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Rio de Janeiro Zoo

Rio Zoo

The Rio Zoo, known as Jardim Zoológico, is part of a complex located near the Quinta da Boa Vista Park and Rio’s National Museum/UFRJ. You can choose to visit just the Zoo or make it a “jam packed” ...more »

  • Location: São Cristovão
  • Type: Zoo
  • Tel: +55 (21) 3878-4200

Our Local Experts say:

Interested in studying the behavior of wild life as they attempt to impress potential mates, bask in the sun or sway to Rio’s rhythms . . . No, we are not talking about Cariocas at the beach or at one of Rio’s hot nightclubs – we mean the Zoo!

Seriously, if you are into zoos, the Rio Zoo or Jardim Zoológico, is a pretty cool place. There are over 2000 different animals and the surrounding park provides a bonus. The grounds adjacent to the zoo include the Quinta da Boa Vista Park and Rio's National Museum-UFRJ. It makes for a great day of fun, history and relaxation.

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