Zoológico Villa Dolores

Zoológico Villa Dolores, also known as the Jardín Zoológico Municipal Parque Pereira Rossell, is one of Uruguay's oldest zoological institutions, established in 1894 and donated to the municipality of Montevideo in 1919. Located in the Villa Dolores neighborhood of Montevideo, the zoo is part of the city's integrated departmental park and educational system. It is particularly noted for its jaguar exhibits and dedicated programming such as Día del Jaguar, which raises awareness about this endangered species. The zoo also features strong environmental education initiatives, including ornithology programs focusing on native Uruguayan bird species. With scheduled visiting hours and educational activities for all ages, Zoológico Villa Dolores offers an accessible and historically significant wildlife experience in Uruguay's capital city.