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Auckland Zoo is home to 135 species and over 1,400 animals. Learn more about Aotearoa's largest …
It's feeding time at the Zoo! Whether you're after delicious takeaway fare or a sophisticated dining experience, Auckland Zoo has something for everyone.
There are also a number of picnic areas - sit back and relax with your purchased or packed lunch while enjoying the sights and sounds of the Zoo.
We have five venues serving food and drink across the Zoo, learn more below.
We are also currently trialling an ice cream and coffee cart just outside the Zoo entrance. Stop by and check it out!
Located right in the heart of the Zoo, Te Puna faces the central lake of the Zoo and the South East Asia Jungle Track development. Te Puna is open 7 days per week, as normal. Opening hours not impacted by wet weather.
Nestled deep within the Zoo just outside the South America Rainforest Track, our iconic Old Elephant House has been transformed into a bistro-style restaurant featuring a full a-la-carte menu, alcoholic beverages and cafe fare. The Old Elephant House will be open on selected days starting Saturday 26 & Sunday 27 September Wednesday 30 September – Sunday 4 October, then Wednesday 7 – Sunday 11 October.
Conveniently located in the Zoo's entrance plaza, Wetapunga cafe is the perfect meet up point before or after your Zoo experience. Open 7 days per week, as normal. Opening hours not impacted by wet weather.
The perfect place to relax and enjoy the stunning views of our flamingos, lions, and elephants. Enjoy Mojo coffee, Tip Top scoop ice cream, burgers, pitas, hot chips and cold beverages. The Watering hole is open 7 days a week, but opening hours may vary, subject to weather and visitation levels.
Located in the Zoo's New Zealand precinct Te Wao Nui, The Lookout offers Mojo coffee, cold drinks, a range of snacks and Kapiti scoop ice cream. The Lookout will be open during the holiday but opening days and hours may vary - check back for more information.
*Assistance dog organisations who have approved access to the Zoo:
Assistance Dogs New Zealand
The Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind (RNZFB)
The Zoo Shop is open every day from 9.30am to 5.30pm and is packed full of fun souvenirs, gifts, clothing, books and toys.
With a strong focus on conservation and sustainability, WildZone offers a range of products made from recyclable and sustainable sources, many of which contribute to humanitarian and conservation projects around the world - so if you're looking for great gifts with heart, then look no further than The Zoo Shop.
Auckland Council works in neighbouring Western Springs Park
If you’re planning to visit us between 8 April and mid-May, you may notice tree removal works happening up on the hillside in an area of Western Springs Park behind the baboon and elephant habitats at the Zoo.
This is an Auckland Council initiative to remove dead and ageing exotic pines that pose a significant safety risk to visitors to Western Springs park. Following the trees’ removal, the local board and the local community plan to restore this area to native forest to increase the biodiversity and health of this ecosystem for the benefit of wildlife and people.
You can find out full details here
For information on our ongoing construction and works as part of our Future Zoo project, click here.
Auckland Zoo is on Motions Road, just west of downtown Auckland and next to the beautiful Western Springs Reserve and Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT). MOTAT's tram network provides a link between both attractions.
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Auckland Zoo is home to 135 species and over 1,400 animals. Learn more about Aotearoa's largest …
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