Yerevan Zoo Park
City zoo housing native and exotic species
Located in Yerevan, the city zoo houses a mix of native and exotic mammals and birds; families and school groups visit for animal exhibits, a small playground and park pathways.
Yerevan Zoo at a Glance#
Address: Yerevan Zoo, 20/1 Victory Bridge Road, Yerevan 0009, Armenia
Website: http://www.yerevanzoo.am/
Hours: Daily 10am-6pm
About Yerevan Zoo#
Yerevan Zoo is the principal zoological garden in Armenia, located in the capital city of Yerevan. The zoo was established in 1940 and has served as the country’s main public animal collection since that time.
The zoo’s enclosures present a mix of native and exotic species and include indoor and outdoor facilities for mammals, birds and reptiles. The site has undergone periodic renovations and upgrades to enclosures and visitor facilities in recent decades.
The zoo sits in central Yerevan near the Hrazdan River valley and adjacent green spaces, making it accessible from the city centre.
- Foundation and location: Founded in 1940, it is Armenia’s principal zoological collection and is sited close to the Hrazdan River gorge and nearby public parks.
How to Get to Yerevan Zoo#
Yerevan Zoo is a short taxi ride or a 20-30 minute walk from Republic Square in central Yerevan. Local buses and marshrutkas serve stops nearby; taxis are inexpensive and convenient for visitors carrying families or gear.
Tips for Visiting Yerevan Zoo#
- Combine a visit to the zoo with a walk up Victory Park (Haghtanak) for views over Yerevan and the Caucasus on clear days.
- Check the schedule for animal feedings or keeper talks - they are the best way to see activity from the larger mammals.
- Be prepared for basic facilities; the zoo has been modernizing but some enclosures and services remain simple.
Best Time to Visit Yerevan Zoo#
Spring and autumn are the most pleasant seasons for visiting; summers can be hot and winters cold with limited outdoor activity.
Weather & Climate near Yerevan Zoo#
Yerevan Zoo's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 29°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -8° - 1° | -6° | 18 mm | overcast | 60% | 1.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.5h |
| February | Poor | -7° - 3° | -5° | 23 mm | overcast | 55% | 1.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.5h |
| March | Acceptable | -2° - 8° | 1° | 28 mm | overcast | 50% | 1.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 4° - 16° | 9° | 39 mm | overcast | 50% | 2.0 m/s | 1.2 high | 13.1h |
| May | Good | 8° - 20° | 14° | 57 mm | overcast | 49% | 1.8 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.3h |
| June | Very Good | 12° - 25° | 19° | 45 mm | partly cloudy | 42% | 1.9 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.8h |
| July | Excellent | 16° - 29° | 22° | 24 mm | partly cloudy | 37% | 2.1 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.6h |
| August | Excellent | 15° - 29° | 22° | 17 mm | partly cloudy | 35% | 2.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.6h |
| September | Ideal | 11° - 25° | 18° | 14 mm | some cloud | 38% | 1.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 6° - 18° | 12° | 29 mm | partly cloudy | 48% | 1.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Good | 0° - 10° | 4° | 25 mm | partly cloudy | 54% | 1.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
| December | Poor | -5° - 4° | -2° | 18 mm | overcast | 61% | 1.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
