Sydney Zoo opened in December 2019 and is a world class wildlife destination in the heart of Western Sydney. Home to over 150 species across five iconic precincts, Sydney Zoo has fast become one of Sydney’s most popular attractions.
Offering a modern, accessible experience that connects visitors with wildlife from all around the world, Sydney Zoo celebrates conservation and First Nations culture through the Bungarribee Dreaming experience.
Sydney Zoo is part of the Hammons Holdings family of attractions, a third generation family business and highly regarded leader in the Australian tourism industry. Hammon’s proud history carries an impressive track record of operating and investing in tourism, delivering safe and memorable experiences to millions of visitors.
Located off the Great Western Highway in Bungarribee, Sydney Zoo is just 40 minutes from the CBD.
Sydney Zoo is a proud member of the Zoo and Aquarium Association Australasia (ZAA) and is ZAA Welfare Accredited, demonstrating our commitment to achieving the highest standards of animal welfare and care and is proud to be recognised as a Quality Tourism Sustainable Tourism Accredited Business, demonstrating our commitment to delivering high-quality visitor experiences while operating responsibly and sustainably.

Embracing advanced technology and innovation to improve animal welfare, visitor engagement and education, Sydney Zoo is home to a wide range of exotic and native species. With clever habitat design, we provide an experience that is more immersive and engaging than traditional zoos.
Sydney Zoo is home to over 4,000 animals, Australia’s largest Reptile and Nocturnal House and an aquarium.
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Sydney Zoo acknowledges the Warrawarry people of the Darug Nation who are the traditional owners of these lands that we all meet on. We would also like to pay our respects to all elders past, present and future and their continuing connection to land, water, animals and culture.