About Riga Zoo

The Riga Zoo was established on 14 October, 1912. Riga Zoo is a bona fide member of the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA). The zoo has an animal feeding show, which is quite an attraction for visitors. If you are visiting Riga with your kids, the zoo should definitely be at the top of your itinerary. The Riga Zoo is spread across approximately 20 hectares and houses around 3000 animals. It is a nice place to visit and enjoy with family and friends.

Must See

  • Tropical house is a must go! They have giraffes, polar bears, camels, lions, and tigers.
  • The zoo houses a wide variety of animals and birds.

How to reach

It is 7.6 km away from the Riga City Center.

You can take a tram or a bus to reach the zoo.

The most convenient way would be to take the 11th tram from the center of Riga.

You can also take bus 9 from the center of Riga.

Tram or Bus Fare: 1.12 Euros for 1 km. 

Tips

  • Visit the zoo in the morning as the animals are most active in the first part of the day.
  • During the summer (June, July, August), from 11.30 a.m. to 2.15 p.m., visitors have an opportunity to see animal feeding shows.
  • Take refreshments along as it is a vast area to cover and children might get thirsty and hungry.
  • Cameras are allowed inside.
  • Arrive early to avoid the rush.
  • Wear comfortable shoes as there is much to explore.
  • The quieter you will be, the more you will see and hear.

Visit Time

Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Monday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

You may have to wait in a queue to buy tickets and get through security check.

 

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Entrance Fee

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Adults: 7 Euro

Children (4-18), Seniors (70 +, identification required) and students (identification required):  5 Euro

Family ticket (2 adults+ 2-3 children):  20 Euro

Groups of 10 people or more: 6 Euro, per person.

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Time you can spend

3 hours

 

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Weather

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