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Open 9am-5pm daily, last entry at 3.30pm

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Kids visit free!
Enjoy in any weather
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Free safari bus! Learn more

Prebook tickets before you visit

FAQs Getting Here Zoo Map Prices & Tickets
Kids visit free!
Free safari bus! Learn more
Enjoy in any weather
Weather guide
Animals and habitats
Discover the animals of Werribee Open Range Zoo
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Unlimited entry + kids join free
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Zoos Victoria acknowledges and respects the Traditional Owners as the original custodians of the land and waters, their ability to care for Country, and deep spiritual connection to it. We honour Elders past and present whose knowledge and wisdom has ensured the continuation of culture and traditional practices.

Rhino calf joins the savannah

Jabulani is now out exploring the Zoo's savannah amongst herds of giraffe and zebra. Take the free safari bus for your chance to spot him!

Safari bus schedule
Young male Southern White Rhinoceros calf, Jabulani, first time on savannah.

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We are open every day 9am – 5pm
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Our cafes and kiosks
Treat yourself with delicious food at one of our cafes or kiosks
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Getting here
Werribee Open Range Zoo is just 30 minutes from Melbourne CBD and en route to Victoria's stunning...

Animal Experiences

Make your zoo visit even more special by booking an exclusive experience.

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Giraffe Experience $91
Delve into the world of one of Africa's most intriguing animals.
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Deluxe Safari Adventure
Note: All passengers aged 1 and over must have a ticket.
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Slumber Safari
Immerse yourself with our unique, all-inclusive overnight experience.
See all experiences

Fighting Extinction

Zoos Victoria is a not-for-profit conservation organisation committed to fighting wildlife extinction.

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Coffee for Wildlife
Now available online and at our zoos.
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Totes for Wildlife
Buy a tote bag and directly support the conservation of local threatened species.
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Safe Cat, Safe Wildlife
Keeping your cat safe and happy at home is easy!
See all our conservation work and how you can help

Members get more!

Only $13.25 a month over 12 months
Unlimited entry to Melbourne Zoo, Werribee Open Range Zoo, Healesville Sanctuary and Kyabram Fauna Park
Kids join free on adult memberships
Free entry to five interstate zoos
Discounts at the Zoo Shop and from our zoo partners
Help fund our conservation work to fight wildlife extinction
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School programs

Education programs connecting young people with species from across the globe

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