Zoos and Aquariums in North Carolina

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 North Carolina and spend a day marveling at interesting wildlife.

Top Locations for Zoos and Aquariums in North Carolina

Best Results for North Carolina Zoos and Aquariums

ACHEROKEE 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... more on cherokeezoo.com
CHEROKEE BEAR ZOO
CHEROKEE BEAR ZOO
1204 Tsalagi Road
Cherokee, NC 28719

BNorth Carolina Zoological Park

Average Rating
4.5
23+ reviews
from 3 sources
Yahoo! Travel
5.0
8+ reviews
Yelp
5.0
1+ reviews
Epinions.com
4.0
14+ reviews
  • Highlights: gift shop, picnic tables, restrooms, … more
  • We have a pre-school age child and since she was under a year old, we take her at least three times a year. This is the best place on Earth ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • The NC Zoological Park is our state zoo. They do us ... more on epinions.com
North Carolina Zoological Park
North Carolina Zoological Park
4401 Zoo Pkwy
Asheboro, NC, 27205-1425

CNorth Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher

Average Rating
4.5
10+ reviews
from 3 sources
Epinions.com
3.5
3+ reviews
Yelp
4.0
2+ reviews
Yahoo! Travel
5.0
5+ reviews
  • Highlights: wheelchair accessible more
  • When we travel to Kure, we always go to the aquarium. ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • The aquarium was great. There was 4 adults and 2 small children in our group. We had an excellent time. ... more on Tripadvisor
North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
900 Loggerhead Road
Kure Beach, NC 28449-3786

DLynwood Park Zoo

Average Rating
5.0
5+ reviews
from 1 sources
Yahoo! Travel
5.0
5+ reviews
  • Being a transplant from NY and working in the travel industry I have taken my kids to many zoos. From huge commercial establishments like the Bronx Zoo, to small petting zoos in the middle of nowhe... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • When I lived in NC I volunteered at the zoo. Gary ... more on Yahoo! Travel
Lynwood Park Zoo
1071 Wells Road
Jacksonville, NC 28540-5823

ESOCO 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 ... more on westernncattractions.com
SOCO GARDENS ZOO
SOCO GARDENS ZOO
3578 Soco Rd. Maggie Valley
NC, 28751

FBoo at the Zoo

Average Rating
4.0
1+ reviews
from 1 sources
Yahoo! Travel
4.0
1+ reviews
  • 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, ... more on Wcities
Boo at the Zoo
4401 Zoo Parkway
Asheboro, NC 27205-1425

GSanta's Land Theme Park & Zoo

  • This park is a great place to take young children (3-8) while in the Cherokee area. The main ride is the Rudi ... more on Tripadvisor
  • My husband & I took our 3 small children (5, 6, & 7) to ... more on Tripadvisor
Santa's Land Theme Park & Zoo
Route 1 Box 134-A
Waynesville, NC 28719

HNorth Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island

Average Rating
4.0
5+ reviews
from 2 sources
Yelp
4.0
3+ reviews
Epinions.com
4.0
2+ reviews
  • Highlights: concessions-food available, gift shop… more
  • This Aquarium may not be as big as some others I have visited, but it had several interesting ... more on Tripadvisor
  • For years my family has enjoyed vacations on the outer ... more on epinions.com
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island
374 Airport Road
Manteo,NC,27954

INorth Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

Average Rating
5.0
3+ reviews
from 1 sources
Epinions.com
5.0
3+ reviews
  • Located between Emerald Isle and Atlantic Beach is ... more on epinions.com
  • with quick drying clothes and bug repellant ! We have ... more on epinions.com
North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
Salter Path Rd.
MM 7, Atlantic Beach, NC

JNew River Zoo

Average Rating
3.5
2+ reviews
from 1 sources
Yahoo! Travel
3.5
2+ reviews
New River Zoo
3581 Big Flatts Church Road
Fleetwood, NC 28626-9560