Park of Legends

About Park of Legends

Parque de las Leyendas is a major metropolitan zoo in Lima, Peru. Its official website identifies it as a zoological park integrated with cultural and natural heritage elements. The park occupies part of the Maranga complex, an area of significant archaeological importance. It functions as a combined facility where zoological exhibition intersects with botanical collections, museum spaces, and archaeological preservation. The park represents an attempt to consolidate wildlife conservation with public education about Peru's diverse ecosystems and pre-Columbian history within a single metropolitan destination. Open daily, generally 09:00-17:00; ticket office and animal zones stop admission before closing. Main zoo, archaeological and botanical routes have ramps and accessible toilets, though the large site includes long distances and uneven side paths. Open daily, generally 09:00-17:00; ticket office and animal zones stop admission before closing. Base adult admission is PEN 15; concessions and special products follow the operator tariff. Accessibility is YES: Main zoo, archaeological and botanical routes have ramps and accessible toilets, though the large site includes long distances and uneven side paths. Use Avenida Parque de las Leyendas 580, San Miguel. Buses on Avenida La Marina and taxi/ride-hailing serve the main gate. Dated closures, weather, ceremonies, military operations or operator notices can replace ordinary access. Transport, optional tours, commercial activities

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What's inside

The park contains multiple distinct components beyond its zoological core. Botanical collections are maintained on site. Museums provide additional visitor experiences. Archaeological elements within the Maranga complex are incorporated into the park's fabric. The official website indicates these various facilities operate under unified management. The Wikipedia entry confirms the coexistence of zoo functions with these cultural and natural attractions. Base adult admission is PEN 15; concessions and special products follow the operator tariff. Use Avenida Parque de las Leyendas 580, San Miguel. Buses on Avenida La Marina and taxi/ride-hailing serve the main gate.

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How long to spend

Visitor time requirements would depend on individual interest in the park's multiple components: zoological exhibits, botanical collections, museums, and archaeological features. A thorough visit encompassing all elements could reasonably extend across several hours. Casual zoo-only visits might require less time. Personal pacing and seasonal factors would influence actual duration. Visitors should assess their own priorities among the available attractions and plan accordingly without predetermined guidance from these limited sources. Its value becomes clearer when the stop is compared with the surrounding streets and the other ranked places nearby. Accessibility is YES: Main zoo, archaeological and botanical routes have ramps and accessible toilets, though the large site includes long distances and uneven side paths.

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Season and crowds

Open daily, generally 09:00-17:00; ticket office and animal zones stop admission before closing. Worship, weather, restoration and events can replace ordinary access. Use Avenida Parque de las Leyendas 580, San Miguel. Buses on Avenida La Marina and taxi/ride-hailing serve the main gate.

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Tickets

Base adult admission is PEN 15; concessions and special products follow the operator tariff. The base amount and currency follow the operator tariff; premium products and separate institutions remain excluded unless named. Dated closures, weather, ceremonies, military operations or operator notices can replace ordinary access.

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Getting there

Use Avenida Parque de las Leyendas 580, San Miguel. Buses on Avenida La Marina and taxi/ride-hailing serve the main gate. Use the named entrance or stop because hills, security and historic streets change the approach. Transport, optional tours, commercial activities and separately ticketed programmes remain excluded unless stated.

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What to watch out for

Main zoo, archaeological and botanical routes have ramps and accessible toilets, though the large site includes long distances and uneven side paths. Open daily, generally 09:00-17:00; ticket office and animal zones stop admission before closing. Base adult admission is PEN 15; concessions and special products follow the operator tariff. Accessibility is YES: Main zoo, archaeological and botanical routes have ramps and accessible toilets, though the large site includes long distances and uneven side paths. Historic surfaces, crowds and security remain relevant.

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Photography

Many zoos and cultural facilities permit personal photography while restricting commercial use, flash near animals, or tripod deployment. Archaeological and museum components may impose additional limitations. Visitors should observe posted signage and staff guidance regarding permissible photography. Drone use would typically require explicit authorization. Respect for animal welfare and other visitors should inform all image-capturing behavior. For definitive policy, direct inquiry with park management is recommended before visit planning that depends on specific photographic activities. Base adult admission is PEN 15; concessions and special products follow the operator tariff.

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Where it is

• 45 min

  12 min walk

  Plaza San Miguel Shopping Center

  • Notable
  • Market
• 45 min

  14 min walk

  Huaca San Marcos

  • High · Heritage site
  • Historic monument
• 1 hour

  21 min walk

  Kennedy Park

  • Must see
  • Nature site

External links

• View on Wikidata