Fodor's Expert Review Rio Zoo

West of Downtown Family

For children and others with an interest in seeing birds and beasts up close, Rio's city zoo makes for a diverting day out. Colorful native birds and a variety of South American monkeys are among the attractions; the "nursery" for baby animals and the reptile house are always popular with younger visitors. The zoo has received criticism for the somewhat small enclosures the larger animals—including lions and bears—endure, but conditions have improved in recent years, and an extensive refurbishment program is underway to improve facilities for animals and visitors alike.

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Quick Facts

Parque da Quinta da Boa Vista
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro  20940–040, Brazil

21-3878--4219

www.riozoo.com.br

Sight Details:
Rate Includes: R$20, Closed Mon.--Thurs.

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