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Victoria's Open Range Zoo at Werribee

A taste of Africa

K Road
Werribee
Melbourne, VIC 3030

Nearest Train: Thirty minute drive from central Melbourne

Phone: +61 3 9731 9600

Fax: +61 3 9731 9606

Victoria's Open Range Zoo's wide plains have Victoria's Open Range Zoo's wide plains have proved ideal for African, Asian and North American wildlife. The park is home to giraffes, hippos, zebra, antelopes, monkeys and cheetah, as well as native Australian animals such as kangaroos and koalas. Visitors can tour in safari buses to take a closer look at the inhabitants. There are plenty of picnic spots and walking areas if you prefer to do your own thing. The Zoo is part of historic Werribee Park Mansion, which is only a five minute drive away.