Wedding at Taronga Zoo Sydney

Finding the perfect wedding venue can be a challenge, but for couples seeking a mix of adventure and elegance, Taronga Zoo Sydney is a premier choice. As a leading marriage registry office alternative, we provide a professional marriage celebrant to conduct your ceremony against one of the most iconic backdrops in the world.

Note. At this location you must also book the venue, in addition to the celebrant service we offer. See details below under Booking and Fees.

1. 🦒 Unrivalled Sydney Harbour Views Your wedding celebrant will stand with you as you exchange vows overlooking the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. It is arguably the most spectacular marriage venue view in Australia.
2. 🐅 Unique Wild Encounters Imagine your wedding photos featuring exotic animals! This wedding venue offers a unique atmosphere that standard wedding venues near me simply cannot match.
3. 📸 Diverse Photography Backdrops From lush bird sanctuaries to rustic heritage gates, the variety of textures and settings ensures your wedding album is nothing short of extraordinary.
4. 🚢 A Grand Arrival Make an entrance by arriving via the ferry. It adds a touch of Sydney charm that your guests will talk about for years to come.
5. 🌟 World-Class Facilities Combining the expertise of a professional wedding celebrant with Taronga’s high-end event spaces ensures a seamless experience for modern couples.

Booking and Fees for Taronga Zoo Sydney

Yes, a formal booking must be made with the venue for all wedding ceremonies, and a site fee is applicable. Taronga Zoo offers several ceremony locations, and fees vary depending on the specific site selected and the number of guests.

Authority: Taronga Events (Epicure/Trippas White Group) Website: taronga.org.au/sydney-zoo/venues/weddings Phone: +61 2 9969 2400

Requirements: All ceremonies require a confirmed booking through the events team. Fees typically apply for even small groups, and public liability insurance is often a requirement for bookings with higher guest counts.

Please aim to arrive 15 minutes prior to your ceremony (along with your guests) to ensure you are in the right location and ready to go at your scheduled time.

• Private Car: The zoo is located on Bradley's Head Road. There is a multi-storey car park on-site. Parking fees apply. Plan for extra time to walk from the car park to your specific ceremony site within the grounds.
• Ferry: Take the F2 wharf from Circular Quay. The ferry ride takes approximately 12 minutes. From the wharf, you can take the Sky Safari cable car or the bus to the top entrance.
• Bus: The 100 bus departs regularly from Queen Square, Sydney, and stops right at the zoo entrance. Use the TripView app to plan your route in real-time.
• Taxi/Rideshare: Direct drop-off is available at the main entrance. Ensure you specify which gate or venue entrance your event coordinator has assigned to you.

Now it doesn't happen often, but when it does you will need to shelter under trees or bring umbrellas - how romantic. Or move inside ;-)

Terms - Paid Locations

a) Reservation of Location and Payment of Associated Fees

I understand that it is our responsibility to ensure this location is available for our ceremony. I will make all necessary arrangements and pay any associated fees directly to the venue or relevant authority.

b) Guest Numbers

I understand that the Standard number of people is 20. This can be increased to 100+ people for an additional fee of $75 (click on Add Ons after making your booking).

c) Standard Duration of Booking is 30 Minutes

I understand that the total time for the standard booking is 30 minutes, which is plenty of time for a beautiful ceremony. This time cannot be extended on the day of the ceremony. However, if you would like to extend the duration of your booking, this can be done prior to the date of the ceremony for an additional fee of $150. (Click on Add Ons after making your booking.)

d) Confetti and Natural Materials

I understand that to maintain the cleanliness and integrity of the area, confetti of any sort, including natural materials such as flower petals, rice, glitter, or artificial equivalents, are strictly prohibited—unless prior written consent is received from the venue.

e) Public Liability Insurance

I understand that if Public Liability confirmation is required, there will be an additional fee of $50 to provide this.