Catch train to city then change to broadweadows line. There should be signs at flinders street station or even get a tram straight up Elizabeth street in the city and just ask which one goes out to the zoo. Public transport in Melbourne is great and it is all quite easy with a map.

Try the website. Not sure if they're running again yet. Google it.

you can do both way, but having an online ticket can save you some queuing time

I would definitely recommend Melbourne. It has so much to see and do from 3 different zoos to theme parks, to going to the Australia Open in January if you are a tennis fan, to many different markets, galleries, museums and exhibitions.

Melbourne zoo is in melbourne notin sydney. It is 10 mins by train from Federation square traIN STATION.

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Sorry about the late response. I have never queued more than three-deep at the zoo. Busy, would more likely happen when there is a night concert or event on. School groups, during term would make for queues.

Take the Tram from the corner of Collins Street and Elizabeth Street. towards North Coburg Route 19. Its about a 6 minute walk when you get off at Royal Parade/Parkville (through Walker St and Kendall Av, into Poplar Rd where the Zoo is...) Alternatively, take the Upfield Line Train from Flinders St Station in the City. Get off at Royal Park Station, Parkville. Its a 7 minute walk through Upfield Bike Path into Poplar Rd).

sorry , we didnt do the tour....u get a detailed map and can wander at your own pace and leisure...much better.

Yes there's a nice big grassed area, ideal for a packed lunch picnic.