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Perth Zoo
Best time to visit
Visit in the early morning when animals are most active and the park is cooler for a more comfortable experience. Weekdays often have fewer crowds, making the visit more relaxed.
Budget tips
Adult tickets are affordable with discounts for children and seniors; watch for occasional free community days. Consider multi-attraction passes that include other local wildlife spots for savings.
Recommended for
Families, Wildlife lovers, Nature photographers
Plan your visit
3-4 hours
About
Quick facts: More than 1,200 animals call this place home, featuring over 180 species from around the world. Known for pioneering breeding programs, it has successfully bred rare species like the Sumatran tiger in captivity.
Highlights: An impressive walkthrough exhibit lets you come face to face with endangered orangutans swinging just overhead. The nocturnal house offers an eerie glimpse into the night lives of animals, including the elusive bilby, active when the sun goes down.
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking the extensive pathways.
- Bring a camera with zoom to capture shy animals from a distance.
- Skip the busiest midday hours by arriving right at opening or mid-afternoon.
- Check the daily schedule for feeding times to see animals energized and active.
Have you heard of free walking tours?
After traveling to 30+ countries, there's one thing I wish someone had told me from day one, and it completely changed how I experience new cities.
Free walking tours. Yes, actually free. No credit card needed. No catch.
Local guide, 2-3 hours
Major sights, hidden gems, local stories
100% tip-based
Guides earn only tips, so they give their absolute best
You tip what feels right
At the end, just tip whatever you feel is right
I've done these in dozens of cities and they've been the highlight of almost every trip. If you're visiting Perth, Australia, do this on your first day. You'll thank me later.
