La Paz Zoo

The zoo features a number of animals that are native to Bolivia including llamas, alpaca, foxes, jaguars, condors, vultures, monkeys, parrots, snakes and many other species. You'll also find non-native animals such as the African lion.

One of the zoo's main attraction is it's gigantic condor dome cage, which can be seen from a distance. The zoo also features the Spectacled Bear or known as the Andean Bear, which is the only species of bear found in South America.

photo: The Condor dome cage at the La Paz Zoo

photo: The rare Spectacled Bear, also known as the Andean Bear

The La Paz Zoo is popular among the local families on the weekends for which they come to see the animals, play soccer in the park or to have a picnic. The zoo is open 7 days a week from 10am-6pm and costs 3.50 bolivianos for adults and 1.50 bolivianos for children.

Nearby Attractions

A visit to the zoo can be combined with a visit to Moon Valley or if you enjoy hiking, try a hike up to the large rock formation known as the "Devil’s Molar", which can be seen from the zoo.