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Wild Life Sydney Zoo

Aquarium Pier Darling Harbour, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia (City Centre)
+612 9333 9288
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As featured in Sydney for young kids
Ranked #95 of 266 attractions in Sydney
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Type: Zoos
Activities: Viewing wildlife
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: 1-2 hours
Traveler Description: Sydney Wildlife World is a small zoo located on the eastern side of Darling Harbour next to the Sydney Aquarium. Most areas are fully enclosed and... more »
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Activities for young children
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Brisbane, Australia
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2013 NEW

Wow the Sydney Zoo was excellent. The animals are all amazing to see and the ride down to the bottom of the zoo on the cable car is so much fun as you can see the most awesome view of the Sydney Opera House and the Harbor. We then caught the ferry to the Opera House from the zoo had... More

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singapore
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013 NEW via mobile

It was raining when we visited but it didn't really hamper our visit as most of animals can be viewed indoor through glass enclosure. The kids were a bit disappointed that they can't go to the outdoor section, which is limited anyway. There australian outback show was moved indoor due to the rain, got a close encounter with snakes. There... More

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Princeville, Hawaii
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 15, 2013 NEW

While my husband was out golfing I got to tour the Wild life zoo. Got to have my picture taken with a Koala! Was kinda hot in feb...perhaps jan may have been a better month. But if you have kids you have to go here.

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Singapore
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11 attraction reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
68 helpful votes 68 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 13, 2013 NEW

This city zoo is a gem. It has everything squeezed into a tiny package in the city. You should visit this zoo when you are in Sydney and skip Taronga Zoo. Skip the Sea Life Aquarium next door and just stick to this and you won't be disappointed.

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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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3 attraction reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 11, 2013

This is a perfect venue for all ages. I just took a group of 37 Sydney TAFE Students and Teachers who all had a great time. Ryan - Bond Tours Team Leader

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San Antonio, Texas
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Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 11, 2013 via mobile

We stopped in during a quick day tour of Sydney. I was really impressed with what this little slice of zoo offered right in the middle of the city harbor area. The location offered a snapshot of many of the wildlife native to Australia. While my short trip to Australia did not offer me the chance to visit the outback,... More

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Adelaide, Australia
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18 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 7, 2013

defiantly not what i was expecting i was a little Naive when it came to this place i thought it was just a rooftop joint with Koalas and Kangaroos but it actually is a little zoo with many species and creepy crawly things and a beautiful butterfly house i was lucky enough to go on the day when the crocodile... More

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Sydney, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 1, 2013

I bought a Merlin pass, so that makes this place a worthwhile stop. I would not pay full price for a one day ticket. This is the place to quickly see a variety of Australian native creatures.

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Sydney
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2013

I just wanted to write a review that show's that service is still alive and kicking, I took my son to see the Koala's and was given the greatest treat of letting him pat one. My son has a disability, long outing's are difficult and so all those animals in such a small area was easy for him to access... More

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Bright, Australia
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3 attraction reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2013

Our two (3 years and 18 months) loved this much more than the aquarium, I think because of the variety. A great range of Australian animals and most were really active. Signs were informative and the kids enjoyed patting a snake during the Outback talk. Small zoo which suited us for a morning out.

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