The kookaburra’s call or laugh is used to let other birds know of its territory.
Hours and Rates
Taronga Zoo is open every day of the year
from 9am to 5pm (including Christmas Day).
Prices effective 1 May 2008
Regular Admission Prices
| Adults | $39.00 |
| Children (4-15 years) | $19.00 |
| Children under 4 | Free |
Discounted Admission Prices
| Seniors | $23.00 |
| Pensioners | $23.00 |
| Tertiary Student | $23.00 |
| Family (2 Adults & 2 Children) | $98.50 |
General Zoo enquiries can be made by phoning +61 2 9969 2777
More info on prices for booked school excursions.
Gift vouchers can be purchased by contacting +61 2 9978 4782 or click here for an order form.
You can also email us on groups@zoo.nsw.gov.au
Save time and purchase on line.
No need to wait in queue. Purchase your tickets on line for express entry to the zoo.
Group Options
Groups must be pre-booked and payment received prior to their visit, or in one lump sum on the day of entry.
Bookings can be made by phoning:+61 2 9978 4782 or +61 2 9978 4683 or you can email us on groups@zoo.nsw.gov.au
Group Rates
| No. in Group | Adults | Children (4 - 15 yrs) |
|---|---|---|
| 12-100 | $32.00 | $15.00 |
| 101-500 | $30.50 | $14.00 |
| 501-1000 | $28.50 | $13.50 |
| 1001-2500 | $26.50 | $13.00 |
| 2501-5000 | $24.50 | $12.00 |
| 5001 plus | $22.50 | $11.00 |
Group rates for seniors in groups of 12 or more: $21.50
Pre Schools and Play Groups
As per group booking rates (above), plus one Adult Supervisor free-of-charge per five paying children.
Vacation Care & Youth Groups
As per group booking rates (above), plus one Adult Supervisor free-of-charge per 10 paying children.Language Centre Students
Students (16 years and over) $23.00
1 Teacher free of charge per 10 paying students
Disabled & Disadvantaged Groups
Written request required. Price on application
School Bookings
High Schools, Primary Schools, Infants Schools
All school groups must be booked through the Education Centre
By phone on +61 2 9978 4624
By fax on +61 2 9978 4 508
| School Children (as part of booked school excursion) | $9.50 |
Teachers and accompanying adults are free under the following ratios:
- 1 free adult per 5 infant aged students (Years K-2)
- 1 free adult per 10 primary / secondary students (Years 3 to 12)
- Additional adults above the free ratio at group rates $30.
Combined Tickets
ZooPass
Combines return Ferry / Sky Safari or Bus / Zoo Entry
Available from the ferry terminal at Circular Quay
These cannot be used with any discount offers or tours
Further enquiries contact Sydney Transport hotline: www.131500.com.au or phone 131500
Zoo Express
Combines return Cruise from Circular Quay or Darling Harbour / Sky Safari / Zoo Entry.
Available from Matilda Cruises, No.6 Jetty Circular Quay and Pier 26 Aquarium Wharf Darling Harbour (These cannot be used with any discount offers or tours)
Further enquiries contact:
visit www.matilda.com.au or
call (02) 9264 7377
Annual Passes
Annual passes are available, these are managed by our Zoofriends. For further information on annual passes visit www.zoofriends.org.au or phone (02) 9968-2822
