Best Zoos, Aquariums & Animal Encounters

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Science Museum of Western Virginia

Science Museum of Western Virginia

Hands-on exhibits with butterfly garden. Center for wide-ranging exploration of the scientific world, with a butterfly garden & planetarium.

1 Market Square SE, Roanoke, VA 24011, United States

Mill Mountain Park

Mill Mountain Park

Scenic trails, a zoo & discovery center. Mountaintop hiking & biking trails with scenic overlooks, plus a zoo & discovery center.

2198 Mill Mountain Spur, Roanoke, VA 24014

Mill Mountain Zoo

Mill Mountain Zoo

Compact animal park with a train ride. Small zoo with a train open year-round housing 50+ native & exotic animals, birds & reptiles.

Mill Mountain Spur, Roanoke, VA 24014

Exotics & Aquatics

Exotics & Aquatics

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6447 Williamson Rd, Roanoke, VA 24019, United States

Natural Bridge Zoo

Natural Bridge Zoo

Elephant rides & other experiences. Privately-owned zoo with interactive experiences including elephant rides, feedings & a petting zoo.

5784 S Lee Hwy, Natural Bridge, VA 24578, United States

Virginia Safari Park

Virginia Safari Park

Zebra, gazelle & other animals up close. Drive-through safari with free-roaming elk, gazelle, zebra & other exotic fauna, plus a petting zoo.

229 Safari Ln, Natural Bridge, VA 24578, United States

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