Chapultepec Zoo, Mexico City's oldest zoo, is home to over 200 species, including endangered ones, and offers a glimpse into Mexico's diverse wildlife.
Currency
MXN ($)
Best time to visit
November to February
Languages
Spanish
Coordinates
19.433°, -99.183°
Key facts
1It's the largest zoo in Latin America, spanning over 17 hectares.
2The zoo is home to the only giant pandas in Mexico.
3It has a successful breeding program for endangered species like the Mexican wolf.
Timeline
1923: The zoo was founded as part of the Chapultepec Park.
1963: It became the first zoo in Latin America to have a gorilla birth.
1980s: The zoo underwent major renovations to improve animal habitats.
