"Located just north of downtown in leafy Parkville, this zoo offers close encounters with wildlife through its animal experiences program, which for an additional fee allows meet-and-greets with koalas, kangaroos, seals, and giraffes. Guests can also book overnight camping trips, before- or after-hours access, and behind-the-scenes tours to get a deeper look at its naturalistic habitats." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeared in print or online for Travel + Leisure, Time, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, and many more. You'll usually find her in an airport. If you do see her there, please say hello. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines