 4w ago by Deidre VA beautiful zoo to visit. Very relaxing but also a good walk. We had a Cheetah meet which was absolutely amazing. Recommend for everyone. The staff are wonderful and very informative. The animals...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“The early morning animal feeding is definitely NOT to be missed. Such an awesome tour with Josh.”
Reviewed 1mo ago by John TWonderful, Informative and the kindness to the animals was awesome. Thank you to Josh for taking myself and another lady on brilliant tour to feed the animals. I am not an early morning 7.30 am...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Great Overall Experience - Pond at the entrance needs some serious work.”
Reviewed 2mos ago by R4712RNjohnwWe went to the zoo early in September and the experience was amazing. The facility is beautifully maintained and the animals are well cared for. They show lots of confident characters. However, the...
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.