All zoos to visit in Brazil

Experience the wonders of wildlife at 22 zoos in Brazil. These zoos provide a home for various animal species and offer educational programs on animal conservation.

Are you an animal lover looking for a fun day out? Here are the top zoos in Brazil:

  1. São Paulo Zoo1

    São Paulo Zoo

     São Paulo
    The São Paulo Zoo, located south of the city of São Paulo, is the largest zoo in Brazil. It spans an impressive 82.45 hectares, a space that was originally part of the Atlantic Forest. This vast area allows the zoo to house a diverse range of animals in enclosures that replicate their natural habitats, providing visitors with an immersive and educational experience.
  2. BioPark of Rio2

    BioPark of Rio

     Rio de Janeiro
    In 2019, the park underwent a significant transformation. It was closed to the public to allow for extensive renovations and the inauguration of a new project, the BioParque do Rio. This renovation aimed to enhance the visitor experience and provide a more immersive and educational environment for understanding and appreciating wildlife.
  3. Museu Paraense Emílio Goeldi3

    Museu Paraense Emílio Goeldi

     Belém
    The Museu Paraense Emílio Goeldi promotes science through various facilities. It houses a natural history museum, a botanical garden, and a zoological park. Additionally, the museum manages a scientific research station in the Amazon forest, known as the Estação Científica Ferreira Penna. These facilities offer a comprehensive insight into the biodiversity of the Amazon basin.
  4. Salvador Zoo and Botanical Park4

    Salvador Zoo and Botanical Park

     Salvador
    The Salvador Zoo and Botanical Park, also known as Getúlio Vargas Zoobotanical Park, is a significant attraction located in Salvador, the capital of the state of Bahia. This location makes it easily accessible for tourists visiting the city and offers a unique opportunity to explore the local flora and fauna.
  5. Bosque Rodrigues Alves5

    Bosque Rodrigues Alves

     Belém
    The Bosque Rodrigues Alves, officially known as Jardim Botânico da Amazônia, is a botanical garden situated in Belém, the capital city of the Brazilian state of Pará. This garden is a significant part of the city's history and offers a unique opportunity to explore the diverse flora of the Amazon.
  6. Zoological Park and Botanical Garden6

    Zoological Park and Botanical Garden

     Belo Horizonte
    The park spans an impressive area of 1 million and 750 thousand square meters, with 600 thousand square meters dedicated to the preservation of cerrado, a type of savanna ecosystem. Since 1959, the park has been home to the city's zoo, making it a significant part of Belo Horizonte's natural heritage.
  7. Parque do Sabiá7

    Parque do Sabiá

     Uberlândia
    Parque do Sabiá is a municipal park and zoo situated in the East Zone of Uberlândia, Minas Gerais. The park spans an impressive 1.8 million square meters, making it a vast green space for visitors to explore. It is accessible from both the Tibery and Santa Mônica neighborhoods, ensuring easy access for tourists.
  8. Museum of Natural Sciences of the Rio Grande do Sul Zoobotanical Foundation8

    Museum of Natural Sciences of the Rio Grande do Sul Zoobotanical Foundation

     Porto Alegre
    The Museum of Natural Sciences of the Rio Grande do Sul Zoobotanical Foundation is a unique Brazilian museum nestled within the Botanical Garden of Porto Alegre. This location offers visitors the opportunity to explore both the museum's exhibits and the surrounding botanical garden, providing a comprehensive experience of the region's natural history and biodiversity.
  9. Zoo Safári9

    Zoo Safári

     São Paulo
    One of the unique features of Zoo Safári is the opportunity it provides for visitors to interact with the animals, most of which are free-roaming, from the comfort of their cars. This offers a unique and immersive experience, allowing visitors to get up close with the animals in a safe and controlled environment.
  10. Brasilia Zoo10

    Brasilia Zoo

     Candangolândia
    The Brasília Zoo places a strong emphasis on environmental education, conservation, and the preservation of Brazilian fauna. The zoo operates under the supervision of the state Secretariat for the Environment (Secretaria de Estado de Meio Ambiente do DF (SEMA)), ensuring that all activities align with environmental best practices and conservation efforts.
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    Bioparque Amazônia

     Belém
    The park offers a variety of activities for visitors. These include contemplative tourism of wild animals, ecotourism, research, and environmental education. This makes it a great destination for those interested in nature and wildlife.
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    Orquidário Municipal de Santos

     Santos
    The Orquidário Municipal de Santos, inaugurated in 1945, is a zoobotanical park that spans 22,240m². It combines the beauty of well-maintained gardens with the raw appeal of natural forests, providing a unique experience for visitors.
  13. Park Zoo Sapucaia do Sul13

    Park Zoo Sapucaia do Sul

     Sapucaia do Sul
    The Park Zoo Sapucaia do Sul is situated at stop 41 of BR-116, in the city of Sapucaia do Sul, in the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul. This location makes it easily accessible for tourists traveling through the region.
  14. Zoológico Municipal de Guarulhos14

    Zoológico Municipal de Guarulhos

     Guarulhos
    The Zoológico Municipal de Guarulhos, established in 1982, is home to more than 400 animals from 100 different species. The zoo spans an area of 70,000 m², providing ample space for the animals and a vast area for visitors to explore. The variety of species and the large area make it an interesting destination for tourists interested in wildlife.
  15. São Carlos Ecological Park15

    São Carlos Ecological Park

     São Carlos
    The Dr. Antônio Teixeira Vianna Ecological Park is situated in the city of São Carlos, São Paulo, and is conveniently located next to the Federal University of São Carlos. This makes it easily accessible for tourists visiting the area, and provides an opportunity to explore the local flora and fauna.
  16. Bauru Zoo16

    Bauru Zoo

     Bauru
    The Bauru Municipal Zoo, located in Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil, is a public zoo that has gained recognition for its efforts in preserving Brazilian fauna. This commitment to conservation makes it a unique destination for those interested in wildlife and environmental preservation.
  17. Estoril - Zoológico17

    Estoril - Zoológico

     São Bernardo do Campo
    The Estoril Natural Park, located in São Bernardo do Campo, is a significant conservation unit of the Atlantic Forest, the Billings Reservoir, and wildlife. The park spans an impressive area of about 373,000 m², with over 90% of its area dedicated to a preserved fragment of the Atlantic Forest. The park's primary objectives include the preservation of fauna and flora, protection of the water source, environmental education, ecotourism, and the enhancement of local ecological knowledge.
  18. Zoo And Botanical Park Teresina18

    Zoo And Botanical Park Teresina

     Teresina
    The Bioparque Zoobotânico do Piauí is a significant area dedicated to the protection and conservation of various species of fauna and flora. It is located in the city of Teresina, the capital of Piauí. This location makes it easily accessible for tourists visiting the city and provides a unique opportunity to explore the rich biodiversity of the region.
  19. Zoo Botanical Park Dois Irmãos19

    Zoo Botanical Park Dois Irmãos

     Recife
    Dois Irmãos State Park, also known as PEDI, is a unique combination of a park, zoo, and a conservation unit for the Atlantic Forest. It is situated in Recife, PE. The park spans over an impressive area of 1158.42 hectares, out of which 14 hectares are dedicated to the zoo. This vast expanse offers a diverse range of flora and fauna for visitors to explore and appreciate.
  20. Parque Arruda Câmara20

    Parque Arruda Câmara

     João Pessoa
    The Parque Zoobotânico Arruda Câmara, also known as Bica due to a natural potable water source at its center, is a zoo botanical garden located in João Pessoa, Paraíba. It covers an area of 26.8 hectares and is considered an oasis in the middle of the city. This park is a true ecological sanctuary nestled in the center of the Paraíba capital.
  21. Museu Biológico Instituto Butantan21

    Museu Biológico Instituto Butantan

     São Paulo
    The Butantan Institute Museum, located in São Paulo, is a unique institution dedicated to scientific research. It is particularly known for its live displays of various species, including snakes, lizards, spiders, and scorpions. This provides a unique opportunity for visitors to observe these creatures up close in a safe and controlled environment.
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    Pantanal Biopark

     Campo Grande
    The Pantanal Aquarium, also known as the Pantanal Biopark, is a significant attraction located in Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul. This impressive facility was officially opened to the public on March 28, 2022.