1 / 3Tasmania Zoo
📍 Riverside, TAS
Family zoo near Launceston featuring hands-on encounters with Tasmanian devils, wombats, and giraffes. Spacious enclosures with enrichment activities, keeper talks, and a well-regarded on-site cafe. Easy weekday parking.
This zoo was the best that I’ve ever visited. It was so calm and peaceful. It was clear that the animals were well cared for since they had plenty of fresh food and enrichment. I completed the Tasmanian Devil encounter and it was a wonderful experience. The lady who ran it was lovely and took a fantastic photo. There was such a wide range of animals, and they were all very active and friendly.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families who want more than passive animal viewing. The hands-on encounters with Tasmanian devils and wombats are the standout draw and suit all ages from toddlers to grandparents. Weekday visits avoid parking pressure and tend to feel more relaxed.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Emma N
2 months ago
“This zoo was the best that I’ve ever visited. It was so calm and peaceful. It was clear that the animals were well cared for since they had plenty of fresh food and enrichment. I completed the Tasmanian Devil encounter and it was a wonderful experience. The lady who ran it was lovely and took a fantastic photo. There was such a wide range of animals, and they were all very active and friendly.”
Kara Fisher
2 months ago
“One of the best zoos I have visited. The animals all seemed very happy and their enclosures were large, clean and filled with enrichment activities. The zoo is easy to walk around and the food from the café was delicious. The Tassie devil encounter was marvellous and I particularly liked the dinosaur walk - so much fun for any dino enthusiast! I'll definitely be back when I'm in Tasmania again.”
Carol Raglione
a month ago
“Absolutely loved Tasmania Zoo and would definitely recommend a visit here. The on hands experience which is available was amazing. We had photos with a wombat and Tasmanian Devil and the awesome experience of feeding the giraffes. Couldn’t fault the facilities and the dedication of the staff was incredible and you could tell they loved their jobs. Staff very friendly and knowledgeable”
Laura O'Hanlon
a month ago
“Fabulous zoo with a varied collection of animals. Highlights were the Tasmanian devils and wombat handling. I was pleased to see the animals all have good living conditions. Plenty of space, shade and areas to play, climb and hide. Parking was easy as we went during the week. The staff appeared to enjoy the animals and care for them well. Fabulous zoo!”
Reviews from Google
Overview
Tasmania Zoo in Riverside runs paid hands-on encounters with Tasmanian devils, wombats, and giraffes alongside free keeper talks. Enclosures are spacious, shaded, and stocked with enrichment — animals appear active and healthy across reviews. A dinosaur walk adds a themed element for enthusiasts. The cafe draws positive feedback. The zoo is walkable and well-signed, with pram-friendly paths and free parking on weekdays.
