Rabat Zoo

Rabat Zoo, formerly known as "Temara Zoo", is a zoological park near Rabat in Morocco that was established in 1973. The first enclosures were built to house lions that were previously kept in the royal palace.

Photo: Saadtadlaoui, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Type: Zoo
Description: zoological park near Rabat in Morocco
Also known as: “Jardin zoologique de Rabat”

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium and Royal Institute of the Amazigh Culture.

Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium

Stadium

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Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium is a football stadium in Rabat, Morocco, with a seating capacity of 69,500. Opened on 5 September 2025, it is the home stadium of Morocco national football team. Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium is situated 1 km northeast of Rabat Zoo.

Royal Institute of the Amazigh Culture

Public building

Photo: Abdeaitali, CC BY-SA 4.0.

The Royal Institute of Amazigh Culture is an academic institute of the Moroccan government in charge with the promotion of the Berber languages and culture, and of the development of Standard Moroccan Amazigh and its instruction in Morocco's public schools. Royal Institute of the Amazigh Culture is situated 3½ km northeast of Rabat Zoo.

Rabat American School

School

The Rabat American School is an independent preparatory day school located in Rabat, Morocco. The program is co-educational and non-residential. English is the language of instruction. Rabat American School is situated 2 km north of Rabat Zoo.