La Plata Zoo and Botanical Garden

The Jardín Zoológico y Botánico de La Plata is a municipal facility that combines animal displays and plant collections across organized grounds. The grounds house native Argentine animals alongside international species, with different garden sections dedicated to various plant types.

The institution was founded in 1903 as one of South America's earliest zoos, beginning with approaches that prioritized animal welfare. From its opening, it worked to establish standards for how animals were cared for and displayed across the continent.

The space serves as a meeting point where people of all ages observe native Argentine animals in settings surrounded by local plant life. Visitors notice how the gardens organize nature in ways that help explain ecological relationships.

The grounds are easy to navigate on foot with clear pathways connecting all areas. Visitors can find rest spots and directional markers throughout to help with orientation.

The facility links animal exhibits with botanical education in a way that most zoos keep separate, showing visitors the practical connections between fauna and flora. This integration makes clear that understanding one requires knowing about the other.

Location: La Plata

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10:00-18:00; Saturday-Sunday 10:00-19:00

GPS coordinates: -34.90688,-57.93646

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:05