15 Tickets & Entry Passes in Melbourne, Shortlisted

1.Melbourne Zoo: 1-Day Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 747 reviews · 1 day · from $37Our pick

Melbourne Zoo’s $37 general admission ticket gives you one day to explore more than 320 animal species, from tigers and monkeys to koalas, penguins and seals. Wander themed habitats at your own pace, catch scheduled keeper presentations and consider paying extra for a behind-the-scenes experience. The zoo is about 10 minutes from central Melbourne by tram, train or bus.

“It was a amazing Zoo. We loved it and would highly recommend it also.”

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2.Werribee Open Range Zoo: Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 646 reviews · 1 day · from $37

Spend a day at Werribee Open Range Zoo, 35 kilometers west of Melbourne. Admission includes a guided safari across open savannah, where you may see giraffes, rhinos and zebras, plus keeper talks at selected times. Walk to the lion, gorilla and hippo habitats, then explore Australian grasslands. Safari guides such as Morris and Holly have brought the ride to life, though the guide on your visit may differ.

“Be on time so u can watch the all the animals on time before they get tired after food”

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3.SEA LIFE Aquarium Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 589 reviews · 1 day · from $28

At SEA LIFE Melbourne, explore 12 zones and more than 10,000 aquatic animals, from stingrays and elephant sharks to King and Gentoo penguins and Pinjarra the saltwater crocodile. Your entrance ticket is valid for one day. Plan for a self-guided visit, check the presentation schedule, and choose an entry timeslot after booking.

“Great set up. My grandchildren loved the huge crab and lobsters near the entrance. Amazing variety of sea life. The movie was a fun idea.”

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4.Melbourne Skydeck General Admission Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 386 reviews · 1 day · from $27

Head to Melbourne Skydeck for a 38-second lift ride to level 88, nearly 300 metres above the city. Your general admission ticket includes the indoor and outdoor viewing areas and access to Bar 88, where you can buy a drink or snack. Allow time for the lift and entry queues, and note that extra experiences are not part of this ticket.

“The voyager experience was very good. The skydeck experience was great. Great view of the skyline”

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5.Melbourne Zoo General Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 333 reviews · from $40

Explore Melbourne Zoo at your own pace with a mobile general admission ticket. See native Australian animals, penguins and seals, elephants, giraffes, primates, gorillas, and more. Keeper talks are included, and you can stay as long as you like during opening hours. Allow two to eight hours, depending on your pace and how many stops you make.

“Amesome zoo. Very well layed out. Many great animals to see. Great place to visit with family members of all ages.”

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6.SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 280 reviews · from $27

Explore SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium at your own pace, from the icy Penguin Playground to jellyfish, seahorses, rays and a 5.5-metre saltwater crocodile. Your ticket includes a digital Photo Pass, plus access to talks and feeding sessions. Plan for about 90 minutes, though a slower visit can take longer.

“It was a nice couple of hours to spend at aquarium but we did not recognise which penguin was Pesto, when we asked the staff members, they didn’t know either which was hugely disappointing. Not many lifts available and one was not working at all.”

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7.Peninsula Hot Springs: Entry Ticket with Bath House

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 225 reviews · 5 hours · from $56

Spend up to five hours at Peninsula Hot Springs on the Mornington Peninsula, about 90 minutes from Melbourne. Your Bath House ticket gives you access to more than 50 bathing and wellness experiences, including geothermal pools and a Turkish Hammam steam bath. Bring swimwear, a reusable water bottle, and waterproof shoes; towels, robes, and lockers cost extra.

“Felt it was a little overcrowded in a lot of the baths but a beautiful experience in a gorgeous setting.”

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8.Healesville Sanctuary General Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 217 reviews · from $40

Make your own way to Healesville Sanctuary, a bushland wildlife park about an hour from Melbourne by car. Your $40.88 mobile ticket includes all-day entry, keeper talks and the Spirits of the Sky bird show. Follow paths past koalas, wombats, kangaroos and more, then look for the platypus at its riverside exhibit.

“Family day enjoyed very much, pity it rained. Well worth the money, thanks to all the great staff. Not many people there due to weather so all exhibits easily viewed and appreciated.”

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9.Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 163 reviews · 1 day · from $24

Spend a day at this 10-hectare sanctuary near Melbourne, where more than 60 Australian species live in natural enclosures or roam free. Feed kangaroos and wallabies, catch keeper talks and wildlife shows, and check ahead for extra-cost encounters such as koala or wombat experiences.

“Hi, I took my 11 year old granddaughter to visit Moonlit Sanctuary. We had a lovely few hours there, she was totally happy seeing all the beautiful native animals, feeding the kangaroos and wallabies, I also I bought a Koala experience for her. The look on her face was priceless, we then had a feed in the restaurant and bought a few souvenirs from the gift shop. I would highly recommend this beautiful sanctuary. In addition to the animals, I have to add that the staff were very knowledgeable and friendly, special shoutout to Olly who taught us a lot about kangaroos. Gloria Todd, Seaford.”

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10.Healesville Sanctuary: General Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 162 reviews · 1 day · from $37

Spend a day among more than 200 Australian wildlife species at Healesville Sanctuary in the Yarra Valley. Your general admission includes daily presentations, including the Spirits of the Sky bird show, and access to the Australian Wildlife Health Centre. Paid animal encounters are optional; food and drinks cost extra.

“We were visiting from the Uk to visit family, and my cousin has been here before, we took one of our nephews, we all loved the park, such a wonderful natural environment for the animals, the rangers were super knowledgable and friendly, we had something to eat in the cafe! Would definitely return when next in Australia”

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11.Werribee Open Range Zoo General Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 143 reviews · from $40

At Werribee Open Range Zoo, your general admission includes a 40-minute open-window bus safari across grassland, access to walking trails and animal exhibits, and all keeper talks and presentations. Look for rhinos, giraffes, lions, gorillas and hippos, then explore at your own pace. The bus ride is a highlight, but crowding and weather can affect the day.

“The animals! My kids especially my son really enjoyed the safari wildlife. Didn’t get to pet the Kangaroos but maybe next time will opt for other services there!”

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12.Sovereign Hill General Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 141 reviews · from $37

At Sovereign Hill in Ballarat, general admission opens the streets of an 1850s gold-rush town, where costumed characters, tradespeople and scheduled activities bring the era to life. Try gold panning and explore the outdoor museum. Guided mine tours and coach rides are not included, so check their availability and cost before you plan around them.

“My nephew had a good time over there. The effort to create a gold rush era theme was commendable. However the tickets were a little pricier for the kind of attraction it provides.”

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13.Melbourne Museum Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 122 reviews · 1 day · from $12Best value

Enter Melbourne Museum with a one-day admission ticket and explore at your own pace. See Horridus, a Triceratops fossil with 87% real bones, visit the Forest Gallery, Science and Life Gallery, Melbourne Gallery, and Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre. Allow at least three hours. IMAX tickets are not included.

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14.Yarra Valley Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 91 reviews · 7 hours - 1 day · from $65

Travel from central Melbourne into the Yarra Valley on a hop-on hop-off bus, choosing the RED or GREEN route and planning up to four winery stops from its timetable. Driver-guides such as Jon and Sara have helped with timing and venue suggestions. Tastings and meals are booked and paid for separately.

“We had a fabulous day at wineries with Jon. He was very helpful and informative and guided us on how best to plan our day. He contacted vinyards for us that we had to change our bookings and made sure we had enough time to enjoy each one. We had great fun and would definitely recommend this tour!”

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15.Sovereign Hill: Museum General Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 74 reviews · 1 day · from $37

Spend a day at Sovereign Hill, a recreated Ballarat gold rush town. Pan for real gold, watch a 100-ounce gold pour, visit Red Hill Mine and see craftspeople at work. A fully guided mine tour and horse-drawn coach ride cost extra, so plan your day around the included activities and any add-ons you want.

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