The ArRiyadh Zoo is a recreational place for
all residents and visitors. It is one of the most popular leisure facilities in
Riyadh. The Zoo, first formed in 1957, was originally a small scale affair,
consisting animals presented as gift to the first three kings of the kingdom.
The existence of the park in the city center as is the case
for zoos in many cities (such as London, Berlin, Zurich ... etc.) make them
enjoy all the city services available, such as lighting, water and sanitation
as well as easy access.
Rennovation and re-development of the Zoo
In line with the government's plan good attention Custodian
of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud may God keep him
working to find an outlet for citizens appointed to eliminate their leisure
time and the guidance of His Royal Highness Prince Salman Bin Abdul Aziz
Al-Saud, the Emir of Riyadh region has been the renovation and development of
the zoo in Riyadh On its old has been opened to the public on Sunday, 22 Rajab
1407 H.
Location:
The park is located in the Malaz area, east of Al-Ahsa
Street and North Street Musab bin Amir.
Total area: 161,000 Sq. Mtrs
Mandarin-Duck
Ticket prices
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Adults SR10
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Kids SR5
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School trips SR2
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The price to ride train is SR2
Website Address: www.zoo.com.sa
Interesting Facts:
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Titles
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Numbers
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Green Spaces
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41,970 m²
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Ground Covering
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308 sq. m
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Basins Flowers
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2,533
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Palm
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187
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Trees
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1,359
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Shrubs
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1,100
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Chimpanzee
Giraffe
Asiatic-Elephant
Oryx-Beisa
Facilities available for the Visitors
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Restaurant
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Rest room for men and women
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Parking to accommodate approximately 500 cars
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Tea Kiosk, shops selling gifts and snacks
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Toilets for men and women
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Children playgrounds
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Train
Animals Photo Gallery
http://www.zoo.com.sa/riyadhzoo/Gallery.aspx
ArRiyadh Zoo Timings:
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Days
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Morning
(8:30 am to 12:00 pm)
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Evening
(1:00 pm till Maghrib
Prayer)
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Saturday
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Closed for maintenance
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Closed for maintenance
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Sunday
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School Boys
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Men
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Monday
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School Girls
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Ladies
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Tuesday
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School Boys
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Families
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Wednesday
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School Girls
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Families
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Thursday
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From 9:00 am to
Maghrib Prayer
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Friday
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After Jummah to
Maghrib Prayer
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For Reservation:
You can do online reservation by visiting this webpage:
http://www.zoo.com.sa/riyadhzoo/PlanVisit.aspx
Zoo Interactive Map:
To view online Zoo Interactive map, click on this link:
http://www.zoo.com.sa/riyadhzoo/map/zoo_mapF-ara.swf
ArRiyadh Zoo Postal Address and Contact:
ArRiyadh Zoo
Riyadh (Malaz - Ihssa Street)
P.O Box: 27055
Postal Code: 11417
KSA
Phone: +966 1 4779523
Fax: +966 1 4793968
E-Mail: info@zoo.com.sa
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