A Day Full of Fun at Virginia Living Museum

A Day Full of Fun at Virginia Living Museum

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About This Experience in Norfolk

Explore Virginia's spectacular ecosystems in the only place where museum, zoo, aquarium, garden, and planetarium combine into one unforgettable adventure for all ages. Journey from indoor touch pools and a 32,000-gallon aquarium to a real cypress swamp with live alligators, then venture outside to our ¾-mile boardwalk trail featuring playful river otters, endangered red wolves, and 16 lifelike dinosaurs. Experience hands-on learning at our Wild Care Center, Conservation Command Center with seahorse nursery, interactive dig pits, and butterfly gardens, while discovering sustainable living at our Conservation Garden and Green House. Cap off your visit with a cosmic journey at the Abbitt Planetarium, where full-dome shows reveal how we're all connected in one big ecosystem—all proudly accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums and certified as a Virginia Green attraction.

Why Visit Norfolk?

Norfolk, USA offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Norfolk provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Norfolk

You can reach Norfolk, USA by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. From the airport, you can take a taxi, rideshare service (Uber, Lyft), or public transportation to reach the city center. Many hotels also offer shuttle services, and rental cars are widely available for exploring the area.

What's Included

  • Admission ticket to Virginia Living Museum

What's Not Included

  • Behind-the-Scenes tours are offered for an additional fee.
  • Planetarium shows are available onsite for additional fees.
  • Saté Café offers breakfast, lunch and snack items plus outdoor seating in a patio area.
  • Photo booth is offered in lobby for additional fee.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Limited number of wheelchairs and strollers available for no extra fee.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Take a natural history tour of Virginia with indoor and outdoor live animal exhibits and hands-on activities

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Take a natural history tour of Virginia with...

Take a natural history tour of Virginia with indoor and outdoor live animal exhibits and hands-on activities.  Stroll the elevated boardwalk to view coastal birds, bald eagles, beavers, bobcat, river otters, red wolves and other animals in naturalized habitats.  Explore the outdoor Dinosaur Discovery Trail with 16 life-like dinosaurs, interactive paleo camp and dig pits, plus dinosaur and ice age fossils.  Role play in out Wild and Well Clinic.  Exhibits correlate with and reinforce national science standards. The museum is located at 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News (I-64, exit 258-A). Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.daily. Outdoor areas open until 4:30pm.  Cafe and Museum Store available.  

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

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