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North Carolina Zoos & Aquariums

Who hasn't been awed by the site of a lumbering elephant or shivered while watching a long gliding shark? The world's forests, jungles, and oceans are filled with fascinating creatures. Whether you are a curious adult or an enthusiastic child, viewing these animals never gets old. So, let UpTake help you find the best zoo or aquarium to visit on your trip in and spend a day marveling at interesting wildlife.

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CHEROKEE BEAR ZOO

OVERVIEW: Cherokee Bear Zoo welcomes you to the Great Smoky Mountains, home and natural habitat for the Black Bear. Although it is rare to see them in the wild, we offer a first hand observation of these bea... cherokeezoo.com
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North Carolina Zoological Park

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8+ reviews
gift shop, picnic tables, restrooms, wheel... more
We visited the NC Zoo with one of my grandchildren and plan to return... more on Yahoo! Travel
The NC Zoological Park is our state zoo. They do us... more on Epinions.com
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North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher

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wheelchair accessible
The aquarium is an awesome experience and the kids loved it. It is an excellent opportunity... more on Yahoo! Travel
Our beach visit included a day where the temperature felt about 100 degrees. Sitting... more on Yelp
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Lynwood Park Zoo

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The person who runs the zoo was excellent ! He let us roam alone for... more on Yahoo! Travel
The Lynwood Park Zoo is definitely a hidden gem tucked away in the country! They are constantly... more on Yahoo! Travel
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SOCO GARDENS ZOO

OVERVIEW: Nonpoisonous snake shown by the guide. Located in beautiful Maggie Valley, NC, Soco Gardens Zoo, is a real treat for young and old alike. Professional guides lead you through... westernncattractions.com
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Boo at the Zoo

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Me and my grandchildren have been going to this event now for over five years. The past couple of years... more on Yahoo! Travel
OVERVIEW: This is a one-of-a-kind Halloween celebration with games, a costume contest,... Wcities
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North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island

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5+ reviews
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concessions-food available, gift shop, res... more
A few years ago on vacation to the Outer Banks, we... more on Epinions.com
Our family of five vacations at the Outer Banks every year. We always visit the North Carolina Aquarium on the day we... more on TripAdvisor
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North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

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This aquarium is a little piece of Utopia in a hustle and bustle world. We watched them feed a nurse shark after hearing a lesson on sharks. Then I took my one and a half year old son to the touch tank.... more on Epinions.com
with quick drying clothes and bug repellant ! We have... more on Epinions.com
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New River Zoo

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very dirty. the one bathroom (yes there is only one) is grosser than gross. it's like looking... more on Yahoo! Travel
The zoo is dirty and has a "run down" appearance. The animal... more on Yahoo! Travel
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Western North Carolina Nature Center

They have a well maintained park with 42 acres and a lot of animals. great for... more on TripAdvisor
OVERVIEW: Many long time Asheville residents have memories of the "old zoo", which had been here since the Great Depression. The old zoo housed exotic animals including elephants, lions, and monkeys. But bec... Western North Carolina Nature...
OVERVIEW: Animal center features an educational farm with livestock, small animals and poultry, plus a wide... tripadvisor.com
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