Werribee Open Range Zoo

Werribee Open Range Zoo is an African-themed zoo in Werribee, Victoria, Australia, about 32 kilometers (20 miles) south of Melbourne. The Melbourne Zoo and Healesville Sanctuary are both part of the Zoological Parks and Gardens Board, or Zoos Victoria. It is located on the Werribee River in Werribee Park, near to the Werribee Mansion, and covers roughly 225 hectares (560 acres). Originally, it served as agistment ground for the Melbourne Zoo.

Werribee Zoo, like Dubbo Zoo, provides far more area to its visitors than the ordinary zoo. The major feature is African animals, such as gorillas, giraffes, large cats, and hippos, which are popular among visitors. Safaris are provided for individuals who wish to go close to the animals and into the enclosures.

Werribee Zoo, like Werribee itself, is 35 kilometers south of Melbourne's central business district, nearly halfway to Avalon Airport.

Cost of entry: $38 general admission, discounts for children, seniors and concession.

Address: Werribee, Victoria, Australia

Website: https://www.zoo.org.au/Werribee