Virginia Zoos & Aquariums
- Virginia Zoo – Norfolk
Home to over 700 animals from more than 150 species across 53 acres, the Virginia Zoo features immersive habitats representing Asia, Africa, and North America, plus a Zoo Farm and reptile exhibits. - Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center – Virginia Beach
One of the nation’s top aquariums, with more than 10,000 animals representing over 300 species. Features include interactive exhibits, touch pools, a new South Building, boat tours, and an outdoor adventure park. - Virginia Safari Park – Natural Bridge
Virginia’s only drive-thru safari park lets you feed and observe over 1,200 free-roaming animals from your car. There's also a walk-thru village, behind-the-scenes encounters, and a focus on conservation. - Metro Richmond Zoo – Moseley
The state’s largest zoo, home to 2,000 animals from 190 species on 150 acres. Features include giraffe feeding, aviaries, a sky ride, and a zip line. - Virginia Living Museum – Newport News
Blends a native wildlife zoo, aquarium, and botanical garden. Discover animals and plants from Virginia’s diverse habitats, including touch tanks, boardwalk trails, and immersive exhibits. - Mill Mountain Zoo – Roanoke
Set atop Mill Mountain, this small zoo features vulnerable and endangered species such as snow leopards and red pandas, with educational programs and beautiful city views. - Fort Chiswell Animal Park – Wytheville
Southwest Virginia’s largest zoo offers interactive safari bus tours through 45 acres, letting visitors get close to animals like camels, zebras, ostriches, and more from six continents. - Luray Zoo – A Rescue Zoo – Luray
A rescue-focused zoo housing over 250 animals, including reptiles, mammals, and birds, many of which were rescued or donated. Offers educational programs and hands-on encounters. - NOVA Wild – Reston
A revitalized, non-profit zoo with a drive-thru safari, walk-through exhibits, and animal encounters. Focuses on conservation, education, and up-close experiences with animals from around the world. - Creation Kingdom Zoo – Gate City
Family-owned zoo in Southwest Virginia featuring over 400 animals, including exotic and endangered species, with a focus on education and conservation. - Three Lakes Park & Nature Center – Richmond
Features a 50,000-gallon aquarium with native Virginia aquatic life, interactive exhibits, and nature trails through various habitats. - Maymont Park & Robins Nature Center – Richmond
A historic estate with a small zoo, farm animals, and the Robins Nature Center, which houses aquatic and terrestrial exhibits focused on the James River ecosystem.
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