Virginia-Zoo
exhibits over 350 animals!
Virginia-Zoo, Norfolk VA. exhibits over 350 animals, beautifully manicured grounds and offers a fun-filled day for all. The Virginia Zoo has demonstrated a commitment to wildlife.
The zoo is positioned next to the Lafayette Park and the Lafayette river and covers 53 acres of land. Virginia Zoo is home to nearly 400 animals, which range from Lions to Monkeys.
The zoo is divided into 9 differet gardens each with there own theme, each garden offers refreshments and snacks. Eight acres of the park is dedicated to Africa, in this section you will see the Lions, Elephants Giraffe, Zebra and more.
Zoo Features
Zoo Train: Climb aboard the Zoo Train for a fun and informative ride. The train is a 1/3 scale model of a C.P. and it has four coaches which can accomodate more than 8p passengers.
The tracks pass the red panda exhibit under the watchful eyes of Yin and Oscar and includes a peek at the “Asia-Trail of the Tiger” construction site.
Animal Collection: Meet elephants, lions, kangaroos, meerkats and more. Go nose to nose with prairie dogs in their interactive habitat where viewing bubbles allow you to get up close and personal with these entertaining creatures.
Gardens: The zoo offers 9 gardens with there own theme.
The mission of Virginia Zoological Society is to ensure that the Virginia Zoo thrives as a superior zoological institution, reaching its fullest potential to serve people, animals and the environment through programs that emphasize recreation, education and conservation.
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The Spirit of Norfolk cruises year round from downtown. Step aboard the Spirit of Norfolk and come alive for an afternoon or evening of all out fun on the Elizabeth River. You will dine, dance and enjoy entertainment performed by talented staff, read more..
Virginia-Zoo is located at;
3500 Granby Street
Norfolk, VA 23504-1313
Hours of Operation
The Virginia Zoo is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (except on major winter holidays; the Zoo is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas and New Year's Day).
Admission Rates
Adults: $8.00
Childern: $6.00( ages 2-11)
Senior Citizens: $7.00(ages 62 and older)
Zoo Members: Free
Phone: (757)441-2374
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