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Zoo / Aquarium/ Animal parks: Sydney aquarium
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  • mallyak
  • By mallyak on May 1, 2008
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  • Zoo / Aquarium/ Animal parks - Sydney
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    Sydney Aquarium, Darling Harbour, takes you on a tour of the seas and oceans surrounding Australia's vast coastline and the rivers, waterways, estuaries and swamps of our large and diverse yet dry land mass.

    Situated in Darling Harbour the aquarium houses over 11,000 animals from over 630 species of Australian fish, reptiles and mammals that have an affinity with water.

    Joined by near to 60 metres of underwater tunnels, the Sydney Aquarium presents the animals according to the regions in which they can be found in the waters around and within Australia: Southern Rivers; Northern Rivers; Southern Ocean; Northern Ocean.

    Six million litres of water house this varied and colourful exhibit. See these animals upclose, as they swim about in their "near to natural" environments and observe them as they look back at you and as you wonder about them, they're probably doing the same of you. Captain Nero has nothing on this!

  • Directions: Take a train to Town Hall, 15-minute walk from station to Darling Harbour; or, A ferry from Circular Quay and alight almost near the front entrance in Darling Harbour
  • Website: http://www.symbiozoo.com.au
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    Zoo / Aquarium/ Animal parks: Taronga Park Zoo
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  • Gypsystravels
  • Updated By Gypsystravels on December 15, 2007
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  • Koala with joey - Sydney
    Koala with joey
    by Gypsystravels, 4 more photos
    The Zoo is one of the major tourist attractions in Sydney. The best way to get there is by ferry from Circular Quay. Once you arrive at the ferry landing on Mosma, take the tram up to the Zoo. You get a bird's eye view of the park and of Sydney Harbor.

    I must say I was a bit disappointed with the Zoo. It was undergoing major restoration/construction and many of the exhibits and animals were not available for viewing. We were lucky enough to meet a travel writer who was staying at our hotel who gave us free passes to visit the Zoo. The free passes made up for any dissappointment as the entrance to the Zoo is a bit on the pricey side.

    We did enjoy what little animals there were to see. One of the reasons why I wanted to visit the zoo was to see the koalas and kangaroos. You are allowed to be photographed with the koalas but you are not allowed to touch them.

    This particular Koala had a joey in her pouch.

    The koala area is located upon entering the park.

    Make sure to take in one of the many bird and seal shows given throughout the day.
    Showtimes are posted along the park and can also indicated on the park map.

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  • Address: Bradley's Head Road, Mosman
  • Phone: 9969 2777
  • Directions: Open daily from 9-5. Purchase the Zoo Pass which includes return ferry ticket from Circular Quay, admission and Sky Safari ride.
  • Website: www.zoo.nsw.gov.au
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    Zoo / Aquarium/ Animal parks: Sydney Aquarium Darling Harbour
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  • RedEaredPanda
  • Updated By RedEaredPanda on September 9, 2005
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  • Zoo / Aquarium/ Animal parks - Sydney
    by RedEaredPanda
    Sydney Aquarium is one of the largest aquariums in the world with more than 5000 different Australian fish displayed in their natural habitats. Visitors can "walk on the ocean floor" through 145 metres (480 ft) of acrylic underwater tunnels. The aquarium is open 9.30am-9pm daily.Admission is AUD $24 for Adults and AUD $12 for children.

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  • Address: Aquarium Pier, Darling Harbour
  • Phone: (02) 9262 2300
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    Zoo / Aquarium/ Animal parks: TARONGA PARK & ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS....
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  • DennyP
  • By DennyP on September 11, 2008
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  • SYDNEY..TARONGA PARK ZOO (TOP) ENTRANCE - Sydney
    SYDNEY..TARONGA PARK ZOO (TOP)
    ENTRANCE
    by DennyP, 4 more photos
    A visit to Sydney would not be complete without a visit to the Taronga park zoo..this zoo is in such a wonderful location and is just a wonderful place to spend a day..there are all the Australian native animals here to be seen and up close ..walk among many species of Kangaroos and Wallabies..visit the Koala Bear house..and the nocturnal house is a must...great photo opportunities..set right on the shores of the Harbour some good photos of the city are here also..great conservation programmes here also with Western Plains Zoo..(see my Dubbo page) on the Western Plains zoo..

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  • Address: BRADLEYS HEAD RD. Mosman...Northern Sydney
  • Phone: (02) 9969-2777
  • Directions: located at BRADLEYS HEAD RD.MOSMAN..ferries arrive and depart every 45 minutes.from Circular Quay..also a combined ferry ticket you can also stop off at Fort Denison..Ferry@#6 wharf ..Circular Quay..
  • Website: www.taronga.org.au
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    Zoo / Aquarium/ Animal parks: Taronga Zoo
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  • ShelleyKeating
  • By ShelleyKeating on July 30, 2006
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  • Sydney from the zoo - Sydney
    Sydney from the zoo
    by ShelleyKeating
    Taronga Zoo is the biggest zoo i've been to and the most impressive- for it's location alone. It is an excellent thing to do if you are in Sydney for a short time because you see so much of it- you can take a Sydney Ferry from Circular Quay (10$ return adult) which gives you great views of Sydney harbour. When you arrive at the zoo you can either take a bus to the top or the cable car, which i recommend . The cable car gives more excellent views of Sydney and takes you over some animal enclosures like the orang-utans. The zoo is on a hill and most people chose to catch the cable car up and walk down. There are animal shows, koala encounters, and my favourite- tigers! The zoo takes part in many breeding and rehabilitation programs and often there are baby animals around- like recently there were 3 new snow leopards (sooo cute).
    It is open every day of the year, 9am-5pm.
    Well worth it!

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  • Address: Bradleys Head Road, Mosman NSW 2088
  • Phone: +612 9969 2777
  • Website: www.zoo.nsw.gov.au
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    Zoo / Aquarium/ Animal parks: Featherdale Wildlife Park
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  • By ATXtraveler on May 8, 2005
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  • Sarah and Joey - Sydney
    Sarah and Joey
    by ATXtraveler
    Do you know the difference between a Wallaroo, Wallabie, and a Kangaroo? Have you ever wanted to touch a live Koala, or see what a Wombat is like? If so, definitely take an adventure out to Featherdale Wildlife Park out in the suburbs of Sydney. Sarah was greeted right away by this little "joey" here, and the rest of the park was more fun! Educational information about alligators, tasmanian devils and dingos are also available here! Make sure to get all of your animal passport stamps as you walk around, and you can even purchase some ice cream cones with food in them to feed the baby roos!

    Admission fees: Adults: $18.50
    Children (3 - 15 yrs): $9.00
    Children under 3 yrs: Free with a paying adult (Excludes group bookings).
    Family Pass (2 adults and 2 children): $45.00
    Additional Children : $5.00
    Students: $14.50
    Pensioners: $14.50
    Seniors Card: $11.50

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  • Address: 217-229 Kildare Road, Doonside, NSW 2767
  • Phone: (612) 9622 1644
  • Directions: Off the M4 Motorway at Blacktown West to Kildare by car. Train to Blacktown, then Busway bus No.725 from the station.
  • Website: http://www.featherdale.com.au/
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    Zoo / Aquarium/ Animal parks: Featherdale Park. Hands-on animal encounters!
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  • Updated By pchamlis on July 22, 2005
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  • Got any eucalyptus, mate?? - Sydney
    Got any eucalyptus, mate??
    by pchamlis
    There are quite a few wildlife parks in and around Sydney, but many people say that you should visit Featherdale if you have time for only one. It's a small park, but the animals are in good health, and you can get really up close to them. In some cases, you have the opportunity for "hands on" encounters, especially with the kangaroos and wallabies.

    The park is located in a suburban area of Sydney called Doonside. You can reach easily via twice-daily hotel pickup bus tours. (Call Featherdale for info) You can also take the City rail to Blacktown, and the bus 725 to the park. Car directions are below.

    We did it the easy way...... my mate Aussiedoug gave us a ride.

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  • Address: 217 Kildare Road, Doonside
  • Phone: 02 9622 1644
  • Directions: Take the M4 out of Sydney to Reservoir Road and turn off. Travel 4 km and turn left on Kildare Road.
  • Website: www.featherdale.com.au
  • Other Contact: 02 9671 4140 (fax)
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    Zoo / Aquarium/ Animal parks: Taronga Zoo
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  • RedEaredPanda
  • Updated By RedEaredPanda on September 9, 2005
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  • Zoo / Aquarium/ Animal parks - Sydney
    by RedEaredPanda
    Taronga Zoo is the nation's leading zoological garden, featuring Australia's finest collection of native animals and a diverse collection of exotic species. What makes Taronga something special is its location at Bradley's Head, Mosman. The zoo is situated on elevated land along the waterfront, in one of the most beautiful vantage points on Sydney Harbour.

    As you zigzag your way up along the paths among the animal enclosures, you are able to enjoy magnificent harbour views. Although you can drive to the zoo, most visitors prefer to go there by ferry - a 12-minute ferry ride from Wharf 2, Circular Quay. The Taronga Zoo has its own jetty and you are able step off the boat and walk directly into the zoo.

    The Zoo offers special pre-booked tours and educational talks.

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  • Address: Mosman
  • Phone: (02) 9969 2777
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    Zoo / Aquarium/ Animal parks: Taronga Zoo - Great way to spend a day
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  • AmazingAdventures
  • By AmazingAdventures on April 6, 2005
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  • Feed the giraffes at Taronga Zoo - Sydney
    Feed the giraffes at Taronga
    Zoo
    by AmazingAdventures
    I admit I am not a zoo expert, but this seems like a pretty good one to me. Not only does it have a huge variety of animals, it has one of the best views of Sydney.

    Take a friend or take the family, this is a nice way to spend a day in Sydney for tourists and locals alike.

    Kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, native birds, assorted marsupials, reptiles, crocs are all here as well as lions, tigers and bears! You'll also see rhinos. apes, monkeys, elephants and for a few $ you can feed the giraffes and get a photo with them too!

    There is no shortage of options for lunch or a snack, if you plan ahead you can bring a lunch with you and enjoy the many areas to have a bite to eat. There's also at least one big gift shop with a big variety of goodies or souvenirs.

    For the best value, make a whole day of it!

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  • Directions: Take the ferry from Circular Quay across Sydney Harbour, enjoy the view of the Opera House from the ferry. In just less than 15 minutes, you'll be at the Taronga Zoo jetty. You can catch the SKY SAFARI up to the zoo entrance, what a view!
  • Website: http://www.zoo.nsw.gov.au/content/view.asp?id=39
  • Other Contact: www.zoo.nsw.gov.au/content/view.
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    Zoo / Aquarium/ Animal parks: Fish are therapeutic
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  • Mairo21
  • By Mairo21 on May 10, 2005
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  • Watching fish swim by. - Sydney
    Watching fish swim by.
    by Mairo21
    I was never a fan of aquariums, but I am glad I didn't let this one pass me by. It is one of the best aquariums I have seen yet. Very informative, and lots of different types of sea animals and fish. Over 11,000 animals from 650 species to be precise. I could have spent hours sitting in front of the huge glass windows, watching the fish swim by.

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  • Address: Aquarium Pier, Darling Harbour
  • Phone: 9262 2300
  • Website: www.sydneyaquarium.com
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