Do you host parties or group bookings?

620 Middle Tea Tree Road, Richmond TAS 7025 – just 29 minutes from Hobart and 8 minutes from the historic Richmond Bridge.

We’re open every day from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, rain, hail or shine! (Closed Christmas Day).

No bookings required for general admission – just come along!
Bookings are recommended for premium animal encounters and group visits.

Yes! HZAA is proud to be an accessible and inclusive destination. Paths are wheelchair-friendly, and we offer sensory-friendly experiences for neurodivergent guests. Everyone belongs here—it's an Adventure Without Barriers.

From Tasmanian devils and koalas to rare white kangaroos, meerkats, tamarins, and exotic birds – plus marine life in Tasmania’s largest aquarium!

Absolutely! We offer interactive animal experiences, including feeding, behind-the-scenes tours, and encounters with friendly species. Pre-booking is encouraged.

Yes! Enjoy barista-made coffee, lunch, snacks, and treats at our fully indoor café.

Yes, we welcome picnics! We have shaded picnic areas and seating throughout the zoo.

Absolutely! We offer a huge indoor, fully heated and air-conditioned space with an aquarium, playground, café, and gift shop.

Yes. We offer free onsite parking, including spaces for buses and accessible vehicles.

For the safety of our animals and guests, pets are not permitted, with the exception of certified assistance dogs.

Yes—we are proud members of the Zoo and Aquarium Association Australasia (ZAA), which sets the highest standards in animal care, conservation, and education.

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to eco-friendly building design, water conservation, native plantings, and ethical animal care.

Coming soon! We are currently developing onsite accommodation so guests can extend their stay and experience the zoo from dusk to dawn.

Yes! Guests can hand-feed kangaroos and barnyard animals. Premium encounters include wombat pats, meerkat mingles, snake walks, and more (booking required).

Yes – the zoo is wheelchair accessible, and our aquarium, playground, and facilities are designed for comfort and access for all.

Visit www.hzaa.com.au or call us on (03) 6260 2444 to book your experience!