Taronga Zoo

Taronga Zoo is one of Australia’s most iconic and internationally recognised zoological parks, spectacularly located on the shores of Sydney Harbour with views across the water to the Opera House and CBD. Operated by Taronga Conservation Society Australia, the zoo is home to more than 4,000 animals representing approximately 350 species, with a strong focus on Australian native wildlife including koalas, platypuses, wombats, and a rich diversity of marsupials, reptiles, and birds. Taronga is deeply committed to conservation both in Australia and internationally, running programmes to protect threatened species and their habitats across the Asia-Pacific region. Its WILD LIFE Centres and conservation partnerships support fieldwork and research that extends far beyond the zoo’s boundaries. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of engaging experiences, including free-flight bird shows, seal performances, giraffe encounters, and an aerial cable car that provides stunning views across the harbour and grounds. Taronga is also an active research and education institution, engaging schools, universities, and the public in environmental learning. The zoo’s combination of spectacular setting, wildlife diversity, and genuine conservation purpose makes it one of the finest zoological parks in the world.