Zoological Garden of Monaco — Zoo in Fontvieille

Zoological Garden of Monaco and its collection

Zoological Garden of Monaco, opened in 1954, is a zoo in Monaco, Monaco.

Prince Rainier III set it up in 1954 on one hectare arranged over four terraces on the Rock. It holds close to 300 animals of some 60 species. No animal was bought: all arrived as gifts, from circuses, as abandoned rescues or through customs seizures.

Animals and collection

Animals on show include oiseaux exotiques, tortues, caïmans, hippopotame and reptiles.

What the venue says

• On-site food and drink options inside the small zoo grounds are generally limited or absent, though numerous cafes, restaurants, and shops are steps away in the surrounding Fontvieille harbor area
• Le Jardin Animalier est construit à flanc de rocher (petites pentes et montées) mais le parcours de visite est entièrement accessible en fauteuil roulant.
• Parcours et toilettes adaptés aux personnes à mobilité réduite.