Parque Zoológico Nacional Simón Bolívar
Verified against live sources on August 20, 2026
Parque Zoológico Nacional Simón Bolívar is Costa Rica's oldest zoo and botanical garden, operating in Barrio Amón since 1921. Most of its roughly 300 animals are rescued, injured, or orphaned wildlife undergoing rehabilitation rather than animals bred for display. The site also runs an on-site veterinary clinic and school education programs.
Contact and links
- Location: Avenida 11, Calle 3 Bis, Barrio Amón, San José, Costa Rica
- Directions: Google Maps · Waze
- Phone: +506 2256 0012
Where to find it
Approximate location. Parque Zoológico Nacional Simón Bolívar serves the San José area; contact them for the exact spot.
- zoo
- botanical garden
- barrio amon
- wildlife rescue