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Showing posts with label Taronga Zoo. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Taronga Zoo. Show all posts
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Taronga Zoo - Meerkats
These adorable animals are so entertaining, I have spent hours watching them before at the zoo. They are so intelligent, cunning, incredibly cute, lazy, and hilariously funny!
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Taronga Zoo - The Animals
Did you know that Taronga Zoo hasn't always been located where it is today?
Way back in 1884 the zoo was originally located in Moore Park, Sydney! As this original venue was too small, and developers wanted to adapt the 'no-bars' zoo layout, land was acquired on the other side of the Harbour for the zoo to be relocated to. There is lots of interesting information about the history of the zoo here. I am probably incorrect, but from what I know, the only remaining orignal structure is the elephant temple, which is heritage listed.
Admission Prices (from the website at time of publishing this post)
There is plenty of interaction to be found throughout the day - From giraffe feeding, to the famous bird show.
There is a 'food court' and bar at the zoo, but if you are traveling and on a budget - bring a packed lunch and save your money for treats (coffee, ice cream) and souvenirs.
Taronga Zoo is open 365 days a year! Including NYE! If you are in Sydney, I recommend going to the zoo for your NYE celebration. I have been a few times and its great! The views of the harbor and fireworks are amazing!
Taronga Zoo also has a sister zoo located in Western NSW - Taronga Western Planes Zoo, Dubbo - worth a visit, you can cycle your way through this park, or hire a golf buggy!
Way back in 1884 the zoo was originally located in Moore Park, Sydney! As this original venue was too small, and developers wanted to adapt the 'no-bars' zoo layout, land was acquired on the other side of the Harbour for the zoo to be relocated to. There is lots of interesting information about the history of the zoo here. I am probably incorrect, but from what I know, the only remaining orignal structure is the elephant temple, which is heritage listed.
Admission Prices (from the website at time of publishing this post)
- Adults $44
- Children (4-15 years) $22
- Children (under 4) Free
- Concession $31.50
- Families SAVE 15%: adult $37.40, child $18.70
(minimum 3 guests with 1 child aged 4-15 years visiting)
There is plenty of interaction to be found throughout the day - From giraffe feeding, to the famous bird show.
There is a 'food court' and bar at the zoo, but if you are traveling and on a budget - bring a packed lunch and save your money for treats (coffee, ice cream) and souvenirs.
Taronga Zoo is open 365 days a year! Including NYE! If you are in Sydney, I recommend going to the zoo for your NYE celebration. I have been a few times and its great! The views of the harbor and fireworks are amazing!
Taronga Zoo also has a sister zoo located in Western NSW - Taronga Western Planes Zoo, Dubbo - worth a visit, you can cycle your way through this park, or hire a golf buggy!
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Taronga Zoo - Getting there
Taronga Zoo has to be on everyone's list of of places to see when they come to Sydney.
Because there is so much to see I'll spread this post out over a couple.
Lets start with getting there...
Sure you can drive to the Zoo, head north over the Sydney Harbour Bridge and battle the traffic down Military Road through Neutral Bay to Mossman, or, you can catch the ferry!
Catching the ferry from Circular Quay has to be everyone's favourite way to get to the Zoo! Its fairly inexpensive and you can bundle your zoo ticket with your ferry fare. There is no better way to see the world famous Sydney Harbour and its icon land marks, The Sydney Opera House, The Sydney Harbour Bridge and Luna Park. The ferry trip takes about 20min (don't quote me on that its a rough estimate) and takes you past Mrs Macquaries Chair, Woolloomooloo Navel base and Fort Denison. Have your camera ready as you will be clicking the whole way!
When you alight the ferry at the port at Taronga Zoo, most people (if its included in their pass) will catch the cable car to the top entrance. Although there is a massive hill you can walk up if you like the exercise!
Because there is so much to see I'll spread this post out over a couple.
Lets start with getting there...
Sure you can drive to the Zoo, head north over the Sydney Harbour Bridge and battle the traffic down Military Road through Neutral Bay to Mossman, or, you can catch the ferry!
Catching the ferry from Circular Quay has to be everyone's favourite way to get to the Zoo! Its fairly inexpensive and you can bundle your zoo ticket with your ferry fare. There is no better way to see the world famous Sydney Harbour and its icon land marks, The Sydney Opera House, The Sydney Harbour Bridge and Luna Park. The ferry trip takes about 20min (don't quote me on that its a rough estimate) and takes you past Mrs Macquaries Chair, Woolloomooloo Navel base and Fort Denison. Have your camera ready as you will be clicking the whole way!
When you alight the ferry at the port at Taronga Zoo, most people (if its included in their pass) will catch the cable car to the top entrance. Although there is a massive hill you can walk up if you like the exercise!
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