Adelaide Zoo

Adelaide Zoo is a major zoological park located on Frome Road adjacent to Botanic Park in central Adelaide, South Australia. Established in 1883, it is Australia's second-oldest zoo and operated by Zoos SA. The zoo houses more than 2,500 animals representing over 250 species, including Australian natives and exotic species, within landscaped gardens and heritage-listed structures. It is noted for conservation, breeding programs and immersive habitats.

Visitors can expect a compact, garden-style zoo set within Botanic Park near the River Torrens. Enclosures are arranged as immersive habitats including Australian native precincts, rainforest, savannah and aviaries. Visitors walk paved pathways past heritage buildings, see mammals, birds and reptiles, attend keeper talks and feeding presentations, and can book guided or behind-the-scenes experiences. Cafes, picnic lawns and a gift shop are within the grounds.

Established in 1883 by the South Australian Zoological and Acclimatization Society, Adelaide Zoo is the second-oldest zoo in Australia. It retains several heritage-listed structures including the former Elephant House and front entrance, reflecting Victorian-era zoo design. It has long been associated with conservation, education and scientific study in South Australia.

Operated by Zoos SA as a not-for-profit conservation charity, the zoo plays a significant role in wildlife conservation, breeding programs for threatened species, and public education. It is a longstanding recreational and educational institution for Adelaide residents and visitors, set within the culturally significant Adelaide Park Lands.