description Lisbon Zoo Overview
Lisbon Zoo, formally the Zoological Garden of Lisbon, is a zoological park in Portugal’s capital. Founded in 1884, it was the first institution of its kind on the Iberian Peninsula and later moved to its present site at Sete Rios. The zoo maintains animals from numerous regions and combines conventional exhibits with educational and conservation work; a cable car provides an elevated route across part of the grounds.
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How old is the Lisbon Zoo?
The Jardim Zoológico de Lisboa was founded in 1884, making it the first zoo on the Iberian Peninsula. It relocated to its present site at Sete Rios in the early 20th century, a move commonly dated to 1905.
How do I get to Lisbon Zoo by public transport?
The zoo sits right next to the Jardim Zoológico station on Lisbon's Blue metro line, which is directly connected to the Sete Rios train and bus terminal. From central Lisbon the metro ride takes only about 10 minutes.
What are the highlights at the Lisbon Zoo?
A cable car carries visitors across the park, giving views over the enclosures, and the zoo is also known for its dolphin presentations at the dolphinarium. The collection spans animals from Africa, Asia, and the Americas arranged across the grounds.
Does the Lisbon Zoo do conservation work?
The zoo participates in coordinated European breeding programmes for threatened species, working within the framework of organizations such as EAZA. Founded in 1884, it has long been Portugal's flagship zoological institution for both education and species management.
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