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The 5 Best Zoos & Aquariums in Melbourne, Victoria
Lovely, laid-back Melbourne has something for everyone: family fare, local and international art, haute boutiques, multicultural dining, Australian and Aboriginal history, spectator sports, and pulsing, swanky nightlife. Cruise on the free City Circle Tram loop to check out unique attractions like the Royal Botanical Gardens and the Healesville Sanctuary, which buzzes with local animal species.
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1. Reptile Party
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By kylej566
We took advantage of the fact that these people let the kids hold the animals at their reptile parties. The reptile show was amazing and we even held rare Green Pythons, which no one else even has! The crew at Reptile Party went the extra mile to look after everyone at the birthday party event.
2. Cashmere Cat Cafe
3. Melbourne Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,606 reviews
Journey through a world of wildlife in the heart of Melbourne. Over 250 species from around the world can be found in the beautiful setting of Melbourne Zoo, just five minutes from the city centre. Stroll through the lush Asian and African rainforests, Australian bushland and even underwater! Walk where tigers roam and monkeys swing from tree to tree. See eye-to-eye with the Orang-utans in their special elevated exhibit, explore the Trail of Elephants and then head down the bush track to see unique Australian wildlife including koalas, kangaroos, wombats and emus. Submerge yourself in our underwater world to see Victoria's iconic Little Penguins, Australian Fur Seals and more! Meet the Keeper: Hear our expert keepers give daily talks about the animals in their care. Close-up Encounters: Book a close-up encounter with one of our animals for a great photo opportunity. Melbourne Zoo is also the proud winner of the Victoria Tourism Awards RACV People’s Choice category, voted by Victorians as their Favourite Metro Attraction in both 2015 and 2016!
Reviewed By Billy_J_M_1979_ - Melbourne, Australia
An amazing day the grounds are beautifully maintained the animal enclosures all look fantastic huge area lots to see and do for all ages
4. SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
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4.0 based on 3,920 reviews
Discover creatures of the Southern Ocean in the 2-million-litre oceanarium. Melbourne SEA LIFE aquarium is home to King and Gentoo penguins, nurse sharks and a mega croc.
Reviewed By MarcelT2A - Auckland, New Zealand
Being new to this place it was a lovely experience especially to take a group of young people who have never been to an aquarium. There is a good variety of fish here and other animals like insects, reptiles and penguins as well its really cool. Its is a great activity to do in Melbourne city and its great for kids and families.
5. Reef Galleria Aquarium & Cafe
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 2 reviews
Australia's First Boutique Reef Aquarium & Cafe, we showcase corals collected from all around Australia. We offer specialty coffee and a wide range of aquarium products. We also custom build build aquariums.
