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Butterfly House

Tourist attraction β€’ Exhibit

πŸ‘ Incredible experience πŸ¦‹ there were a lot of people though and it can be a little suffocating but if you visit Melbourne Zoo you have to go to Butterfly House. @latelyinoz People often mention butterflies, beautiful, visit, experience, Melbourne, butterfly, great, kids, amazing, time,


Address

0 Elliott Ave, Parkville VIC 3052, Australia

Website

www.zoo.org.au

Contact

+61 1300 966 784

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (559 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 9β€―AM to 4:30β€―PM
  • Thursday: (Anzac Day/Anzac Day), 9β€―AM to 4:30β€―PM, Hours might differ
  • Friday: 9β€―AM to 4:30β€―PM
  • Saturday: 9β€―AM to 4:30β€―PM
  • Sunday: 9β€―AM to 4:30β€―PM
  • Monday: 9β€―AM to 4:30β€―PM
  • Tuesday: 9β€―AM to 4:30β€―PM

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  • 5/5 Baby J. 8 months ago on Google β€’ 87 reviews
    It was a very much interesting experience at the Butterfly House,Australia. When we were passing through the house, a large variety of butterflies accompanied us, with gentle touches and kisses. But I couldn't see anybody who tried even to touch them. Actually, we enjoyed the trip a lot
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Quang L. 2 years ago on Google β€’ 54 reviews
    Excellent little exhibit at the zoo, amazing to see all the different variations and species fluttering around. Although they need to limit the number of people who can enter at a time especially during these precarious times, when we went there were about 100 odd people inside so not much room to move.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Sara 6 months ago on Google β€’ 12 reviews
    It was a great experience and the kids loved it. We had lots of fun trying to find and identify the butterflies. Nice and relaxing spot to have a rest also - as long as you don't mind then humidity.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Vanessa P. 4 months ago on Google β€’ 6 reviews
    Incredible experience πŸ¦‹ there were a lot of people though and it can be a little suffocating but if you visit Melbourne Zoo you have to go to Butterfly House. @latelyinoz
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Andrew S. 5 years ago on Google
    A nice place to visit especially when a lot of the other zoo animals are hiding.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Annabella F. 3 years ago on Google
    As an aspiring Lepidopterist at the time of my visit,with my boyfriend-,Davey,this tropical environment rendered me speechless with joy!an unequalled experience to be in proximity to Mother Nature's winged beauty!!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Janelle M. 3 years ago on Google
    The Butterfly House was lovely! A must stop location when you visit the zoo.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Abeer AL M. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing house of butterflies πŸ¦‹πŸ˜πŸ‘ It includes many different types of butterflies and many different colours πŸ˜πŸ¦‹ my kids enjoyed being here. Sure we will visit the house again and again 😊
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Muhammed A. 4 years ago on Google
    This place alone was worth the visit to the zoo. Whatever you do , don't miss out on it. It was pure magic.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Dee On Yuggera L. 4 years ago on Google
    Made a bee line for it and it's well worth seeing. Butterflies are not shy and love to land on people as they wander through.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Rosemary G. 2 years ago on Google
    Went with the whole family. The problems were people took their masks off or down around their chins and definitely no social distancing. But the butterflies were absolutely stunning and worth seeing.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Shmeegal K. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is magical, featuring more than 600 butterflies and has a steady temperature of around 27Β°C degrees for tropical butterflies to be able to flourish. Visit for an amazing butterfly experience.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Sharon W. 3 months ago on Google β€’ 146 reviews New
    It's a very special place to visit and it is humid but that's for the butterflies. It's worth going. It's amazing πŸ˜€.

  • 5/5 John β€œThe Lazy Mechanic” E. 2 months ago on Google β€’ 118 reviews New
    It needs a major expansion to bring it up to modern standards nonetheless it’s great but can get crowded.

  • 5/5 Leanne W. 4 months ago on Google β€’ 99 reviews
    It is a beautiful place to sit and watch some amazingly colourful butterflies

  • 5/5 Barry B. 5 years ago on Google β€’ 87 reviews
    What a delightful, serene and peaceful experience. Butterflies of all descriptions, size and vivid colour. An experience for young and old alike. The Melbourne Zoo Butterfly House will live up to all your expectations!

  • 5/5 Benjamin K. 2 months ago on Google β€’ 78 reviews New
    It is awesome in here. But I would not recommend it if butterflies freak you out.

  • 5/5 Amela Erliana C. 9 months ago on Google β€’ 50 reviews
    I LOVE This place. I think Butrerfly House is one of the best places in Melbourne Zoo.

  • 5/5 Bernadice R. 7 months ago on Google β€’ 42 reviews
    Long time ago but wonderful for little princesses especially for Daddy to take on Father's Day πŸ’œ my girls won a Corinella prize from the Herald Sun when they were in primary school so we got in for free if you have asthma probably bring a puffer like I did its extremely humid. Otherwise absolutely beautiful they land on you all over you. Amazing and of course great for boys dad's grandparents but your son might say that's too girlie. lol

  • 5/5 Winda C. 2 years ago on Google β€’ 29 reviews
    It was magical.. surrounded by so many different types of butterflies. Such a beautiful creatures, and beautiful environments filled with lots of tropical plants. It's like stepping into another dimensions.

  • 5/5 jane w. 2 months ago on Google β€’ 10 reviews New
    Best butterfly house I have visited

  • 5/5 Mark T. 4 years ago on Google
    What's not to love about the zoo, for all ages? Been a long time since my last visit and I love what they've done to the place, on a par with the big overseas zoos, no question! πŸ˜ŽπŸ‘And I might add, very clean around the grounds and eating venues showing how diligent and caring grounds staff are at keeping it looking its best. πŸ‘ Go the meerkats! 😍

  • 4/5 Clare H. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely place to keep warm in winter! Popular spot, so a bit crowded, but the butterflies are many and delightful to watch.

  • 5/5 Trysha M. 5 years ago on Google
    So many beautiful butterflies.. wear a hat, they love landing on hats!!

  • 5/5 Eco F. 5 years ago on Google
    One of the most beautiful places in the Melbourne Zoo... my 2 years old daughter still taking talking about butterflies ... πŸ‘πŸ€©

  • 5/5 Helen K. 3 years ago on Google
    More butterflies than ever before!

  • 5/5 Chris 4 years ago on Google
    The warm enclosure was welcomed on this wintery day

  • 5/5 Mary T. 5 years ago on Google
    Exquisite, beautiful butterflies. Beware they may even land on you! Also it's very humid in their enclosure so be prepared.

  • 5/5 Phil W. 4 years ago on Google
    Such a beautiful place to go visit

  • 5/5 Joshua S. 3 years ago on Google
    Only downside is humidity. Wouldn't recommend to people with breathing difficulties as it can get quite stuffy.

  • 5/5 Mark L. 3 years ago on Google
    My daughter loved this place. Very busy but worth the visit

  • 5/5 Leigh H. 3 years ago on Google
    We were the only family in there for 20 min, the zoo keeper there was helpful and friendly.

  • 5/5 Muhammad a. 3 years ago on Google
    amazing!!!!!!!!!!

  • 5/5 Frederick F. 4 years ago on Google
    Love this place! Our favourite spot in the zoo

  • 4/5 Mark C. 4 years ago on Google
    Average food but would go back dumpling inside plaza much better

  • 5/5 Don D. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome place to visit with kids.

  • 5/5 Bruce K. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful

  • 5/5 Tony Q H. 4 years ago on Google
    Wonderful

  • 5/5 Ken N. 4 years ago on Google
    Sensational, must visit with kids

  • 5/5 Maitreya S. 4 years ago on Google
    Great variety of butterflies..it's a photographer's delight ...a must visit place which enhances d zoo experience manyfold

  • 5/5 Chris W. 4 years ago on Google
    Wonderfully peaceful even when full

  • 5/5 Nina B. 4 years ago on Google
    Nothing quite like a day at the zoo, such an important thimg to do with the kidsπŸ’œ

  • 5/5 Anna H. 4 years ago on Google
    Oh what a magic day we had with our cute 3 year old. Just as I remember it from my childhood but so much better loved it so much

  • 5/5 Andrea R. 4 years ago on Google
    Perfect place

  • 5/5 Luke w. 4 years ago on Google
    It was great minus the other 500 people in the little sweat box.

  • 5/5 Emwolb 4 years ago on Google
    Worth the annual membership for the family. Get in early to avoid the large crowds.

  • 5/5 Chris W. 4 years ago on Google
    must see at the zoo

  • 5/5 Fiona H. 4 years ago on Google
    A warm escape from the weather and stunning butterflies

  • 5/5 Steve M. 4 years ago on Google
    The kids all loved it. Very popular with everyone

  • 5/5 Joan J. 4 years ago on Google
    So beautiful

  • 5/5 brenda r. 4 years ago on Google
    So beautifull to see lovely atmosphere

  • 5/5 Melissa S. 4 years ago on Google
    We love this place

  • 4/5 Holly A. 4 years ago on Google
    Family trip to Melbourne had to include the butterfly house.The children were quite enchanted by these beautiful creatures.Wonderful colours,so gentle and delightful to see the looks on my Grandchildrens faces.

  • 5/5 Chrissie M. 4 years ago on Google
    Love the butterflies

  • 5/5 yaucheechoi p. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Play to delusion to go to the zoo (Original) ηŽ©εˆ°ε””ζƒ³θ΅°ε˜…ε‹•η‰©εœ’

  • 5/5 Christine J. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful

  • 5/5 Kaysia k. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing place to spend time with lovers, family and kids

  • 3/5 ma m. 4 years ago on Google
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  • 5/5 parveen k. 4 years ago on Google
    Kids friendly, fresh air, positive environment. Should be visited on bright sunny day. πŸ˜πŸ¦“πŸ…πŸ’πŸŒžπŸŒž

  • 5/5 Michelle W. 4 years ago on Google
    So much fun

  • 5/5 Roberto M. 4 years ago on Google
    Very cool butterfly

  • 4/5 Jessica J. 4 years ago on Google
    Wonderful place to sit and spend so time especially during winter. All the different species of butterflies are amazing and beautiful to what. And if you sit still and quite you may even have a butterfly land on you but remember don't touch just look

  • 4/5 Nina S. 4 years ago on Google
    Loved it. The butterflies were in full flute. Beautiful.

  • 5/5 Nina A. 4 years ago on Google
    So many beautiful butterfly. Amazing lovely looking creatures

  • 5/5 Mark E. 5 years ago on Google
    We had not been to The Melbourne Zoo for many years. It was amazing the transformation from back then to now. The themes for different areas gives the visitor a feeling of being closer to the country that the animal was originally from. The highlight for us was as always the simplicity of the butterfly house and the whole spectacle of that many wings flying around. Definitely a great spot to spend a day with the kids!

  • 5/5 ahmed m. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice

  • 5/5 Kyrilee B. 2 years ago on Google
    With restrictions of how many can go in, it made for a beautiful experience

  • 5/5 Kylie M. 2 years ago on Google
    Great set up and lots of beautiful butterflies, there's educatiibal slides at the end for the kids to look at and understand the development of the butterfly.

  • 5/5 D R. 3 years ago on Google
    I have never seen anything like this before. It is full of live beautiful butterflies. It is a must visit place.

  • 5/5 Paula M. 2 years ago on Google
    Peaceful butterfly enclosure at the Melbourne Zoo Great for every age

  • 5/5 Jed K. 2 years ago on Google
    Inside Melbourne Zoo, this is a great place to sit and just enjoy, if you sit or stand still long enough the butterflies will land on you, but please dont try and touch them with your fingers, let them come to you, very calming.

  • 5/5 Sarah L. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome experience! Love to see the life cycle of butterflies.

  • 5/5 Kylie U. 2 years ago on Google
    Hot place but gorgeous

  • 5/5 Morrie M. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome place to take the kids, great spot in winter as the place is temperature controlled and quite warm with nice humidity.

  • 5/5 Rob L. 3 years ago on Google
    A great exhibit with so many different and colourful species of butterfly. Well worth a visit for any age group, highlight is having some of these beautiful creatures land on you for a short while. A wonderful spectacle and full compliments to all staff involved.

  • 5/5 Deen A. 2 years ago on Google
    I’m European and from where I used to live I could have never imagined of seeing butterflies like these let along having such great variety. Truly beautiful!!!

  • 4/5 Andrew D. 2 years ago on Google
    Always an excellent exhibit with the beauty of nature in extremely colourful butterflys

  • 5/5 Rhiannon J. 2 years ago on Google
    A great experience to see various butterfly species. Not to touch as they can be harmed easily but to observe and learn.

  • 4/5 Sam D. 2 years ago on Google
    Wonderful place, best to walk through when not so busy. Stand still amongst the butterflies. Really calming for kids.

  • 5/5 James R. 2 years ago on Google
    The Melbourne Zoo Butterfly House was amazing. The kids loved it.

  • 5/5 Katie A. 2 years ago on Google
    Still a favourite since I was a kid. We took our 1yo and 3yo to the zoo for the first time, and the butterflies were a hit. Love how immersive it is for all ages and abilities.

  • 5/5 RED G. 2 years ago on Google
    Must watch amazing world

  • 5/5 Carla Edwards Fine Art P. 2 years ago on Google
    As a photographer what a great place to visit and spend time in. All images are on the DSLR so when I've processed some I'll share. Tip for the day ... Arrive when the zoo gates open and head straight there to avoid any queues that happen after 9.30am.

  • 5/5 Glynn M. 2 years ago on Google
    A constant Bevvy of beautiful butterflies.

  • 5/5 Sid B. 2 years ago on Google
    Just amazing....like a colourful wonderland !!

  • 5/5 Michelle H. 2 years ago on Google β€’ 4 reviews
    Butterfly πŸ¦‹ house at Melbourne zoo is a lovely experience, so many beautiful butterflies. The zoo grounds are well worth a visit, we had a fantastic day.

  • 5/5 Alwyn H. 2 years ago on Google
    My School (Alwyns Photo School Melbourne) runs regular workshops at Melbourne Zoo and the Butterfly House is always a highlight. I suggest getting a Zoo membership as it allows repeat visits at no extra cost

  • 5/5 Swati Boral A. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely experience in the butterflyπŸ¦‹ House. They can freely fly around and have a perfect environment for survival. Beautiful butterflies of 100s of different kinds. It's makes the full area so colourful. Please don't touch them.

  • 5/5 Tibor C. 1 year ago on Google
    Awesome, lots of butterflies to see, some will lokely land on you, great pic opportunities await

  • 5/5 Janet O. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely! Lots of photo opportunities & a range of beautifully coloured butterflies. They even land on you, if you keep really still!

  • 5/5 Barry Haiying S. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing butterflies of different species and various colors.

  • 5/5 Sandi 1 year ago on Google
    Observing the butterfly in their hothouse at the Zoo. They are such beautiful creatures. God is the truest Artist. Such detail in their wings and so fast.

  • 5/5 Redbird 1 year ago on Google
    A beautiful, peaceful experience. Loved it, and could have stayed in there all day if not for the crowds of people.

  • 4/5 Jack B. 1 year ago on Google
    The butterfly house was an amazing sight, and felt incredibly surreal, but somewhat suffered in terms of ambiance. That is, there were reminders not to touch the butterflies constantly being played over speakers, as well as on signs everywhere. Of course this is necessary to keep the butterflies safe, and makes sense, but does take away from the experience. Overall however, if you're at Melbourne Zoo, and don't have time to see everything, make sure to stop by before you go!

  • 5/5 William M. 1 year ago on Google
    Kid's loved this place looked around for a long time love the different colours and the day at the zoo.

  • 5/5 David C. 1 year ago on Google
    One of our go to places at Melbourne Zoo, a great education option to teach kids about the life cycle of butterflies

  • 5/5 Gavin D. 1 year ago on Google
    A must do activity at the zoo!

  • 5/5 Trudy H. 9 months ago on Google
    So many beautiful butterflies

  • 5/5 Jamie K. 8 months ago on Google
    Beautiful creatures, and a good place to stop and warm up on a chilly winters day at the zoo

  • 5/5 tabby h. 6 months ago on Google
    Gorgeous place to visit. So serene and well set out

  • 5/5 Matt S. 5 months ago on Google
    Warm environment as to be expected with this type of enclosure. The atmosphere in the house was breathtaking.

  • 5/5 Michelle W. 5 months ago on Google
    Beautiful experience being in the same space as so many butterflies. Many fantastic photo opportunities.


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