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 Im not as cuddly as you
think!! by adelaidean
It is the 2nd oldest zoo in Australia. Its known to be one of the most
modern zoos in the world, and has in my opinion , the welfare of the animals
first and foremost.
The new enclosures that are replacing the cages are a treat to see.
You can see the monkeys playing and living in their natural habitat, not in a cage.
The zoo offers a childrens zoo, where the kids can interact with the animals.
It also has a great nocturnal house.
The zoo displays some grand old architecture, that is a treat to see.
It is open from 9.30 to 5.00 daily, and in the summer does offer twilight visits. Leave a Comment
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I've been to a few different zoo's before and Adelaide Zoo has always been a favourite of mine. Its very clean, the animals are well looked after, and its generally a beautiful and interesting place to visit. The Zoo opened in 1881 to the public.
The Adelaide Zoo has over 1,800 animals and almost 300 species of native animals.
The Zoo has hictorical & architectural buildings and is an important part of South Australia's heritage and history. There are restaurants, cafes and gift shops inside the zoo too. While at the zoo be sure to visit the Botanical Gardens,its right next door to the zoo!
Entry Prices:
Family $60.00 2 adults & 3 children
Adults $20.00
Children $12.00 4-14 years
Concession $16.00 (Photo ID will be required)
Children under age 4 are free
Opening Times:
Open every day from 9.30am - 5pm
Zoo Shop open 9.30am - 4.45pm
Reptile House open 10am - 4.30pm
Nocturnal House open 10am - 4.30pm
Walk-through Aviaries open 9.30am - 4.30pm
Botanic Park Gate closes at 3.45pm Monday to Friday (excluding school and public holidays) -this gate may be used to exit the Zoo until 5pm when the Zoo closes
Feeding Zoo Animals - Animals in the Children’s Zoo may be fed with animal food, available from the Children’s Zoo gatekeeper at the following times: 10am - 12noon & 2pm - 4pm
***For a map of the zoo please click on "4 more pictures" on the right,under the picture*** Leave a Comment Phone: +61 8 8267 3255Directions: Next to the the Botanical Gardens of Adelaide and a 15 minute walk from the City of Adelaide.Website: http://www.adelaidezoo.com.au
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 pelican enclosure by hennanights |
There is always lots of fun events happening at the zoo. From comedy nights to sleep overs for the kids there is lots going on. I also reccomend the Macaw free flight sessions, which take place in the afternoon by the Rotunda. Visit the website for more info.
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 Popeye by balhannah
These Boats have been operating as long as I can remember.
It doesn't matter whether you are an Adult or a Child, you will enjoy this way of reaching the Adelaide Zoo.
POP-EYE operates on Weekends, during school holidays, and on public holidays.
The Cruise is about 40mins.
DEPARTURE......ELDER PARK, which is below the Festival Theatre..
In Summer, Cruises depart on the hour, Monday to Friday 11am to 3pm,
Saturday & Sunday.... 10.30am to 5pm and approximately every 20 minutes on weekends, school and public holidays.
Winter ( June to August), Cruises depart approximately every 20 minutes
Saturday & Sunday 10.30am to 4pm
COST $10
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 by balhannah
It is the 2nd oldest Zoo in Australia, being established in 1883, and its set amongst lovely gardens.
Some of the buildings at this zoo, are on the State's heritage listing.
It has a Children's Zoo area, where they can pat and talk to the Animals.
Some of the Animals in this section are Ferrets, Deer, Kangaroo varieties, Wallaby, Guinea pig, Cow, the talking Corella and more.....
Animals in the Children’s Zoo may be fed with animal food, available from the Children’s Zoo gatekeeper at the following times: 10am - 12noon & 2pm - 4pm.
Another area is called "Little Creatures" and its here where you will see the Australian Blue Tongue Lizard, the Red Back Spider, Tree Frogs, and more creepy crawlies.
Of course they have a huge variety of other Animals.
Keepers feed the Animals and also do talks, so I guess you follow a "Keeper Trail".
Sea lions are at 11:45 am, Blue and Gold Macaw free-flight presentation 1pm, Hippo1:30 pm Thursday, Lions, 2pm Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays, Leopard
2pm (straight after the lions) Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Sunday and Public Holidays, Pelicans 2.30pm, Penguins 2.45pm, and the Australian Rainforest Bird Feed, 3.30pm daily.
There are a lot of FREE, 30MIN. WALKABOUT TOURS, with the 1st one departing at 11.45am. They depart at different times of the day, in different sections of the Zoo.
You can have an up close encounter with Animals for an extra $25 (lasting 15mins) and Behind scences tours operate. (different charges for different Animals)
ON DECEMBER 14TH, 2009, THE ZOO WILL HAVE A PAIR OF PANDAS (WANG WANG & FUNI) ON LOAN FROM CHINA
ADMISSION FAMILY 2 adults and 2 or 3 children $68 (2009)
ADULTS.......... Ages 15+ $26
CHILDREN ..... Ages 4 - 14 $15
OPEN.....every day from 9.30am - 5pm
Zoo Shop open 9.30am - 4.45pm
Reptile House open 10am - 4.30pm
Nocturnal House open 10am - 4.30pm
Walk-through Aviaries open 9.30am - 4.30pm
If you have time, visit the Zoo, I think you will have a very enjoyable days outing. Phone: 08 82673255Directions: Botanic Park Gate closes at 3.45pm Monday to Friday (excluding school and public holidays)Website: http://www.adelaidezoo.com.au
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 by hennanights
Open Times
Monday: 0930 -1700
Tuesday: 0930 -1700
Wednesday: 0930 -1700
Thursday: 0930 -1700
Friday: 0930 -1700
Saturday: 0930 -1700
Sunday: 0930 -1700
Public Holidays: 0930 -1700
Christmas Day: 0930 - 1700
Good Friday: 0930 - 1700
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