Zoos and Aquariums in Virginia

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 Virginia and spend a day marveling at interesting wildlife.

Top Locations for Zoos and Aquariums in Virginia

Best Results for Virginia Zoos and Aquariums

ALuray Zoo

Average Rating
3.5
3+ reviews
from 2 sources
Yahoo! Travel
5.0
2+ reviews
Frommers
0.0
1+ reviews
  • The Zoo, owned & operated by 2 wonderful people, Mark & Jennifer Kilby, is a wonderful ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • We went around Mother's Day 2001. We didn't know it ... more on Tripadvisor
Luray Zoo
Luray Zoo
1087 US Hwy 211 West Luray
Virginia 22835

Estimated Price: From $2

BVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center

Average Rating
5.0
45+ reviews
from 3 sources
Yahoo! Travel
5.0
40+ reviews
Yelp
5.0
4+ reviews
Frommers
3.0
1+ reviews
  • I loved it all of the animals you saw were very interesting and they had ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • Wow!! Talk about an amazing and awesome aquarium!!! you really get your monies ... more on yelp.com
Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
717 General Booth Boulevard
Virginia Beach, VA 23451-4811

Estimated Price: From $3

CPeninsula SPCA & Petting Zoo

Average Rating
3.5
9+ reviews
from 1 sources
Yahoo! Travel
3.5
9+ reviews
  • I did not enjoy going to the SPCA. Taking my child to a "Petting ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • My dog was missing on June 25th, 2005. i called the spca on june 29th because of the weekend to see if my dog was picked up. the woman i spoke with said there is a dog there that ... more on Yahoo! Travel
Peninsula SPCA & Petting Zoo
Peninsula SPCA & Petting Zoo
523 J. Clyde Morris Blvd.
Newport News, VA

DVirginia Zoological Park

Average Rating
3.0
12+ reviews
from 4 sources
Yelp
2.5
6+ reviews
Yahoo! Travel
5.0
1+ reviews
Frommers
1.0
1+ reviews
  • The Zoo was a great place to get out of the house, have family fun, and still be amazed. The animals ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • After years of living in the area, I am both proud ... more on epinions.com
Virginia Zoological Park
Virginia Zoological Park
3500 Granby Street
Norfolk, VA 23504-1313

Estimated Price: From $2

EVirginia Marine Science Museum

Average Rating
4.0
9+ reviews
from 2 sources
Yelp
4.5
3+ reviews
Epinions.com
4.0
6+ reviews
  • My Grandmother came to visit us in Virginia in-between ... more on epinions.com
  • I grew up all my life in the Hampton Roads and my previous job was merely two minutes ... more on yelp.com
Virginia Marine Science Museum
Virginia Marine Science Museum
717 General Booth Boulevard
Virginia Beach, VA 23451

FReston Zoo

Average Rating
4.0
8+ reviews
from 1 sources
Yelp
4.0
8+ reviews
  • The Reston Zoo is very family friendly and perfect for younger ... more on judysbook.com
  • Reston's best kept secret!!! Right now I'm ... more on yelp.com
Reston Zoo
1228 Hunter Mill Rd
Vienna, VA 22182

GMill Mountain Zoo

Average Rating
3.5
3+ reviews
from 2 sources
Epinions.com
5.0
2+ reviews
Frommers
0.0
1+ reviews
  • If you happen to travel to Roanoke, Virginia, the Star ... more on epinions.com
  • This zoo is quaint and cute, but the animal selection ... more on epinions.com
Mill Mountain Zoo
Mill Mountain Zoo

Roanoke, VA , USA

Estimated Price: From $1

HChicoteague Island Aquarium

  • Overview The Island Aquarium provides a unique opportunity to experience local marine life up close doing everyday ... more on epinions.com
  • Overview Island Aquarium is a nature oriented activity for the whole family. Adults and children alike ... more on virginia.org
Chicoteague Island Aquarium
Chicoteague Island Aquarium
Landmark Plaza along N Main St
Chincoteague, VA

IMetro Richmond Zoo

  • Metro Richmond Zoo is not big but has a lot of fun. You can see ... more on judysbook.com
  • This is a GREAT place for a family trip! We just went here last ... more on judysbook.com
Metro Richmond Zoo
Richmond
VA 23218

JVirginia Zoo

  • The Virginia Zoological Park in Norfolk, VA is a smaller zoo ... more on judysbook.com
  • This is a surprisingly good zoo. I didnt expect to find lots ... more on judysbook.com
Virginia Zoo
Chesapeake
VA 23320