Now Open!

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The Virginia Zoo is open with some modifications and a new schedule. Due to limited capacity, EVERYONE must make a reservation online.

Explore

Like Never Before

Experience the wild side of learning with the Virginia Zoo education programs. Virtual school programs offer all learners a memorable, fun and highly educational way to learn about animals and conservation.

Upcoming Events

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The Virginia Zoo is home to more than 700 animals, representing over 150 species - and it doesn’t stop there! See what else the Zoo has to offer, from tours, the themed gardens, volunteer opportunities and more!

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Behind the
Scenes Tours
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Welcome Back
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Gardens
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Volunteers

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Your Events

Host a unique experience for your next corporate picnic, networking event or wedding.

From the Zoo Blog

June 4, 2021
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Monitor And Observe

May 23, 2021

The Fastest Tortoise

May 13, 2021
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Tapir Tooth Extraction

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Your environment

The Virginia Zoo has its very own Virginia Zoo App.