Healesville Sanctuary
8.4Locals Score / 10#5 of 18 Attractions in Melbourne
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Known forwildlifenatureday tripYarra Valley
The best place in Victoria to see native Australian wildlife up close in naturalistic bush enclosures, about an hour from the CBD in the Yarra Valley. Platypus, wombats, Tasmanian devils, wedge-tailed eagles, and koalas are all reliably viewable, and the wildlife hospital adds genuine conservation credibility. It's a full-day outing requiring a car or organised tour, and entry is around $40 for adults.
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| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Locals Score
8.4/10- Value8.0
- Iconic7.0
- Excellence9.0
- Crowd level5.5
- Authenticity8.5
- Accessibility6.0
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