Zoological sights in Sydney
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Taronga Zoo
A 12-minute ferry ride from Circular Quay or a short drive from Manly, Taronga Zoo has 75 hectares of bushy harbour hillside chock-full of kangaroos, koalas and similarly hirsute Australians. The zoo’s 4000 critters have million-dollar harbour views but seem blissfully unaware of the privilege. The animals are well looked after, with more natural open enclosures than cages.
Highlights include the nocturnal platypus habitat, the new Great Southern Oceans section, the Asian elephants display, seal and bird shows, and the nightly Roar & Snore – an overnight family experience with a night-time safari, a barbecue and tents under the stars. Animal displays and feedings happen…
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Sydney Wildlife World
The newest of Darling Harbour’s attractions costs a pretty penny, but it’s a cut above the rest. And if you don’t have time to truck out to Taronga Zoo, this is your chance to check out some Aussie critters. Nine different habitats with 1km of walkways give you a sense of how wild life really is for koalas, wallabies, birds, butterflies and reptiles (among others). Feedings and demonstrations happen throughout the day. You’ll save around $10 on a combined ticket with the Sydney Aquarium next door. Combo tickets for Wildlife World, Sydney Aquarium and Sydney Tower are also available.
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