Jardín Zoológico y Botánico de La Plata, La Plata

Name: Jardín Zoológico y Botánico de La Plata
Address: La Plata, Argentina

#16 among attractions in La Plata

Zoo, Aquarium

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The Zoological and Botanical Garden of La Plata is located on the Paseo del Bosque in the city of La Plata, capital of the province of Buenos Aires, Argentina. With its 17 hectares of surface, it is the second largest state zoo in the country after that of the City of Buenos Aires. The average number of visitors per year is around 250 thousand people. It has 122 species, of which 42 are mammals, 62 are birds, 17 are reptiles and one is an amphibian.

Coordinates: 34°54'26"S, 57°56'13"W

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Day trips

Jardín Zoológico y Botánico de La Plata – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: La Plata Museum, Cathedral of La Plata, Casa Curutchet, Estadio Jorge Luis Hirschi.

~820 ftSE
19th-century museum of natural history
La Plata Museum, La Plata
4 min walk • The La Plata Museum, nestled in the heart of La Plata, Argentina, is a beacon of culture and natural history in this bustling city. Established in 1888, the museum is housed in a stunning neo-Gothic building that is as much a work of art as the treasures it contains.
1.5 miSW
Soaring, Neo-Gothic place of worship
Cathedral of La Plata, La Plata
40 min walk • The Cathedral of La Plata, officially known as the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, is a towering beacon of faith and a masterpiece of neo-Gothic architecture in the city of La Plata, Argentina. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the cathedral stands as the principal...
0.4 miSW
Modern residence by famous architect
Casa Curutchet, La Plata
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of La Plata, Argentina, Casa Curutchet is a remarkable architectural gem that beckons fans of modern design. This unique house-museum stands as a testament to the innovative vision of the legendary Swiss-French architect Le Corbusier.
~1800 ftS
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Football
Estadio Jorge Luis Hirschi, La Plata
9 min walk • The Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium is a football stadium located in the city of La Plata, Argentina. With a seat capacity of 35,530, the stadium is the home field of club Estudiantes de La Plata.
1.3 miSW
Architecture, City hall
La Plata City Hall, La Plata
33 min walk • La Plata City Hall is the executive seat of government of the city of La Plata, the capital of Buenos Aires Province, Argentina.
1.1 miSW
Concerts and shows, Concert hall, Theater
Teatro Argentino de La Plata, La Plata
28 min walk • The Teatro Argentino de La Plata is the second most important lyric opera house in Argentina, after the Teatro Colón in Buenos Aires. The theatre is located in a central block of the city of La Plata, the capital of Buenos Aires Province.
~1430 ftSE
Observatories and planetariums
La Plata Astronomical Observatory, La Plata
7 min walk • The La Plata Astronomical Observatory is an observatory located in the city of La Plata, capital of the province of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Its IAU code is 839.
0.8 miSW
34°54'50"S • 57°56'51"W
Museo Provincial de Bellas Artes Emilio Pettoruti, La Plata
20 min walk • Museum, Art museum
1.4 miSW
Museum, History museum
Museo y Archivo Dardo Rocha, La Plata
37 min walk • The Dardo Rocha Museum and Archive, located at 935 50th Street in the city of La Plata, was created on October 30, 1948 when Law No. 5336 was passed, promulgated by Decree No. 27,365 of November 13, 1948, which created the Dardo Rocha Museum and...
1.4 miSW
Park
Plaza Moreno, La Plata
36 min walk • Moreno Square is located in the city of La Plata, Province of Buenos Aires, Republic of Argentina. It is located between 50th, 54th, 12th and 14th streets.
0.9 miSW
34°54'51"S • 57°56'59"W
Museo de Arte Contemporaneo Latinoamericano, La Plata
23 min walk • Museum, Art museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Jardín Zoológico y Botánico de La Plata?

Nearby attractions include La Plata Museum, La Plata (4 min walk), La Plata Astronomical Observatory, La Plata (7 min walk), Casa Curutchet, La Plata (11 min walk), National Technological University – La Plata Regional Faculty, La Plata (17 min walk).

How to get to Jardín Zoológico y Botánico de La Plata by public transport?

The nearest stations to Jardín Zoológico y Botánico de La Plata:

Bus

Escuela Anexa • Lines: LUx60, LUx60P, LUxD79, LUxD79P (5 min walk)
Paseo del Bosque • Lines: CityBus La Plata (5 min walk)

Light rail

Informática • Lines: Tu (7 min walk)
Arquitectura • Lines: Tu (10 min walk)

Train

La Plata (19 min walk)