The Riyadh Zoo is one of the tourism destinations in Saudi Arabia that visitors frequently visit, and it is considered one of the most important zoos in the Arab world because it contains 164 species of animals and birds, some of which are endangered animals.
The Riyadh Zoo is located in the Al-Malaz neighborhood in the heart of the city of Riyadh in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and extends over an area of 161 thousand meters.
And the park is distinguished for its containment not only of animals but also contains green areas and various types of trees and roses, which made it one of the most beautiful gardens in Riyadh.
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Activities you can do in the Riyadh Zoo
• Enjoy watching more than 1300 animals in the zoo in Riyadh, which is a variety of animals between wild animals such as leopards and tigers and forest animals such as monkeys and pets such as goats and amphibious and marine animals such as ostriches and pelicans and reptiles such as crocodiles in addition to birds
• As the zoo in Riyadh has large areas of greenery, it is suitable for family or youthful picnics to relax and spend quality and enjoyable time.
• The Riyadh Zoo also provides carriages for those who want to take a tour around the entire park and learn about all the animals, trees, green and other things it contains, an enjoyable and unique experience that your children may also like to try.
• For your children, inside the Riyadh Zoo, you will also find a garden for children’s games, which gives your children the opportunity to have fun while watching the animals.
• It is also worth noting that the Riyadh Zoo contains a number of kiosks that buy foods and light drinks and restaurants that offer many dishes and drinks. This is in addition to the stores that sell many products, especially souvenirs.
The zoo dates in Riyadh
Friday to families from after Friday prayers to Morocco
Saturday for families from 9 am to Morocco
Monday – Thursday 08:30 AM – 12:00 / 01:00 – Morocco
Prices of entry to the zoo in Riyadh
For top 10 riyals
For children 5 riyals
Hotels near Riyadh Zoo
Riyadh Marriott Hotel, one of the best 5-star hotels in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is 2.7 km from the Riyadh Zoo.
Reviews of Arab visitors at the hotel
Most of the Arab visitors rated it good for room cleanliness and reception staff cooperation.
Holiday Inn Al-Maidan, one of the best 5-star hotels in Saudi Arabia in Riyadh, is 4.6 km from the Riyadh Zoo.
Reviews of Arab visitors at the hotel
Most of the Arab visitors gave him a very good evaluation of the hygiene and variety of the food. Some mentioned a lack of services.
Riyadh Zoo website
