Yerevan Zoo

The Yerevan Zoo invariably leaves a lot of positive emotions in both children and adults.

General information

The history of the zoo in Yerevan began in 1941. There weren't as many animals here then as there are today, but the park staff and the city administration were actively involved in creating this space. During the war years, life was difficult for many, but the zoo continued to be funded, with funds allocated directly from Moscow. With great difficulty, the zoo survived the martial law without critical losses.

In the early years of the zoo's existence in Yerevan, no more than 200 representatives of various species lived here, today this number has already exceeded the mark of 2000 and continues to grow constantly. The animals feel very well here, they are constantly cared for and veterinary control is carried out. It is not recommended to bring treats with you, in order not to spoil the diet of the locals.

The entrance to the zoo is marked by a large stone arch, guarded by a lion. Further, on both sides you can see the ticket offices where tickets are sold. The prices here are very affordable, an adult ticket is slightly more expensive than a child's ticket. The Yerevan Zoo is open daily from 10 a.m. With small children, it is best to walk here on weekdays, in the morning, while it is not very hot outside and the zoo is not too crowded. Walking further from the ticket offices, you can see a large glass-enclosed enclosure with brown bears. Excellent conditions have been created for animals, they have enough water for regular bathing, there are places for games, relaxation and privacy. It is very exciting to watch their measured life or funny games.

In another large enclosure, red spotted deer can be seen gracefully pacing their territory. There are other artiodactyls here, all of them walking around their stalls waiting for feeding time. The local giants, hippos and elephants, evoke vivid emotions in the public. Both exist in their own separate worlds, and you can look at them closely enough if you want, but you can't touch or feed them, of course.

There are also many birds in the Yerevan Zoo, as well as a large settlement of primates. A lot of people always gather to watch monkeys feed. Their favorite treat is fresh fruit. They eat very actively, screaming, jumping, taking away the best pieces from each other. It is interesting and pleasant to move around the park, visitors note the clean and well-groomed territory. There are many interesting trees and shrubs in the park, as well as flowerbeds. Benches are set up in the shade of the spreading trees for those who are tired during a walk. There are small cafes with ice cream and soft drinks on site. For the youngest guests there are carousels and a steam train, you won't get bored here.

Yerevan Zoo is a great place for family holidays. Its diverse inhabitants live here surrounded by care, which is very valuable and important.