I love this zoo. My son loves seeing the animals here. The safari is worthwhile doing if you can afford it but even without it the kids have a fun day, you just don't see as many animals.

We did not see many animals but the kids had a fun day. The staff were also polite and helpful.
I believe that this zoo should get better over time as more and more people visit.

It's a great fun day out especially for the kids, but if you're going for the animals you better go see Melbourne Zoo as they don't have that many animals here and with the open range tour sometimes they may be hiding/sleeping and you can't see them anyway.

Approximate cost: $78

I took my 12 year old sons and their friend to the zoo during the school holidays and was thinking before I got there that this wouldnt work because they'd be too grown up and "cool" for it but I couldnt be more wrong. Its been a few years since I have been to Werribee zoo and am happy to report that it is still excellent and value for money. The safari ride is a must as its the only way you'll get to see the truly big animals such as the rhinos (awesome!) and the giraffes, however the walk around is cool as well because they've got hippos and lions and cheetahs and gorillas - all in large spaces and obviously well maintained. I'd recommend bringing your own food and drink however as they gouge you something fierce at the shops there.

I recently took my 3 year old to the zoo and we stayed there all day! He didn't want to leave. The safari bus ride was fantastic and the giraffes in particular we're in great form, walking right beside the bus. One even started licking the roof of the bus! There is also a lot to see around the zoo, the gorillas, hippo, lions and meerkats were highlights. Lots of places where you can stop and have a picnic or a rest. There is a playground and a stage where the kids can get up and have a dance along with the musicians on the big screen. We will be back soon! Contemplating on getting a friends of the zoo membership.

We had a great time at the open plain zoo.
We did join the friends of the zoo and from that you get discount's in the shop and notice on what's going on in all three zoo's in Vic + it's nice to feel you have done a little something for Victoria's zoo's.

It is well worth a bus ride through the zoo as you get to feel so close to the animal. There are other Zoo experience's you can take also as well as night one's.

There is a canteen there for hot food if you wish or get a pass out to collect your picnic.

Heaps of parking, Disable parking.

werribee open range zoo is well worth the visit. i havnt come across to many zoos like this.

fantastic day out for kids and adults, the safari experience with the open bus is quite a good experience, nice cafe serving meals or bring a picnic, plenty of places to sit and enjoy
seeing the lions is a highlight

Approximate cost: $30.00

I recently took my boys to this zoo and we loved it. It was set up to educate adults and kids alike about various African and Australian fauna and the staff did this with a passion. The keepers are very friendly and helpful and the experience is similar to that of an African safari. We have since been back and had another unique experience. When we went the restaurant was being renovated and a catering company was providing hot food. This food was poor quality and grossly over priced, so recommend you take a picnic until the restaurant is functional again. This zoo has become a regular event for the boys and I, highly recommended.

My family and I love visiting the Werribee Zoo. We have been about 4 or 5 times now and each time we have been we seem to find something new or different. The Bus ride around the Zoo is very interesting and it has a feel like you are actually out in the Jungles or Africa.

A great day for all from young to old!