Riga Zoo, Urban zoo in Mežaparks district, Riga, Latvia
The facility extends over 20 hectares near Ķīšezers lake, containing 4000 animals from 500 different species in naturalistic enclosures and themed geographic zones.
Established in 1908 and opened in 1912 with 267 animals, the zoo persisted through both World Wars and evolved into a leading wildlife center in Northern Europe.
The zoo maintains strong connections with local schools through educational programs focusing on Latvia's native wildlife and global conservation initiatives.
Visitors can access the zoo throughout all seasons, with peak attendance during summer months when special exhibitions and outdoor activities increase.
The facility leads research expeditions to Vietnam, resulting in the discovery of ten new insect species and contributing to international entomological knowledge.
Location: Riga
Inception: October 14, 1912
Phone: +37167518409
Email: info@rigazoo.lv
Website: http://rigazoo.lv
GPS coordinates: 57.00670,24.16000
Latest update: March 12, 2025 20:38
Poruka iela 10
331 m
Savrupmāja
330 m
Ezermalas iela 38
405 m
Cimzes iela 2
464 m
Ezermalas iela 61
314 m
Cimzes iela 1
434 m
Viļa Olava iela 12
274 m
Cimzes iela 3
458 m
Ezermalas iela 59
358 m
Meža prospekts 8
158 m
Poruka iela 16
236 m
Poruka iela 15
336 m
Meža prospekts 14
54 m
Siguldas prospekts 1
94 m
Meža prospekts 2
263 m
Meža prospekts 4
228 m
Viļa Olava iela 6
166 m
Meža prospekts 16
64 m
Poruka iela 17
313 m
Poruka iela 18
191 m
Poruka iela 23
232 m
Siguldas prospekts 10
244 m
Poruka iela 14
275 m
Siguldas prospekts 5
164 m
Viļa Olava iela 11
377 m
Ezermalas iela 57
386 m
Viļa Olava iela 3
242 m
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