AQUARIUMS VENEZUELA

Zoo Aquarium de Valencia is the largest aquarium in Venezuela, located in the city of Valencia in Carabobo State. The multi-faceted facility combines an aquarium, a zoo, an aviary, a serpentarium, and a contact farm, offering visitors an immersive encounter with the country's rich biodiversity. Exhibits feature hundreds of freshwater and marine species native to Venezuela alongside terrestrial wildlife including jaguars, pumas, eagles, monkeys, and more. The aquarium gained international recognition for its pioneering work with Amazon river dolphins, achieving the first-ever captive breeding of the species in 2000. With over 47 years of experience, the institution remains committed to wildlife conservation, environmental education, and scientific research, making it an important cultural and educational landmark for families throughout the region.

Aquarium Jardin Park, also known as Parque Jardín Acuario, is a public aquarium and garden attraction located on Avenida Andrés Bello in Mérida, Venezuela. Open since 1971 and drawing approximately 60,000 visitors annually, the park showcases over 300 native and foreign aquatic species found in Venezuela's rivers, lakes, and coastal waters, as well as other regions of the world. Three main exhibit areas guide visitors through a fascinating exploration of freshwater and marine life. Beyond the aquarium, the park incorporates elements of local culture and folklore from the Mérida region, offering an educational and culturally enriching experience. A prominent trout statue at the entrance celebrates the importance of this fish to Andean gastronomy. Regional handicrafts and artisan souvenirs are available, making Aquarium Jardin Park a well-rounded family-friendly destination in Venezuela's Andean highlands.