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15 Tickets & Entry Passes in Australia Worth Booking

30 tours  ·  from $16 a head

Good tickets & entry passes fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Sydney: Opera House Guided Tour with Entrance Ticket - Walking beneath Jørn Utzon’s sails
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Sydney: Opera House Guided Tour with Entrance Ticket

1.Opera House Guided Tour with Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8,312 reviews · 1 hour · from $33Our pick

Spend one hour inside Sydney Opera House with a live English, French, Spanish, or German guide. You’ll walk through foyers, theaters, and backstage areas, hear how Jørn Utzon’s design came to life, and may see a rehearsal. Guides such as Peter, Laura, Immy, and Daryl are known for clear storytelling. Expect about 300 stairs.

“The “behind the scenes” access was my favorite part. The entire tour was excellent. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining. A special mention needs to be made about the headphones on the tour: we remarked that it was absolutely the best listening experience ever on a tour! I understand that sound quality is the key to a musical venue, but extending that to the audio tour was greatly appreciated. I would definitely recommend the tour to anyone!”

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Sydney: Taronga Zoo Tickets - The Australian Walkabout and Native Wildlife
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Sydney: Taronga Zoo Tickets

2.Taronga Zoo Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,551 reviews · 1 day · from $38

Take a full-day trip to Taronga Zoo, reached in about 12 minutes by ferry from Circular Quay. Follow nine trails through Australian and exotic animal habitats, watch Free Flight Birds and seal presentations, and see giraffes with the Opera House and Harbour Bridge behind them. Entry includes keeper talks and daily presentations, but transport, food, and special animal encounters cost extra.

“I had an awesome experience at Taronga Zoo!! I highly recommend for all ages.”

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From Brisbane: Australia Zoo Transfer and Entry Ticket - The early Brisbane pickup and one-hour drive
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From Brisbane: Australia Zoo Transfer and Entry Ticket

3.Australia Zoo Transfer and Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,539 reviews · 9 hours · from $126Top rated

Travel from selected Brisbane hotels to Australia Zoo in an air-conditioned vehicle with guides such as Steve or Bruce. Your $126 ticket includes transport, entry, a brief wildlife hospital visit, and about six hours inside the zoo for crocodile shows, animal talks, kangaroos, koalas, and more.

“Our guide Steve was telling us so many funny stories during the drive that we could really enjoy the ride. Additionally he perfectly instructed us on how we should go through the zoo to have the best possible outcome. Really recommend this tour”

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Sydney: Taronga Zoo Ticket with Return Ferry - Collecting your ticket at the harbour
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Sydney: Taronga Zoo Ticket with Return Ferry

4.Taronga Zoo Ticket with Return Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,142 reviews · 1 day · from $55

Spend a full day at Taronga Zoo with entry and a return ferry from Circular Quay or Darling Harbour. Explore at your own pace, see native Australian animals and rare species, and plan around free keeper talks and shows. The zoo is hilly, so bring walking shoes and check the ferry timetable before you go.

“Super easy process. The staff at the booth were very helpful & clearly explained where the meeting point was & which gate/ berth to wait at. Ferry was quick & on time. Loved Taronga Zoo as well. Gorgeous natural environments for the animals, lots of information. Take a hat & your walking shoes!! Highly recommend.”

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Penguin Parade: General Viewing Ticket - Arriving before sunset at Summerlands Beach
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Penguin Parade: General Viewing Ticket

5.Penguin Parade: General Viewing Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,069 reviews · 2 hours · from $22Best value

Arrive before sunset at Phillip Island Nature Parks, explore the visitor centre, then watch Little penguins cross Summerlands Beach from general grandstand seating. Afterward, follow the boardwalks to see them near their burrows. Bring warm clothes, expect a wait outdoors, and leave cameras and phones switched off during the parade.

“It was super funa and well worth the $30. You got to watch them coming in from the sea to shore and watch them head to heir beds for the night. A lot of waiting on bleachers, so If you have a bad back it may be tough. Can also go down and sit on the sand. Go as far front as you can to the outer corners. Don't sit in the middle. Go early as over 2,000 people. It is crazy when leaving so take it slow. About a 10 min walk to your seats. Very cool experience”

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SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Entry Ticket - Starting at Darling Harbour
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SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Entry Ticket

6.SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,025 reviews · 1 day · from $31

Spend a full day exploring SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium beside Darling Harbour. Follow underwater tunnels past sharks and rays, see dugongs feed, search for platypuses, and visit penguins, sea dragons, jellyfish, and Japanese spider crabs. This is a self-guided visit, with no tour guide included.

“It was a great day! We loved the set up of the aquarium”

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Sydney Taronga Zoo General Entry Ticket - Wild Australia and the animals you came to see
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Sydney Taronga Zoo General Entry Ticket

7.Sydney Taronga Zoo General Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 941 reviews · from $39

Spend 3 to 6 hours at Taronga Zoo, seeing more than 5,000 animals across 350 species. Take the 12-minute ferry from Circular Quay, watch the free-flight bird and seal presentations, and add koala or giraffe encounters for an extra fee.

“Wonderful zoo, plan 4-5 hours, nice view of the city and the animals are well taken care of! Well worth the time!”

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Gold Coast: SkyPoint Observation Deck Ticket - The fast Q1 lift ride
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Gold Coast: SkyPoint Observation Deck Ticket

8.SkyPoint Observation Deck Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 805 reviews · 365 days · from $25

Take the lift 77 floors up Q1 in Surfers Paradise for wide views over the Gold Coast, coastline, city, and hinterland. A $25 ticket gives you one-day entry, with breakfast, lunch, drinks, sunset, and night views all possible from SkyPoint’s Bar + Bistro. Check hours before you go, since private events and special closures can change access.

“It was a fantastic view of the Gold Coast. We even managed to see a Stingray & Whales. The only small negative is we didn't have any cash for the binoculars/viewer. Such a shame this isn't free, or included in the price.”

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Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket - Waterfront sights from Brooke Street Pier to Victoria Dock
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Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

9.24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 770 reviews · 1 day · from $31

See Hobart from an open-top double-decker bus on a 90-minute loop with 20 stops. Your ticket works for 24 hours from first use, during daily service from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Ride the full circuit first, then stop at Salamanca Place, Cascade Brewery, the Botanical Gardens, the Female Factory, and more.

“Very easy way to see the sights and areas around Hobart. Just know that you should not “hop off” close to 3:00pm somewhere remote as they stop running then and you’ll have to uber back.”

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Melbourne Zoo: 1-Day Entry Ticket - Tigers, monkeys, and rainforest paths
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Melbourne Zoo: 1-Day Entry Ticket

10.Melbourne Zoo: 1-Day Entry Ticket

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

Spend a full day meeting more than 320 species at Melbourne Zoo, from Sumatran tigers and lions to koalas, kangaroos, penguins, and fur seals. Walk through Asian and African rainforest habitats, visit the Butterfly House, and catch scheduled keeper talks. The zoo is 10 minutes from central Melbourne by tram, train, or bus.

“Amazing zoo. Very well laid out exhibits. Some of the nicest dining options I've seen at a zoo.”

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Perth: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket - Elizabeth Quay and the Swan River
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Perth: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

11.Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 708 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $38

See Perth and Kings Park from an open-top bus on a 24 or 48-hour pass. Stay aboard for the full two-hour circuit, or hop off at stops such as Elizabeth Quay, the Perth Mint, Northbridge, and Kings Park. Recorded commentary is available in eight languages, with hourly buses, shade upstairs, air-conditioning below, and wheelchair access.

“I saw lots of things I would not have seen had I not been on the bus”

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Werribee Open Range Zoo: Entry Ticket - Lions, gorillas, hippos, and smaller animals on foot
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Werribee Open Range Zoo: Entry Ticket

12.Werribee Open Range Zoo: Entry Ticket

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

Set aside a full day for Werribee Open Range Zoo, 35 kilometres west of Melbourne. Your ticket includes a guided safari through the open savannah, where you may see rhinos, giraffes, zebras, and antelope. Walk to lion, gorilla, hippo, monkey, meerkat, and Australian animal exhibits, then add keeper talks or paid animal encounters if you want more.

“We took our grandchildren aged 3 1/2 and 22 months. All had a marvelous time. Highly recommended. Best zoo experience for all ages. A must do in Melbourne.”

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Paronella Park Admission Ticket - The Dream Continues tour adds the human story
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Paronella Park Admission Ticket

13.Paronella Park Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 593 reviews · from $42

At Paronella Park near Mena Creek, you explore rainforest gardens, ruined castles, tunnels, bridges, fountains, and secret staircases at your own pace. Your ticket includes the Dream Continues and Darkness Falls guided tours, plus a botanical booklet. Guides such as Bill, Ben, and Carolina bring Jose Paronella’s remarkable story to life.

“What an great experience for the whole family! History buff or wanting to see the enchanted grounds, Paronella Park is it! Bill was fantastic at storytelling and sharing the history of the grounds that captivates us all :) The numerous castles anRead more”

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Melbourne: SEA LIFE Aquarium Entrance Ticket - Starting with sea life close to the glass
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Melbourne: SEA LIFE Aquarium Entrance Ticket

14.SEA LIFE Aquarium Entrance Ticket

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

Spend a day at SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium beside the Yarra River. You’ll see more than 10,000 aquatic animals across 12 zones, including King and Gentoo penguins, stingrays, jellyfish, seahorses, elephant sharks, and Pinjarra, a huge saltwater crocodile. Allow two to four hours, then add presentations, touch pools, or the 4D cinema if operating.

“Everything was fantastic to see at the Aquarium. Kids enjoyed all the fish, sea horses, jellyfish and especially the penguins. Amazing. Even had a great cafe with lovely hot chips, reasonably priced. We spent 4 hours there.”

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Maleny Botanic Gardens Bird Aviary Experience Ticket - The gardens give the visit room to breathe
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Maleny Botanic Gardens Bird Aviary Experience Ticket

15.Maleny Botanic Gardens Bird Aviary Experience Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 579 reviews · from $33

At Maleny Botanic Gardens, you’ll join a guided walk-through aviary where cockatoos, macaws, and other birds may land on your hand, shoulder, or head. Lydia is one guide praised for helping everyone get a photo. Allow one to four hours for the aviary, gardens, picnic views, and optional golf buggy hire.

“Loved seeing all the different colourful birds and learning abt their personalities and quirks and having the experience of them landing on our heads and shoulders . Can be hard to hear the tour leader at times . Was a rainy day but still enjoyed the views and coffee in the rotunda and driving around the gardens in the buggy”

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