Covered Venues

Covered venues

The Old Elephant House

Relive the glory of this beautiful and historic building. The elephant stalls, studded doors, original high ceilings, drinking troughs and outdoor courtyard have been retained, along with mementos of earlier occupants.

With its large private courtyard, Auckland Zoo's Old Elephant House is a great venue for those wanting both indoor and outdoor areas.

Little Critters Birthday Party Cottages

Little Critters, with its brightly themed cottages in a magic garden setting, is the perfect place for your littlies' birthday celebrations.

A fun, stress-free and stimulating environment, you and your partygoers have the whole Zoo to explore and enjoy either before or after your party.

Click here to download details about the Little Critters Birthday Party Cottages (PDF 1.38Mb)

Darwin's Cafe

Cafe by day, fabulous function or banquet venue by night. Recently renovated, this historic building is a venue with great indoor-outdoor flow. Three separate but connecting areas include the themed central indoor cafe, surrounding covered veranda, and outdoor patio.

Darwin's is ideal for formal banquets, wedding receptions and cocktail parties, and is fully licensed.

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