Virginia Zoo Norfolk VA

Virginia Zoo

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The Virginia Zoological Park, commonly known as the Virginia Zoo, is a 53-acre zoo located adjacent to Lafayette Park in Norfolk, Virginia, United …

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4.5/5 · 897 reviews
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Aug 7, 2024
The weather didn’t help very much, but there were several exhibitions that were closed or under construction. They have a big variety of reptiles super cool! We really enjoy our time at the zoo. Full review by titarica
Jul 20, 2024
We like visiting all of the zoo’s when we travel! Norfolk zoo is very clean and walker-friendly! Staff were friendly, knowledgeable and informative! Great displays and viewing areas. Full review by Tour68503961185
May 22, 2024
Spending the day here in the middle of the nature is just so relaxing and interesting. Mother Nature is so pretty and you can feel ALL OF IT here. So beautiful. If I was a local I would hang out here… Full review by lovtotrav
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The Virginia Zoo has been collecting animals since the beginning of the 20th Century. The zoo houses animals from all over the world, fr…
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Facts

Located:Norfolk, Virginia, United States
Opened:1900
Annual visitors:500,000+

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I love those stroller/wagons for rent. They ran out of them. Where can I buy one? I've never seen those anywhere else.
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Do you have to reserve a wheelchair proir to going there
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Answer by Maryann S · Sep 16, 2020
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norfolk zoo web says admission is 17.95 but trip advisorsor says admission is 14.95. how much to enter zoo?
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I would def go with the info on their website. They do offer certain discounts like ‘Military’
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Would you recommend this zoo as an outing for a one year old? I want to take my daughter somewhere special for her …
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Would you recommend this zoo as an outing for a one year old? I want to take my daughter somewhere special for her birthday and she loves animals. However, some people have told me that the animals may be hard for her to see in their exhibits. My other idea was an aquarium where the fish are easier to see behind the glass. Thoughts? Ideas?
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Hello, if it's too hot or humid outside, I would recommend the Aquarium. Both are nice and great for children.
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Do you have to pay for parking?
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Parking is free.
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Do the wagons that are available for rent have canopies?
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Yes, they do.
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Can I buy tickets at the Zoo?
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Yes! You may purchase tickets onsite at our ticket booths or online by clicking here. During high volume times, like Spring Break or during special events, advanced...
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