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Skip the Line: Virginia Living Museum Admission Ticket

4.2 (28)
Newport News, US
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Skip the Line: Virginia Living Museum Admission Ticket

4.2 (28)
Newport News, US
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Experience the wonders of Virginia's natural heritage at the Virginia Living Museum in Newport News. Skip the line and dive into a world filled with endangered red wolves, loggerhead turtles, and mesmerizing jellyfish. Immerse yourself in the beauty of native Virginia wildlife as you explore indoor and outdoor habitats. Get up close and personal with fascinating creatures like moray eels, fish with no eyes, and frogs that change colors. Don't miss the chance to touch live spider crabs and even a real dinosaur bone. With over 250 living species, including 12 endangered or threatened ones, this museum is a must-visit for nature enthusiasts. Discover the outdoor Dinosaur Discovery Trail and embark on a journey through time. Book your admission ticket now and prepare for an unforgettable animal adventure!

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 2 hours - 6 hours
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Self Guided Experience
  • Get up close to endangered red wolves
  • Experience interactive paleo camp and dig pits
  • Stroll the elevated boardwalk to view coastal birds
  • Touch live spider crabs and a real dinosaur bone
  • Explore indoor and outdoor habitats with Virginia wildlife
  • Admission ticket to Virginia Living Museum
  • Behind-the-Scenes tours are offered for an additional fee.
  • Planetarium shows are available onsite for additional fees.
  • The Wild Side Café offers breakfast, lunch and snack items plus outdoor seating in a patio area flanking the beautiful conservation garden.
  • Photo booth is offered in lobby for additional fee.

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Introduction

Welcome to Virginia’s Animal Attraction…and Dinosaur Destination! Immerse yourself in the wonders of the Virginia Living Museum, located in Newport News. This unique museum offers a captivating experience, showcasing Virginia’s natural heritage from the mountains to the sea. With over 250 living species native to Virginia, including endangered animals, this museum is a must-visit for nature enthusiasts and animal lovers alike.

What to expect?

Prepare to embark on a journey like no other as you explore the indoor and outdoor habitats of the Virginia Living Museum. Stroll along the elevated boardwalk and spot coastal birds, bald eagles, river otters, red wolves, and more in their naturalized habitats. Discover the Dinosaur Discovery Trail, where 16 life-like dinosaurs await. Unleash your inner paleontologist as you dig for fossils and engage in interactive activities.

Who is this for?

Whether you're a curious child, a lifelong learner, or a family seeking educational fun, the Virginia Living Museum caters to all ages. Nature enthusiasts will delight in the opportunity to observe and learn about Virginia's diverse wildlife. Animal lovers will appreciate getting up close to endangered species and learning about conservation efforts. This experience is educational, captivating, and suitable for anyone with a sense of wonder and curiosity.

Why book this?

The Virginia Living Museum offers a unique blend of education and entertainment, making it a perfect day out for families and individuals alike. Immerse yourself in the natural world and witness Virginia's rich biodiversity come to life. Experience the thrill of seeing endangered red wolves, loggerhead turtles, and vibrant sea creatures up close. Marvel at the fascinating world of dinosaurs on the Dinosaur Discovery Trail. This museum provides a hands-on, immersive experience that will leave you with a deeper appreciation for the natural world and its inhabitants.

Good to know

Located at 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd in Newport News, the Virginia Living Museum is easily accessible. The museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with outdoor areas open until 4:30 p.m. Take advantage of the on-site cafe and museum store to enhance your visit. The exhibits are designed to correlate with and reinforce national science standards, making it an ideal destination for school groups and educational trips.

Reviews

Visitors to the Virginia Living Museum have raved about the immersive and educational experience it offers. Many have praised the museum's dedication to conservation and the opportunity to see endangered species up close. Guests have also been enthralled by the Dinosaur Discovery Trail, describing it as both exciting and informative. With its diverse range of exhibits, interactive activities, and knowledgeable staff, the Virginia Living Museum consistently receives high ratings for its engaging and memorable experience.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Your Itinerary

Virginia Living Museum

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.  

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Reviews

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4.2 (28)

54cornellc

This probably isn’t fair to VLM but my out of town son and his family accompanied my wife and me to VLM or tried to do so yesterday. Got there at 1400 and the museum was closing for a “by invitation” wine and cheese event. So lesson here: Just call ahead to be sure they are on their advertised hours. It is a wonderful place for children and adults to experience and learn about the fascinating mysteries of nature and learn.

musicmel

Nice museum even when it rains! We enjoyed our trip to this museum Lots if hands on exhibits for families and many opportunities for children Our grand daughter (4yrs) enjoyed putting on butterfly wings and traveling through an obstacle course (an indoor activity) When the rain stopped we walked on the board walk through the beautiful wooded area to the dinosaur park! It was really nice even though it was wet. Loved the informational stops on the boardwalk including the wingspan of an eagle. Indoors there was a great area showcasing the flora fauna and animals of VA including a great aquarium. They did not forget an area showcasing the caves of Va . The Vet area for the babies and toddlers was really a nice hands on exhibit. The ordering on line was great. Since this was a fall excursion, the place was not as crowded as I would imagine a spring or summer crowd might be. The timed entrance was easy and we got in very quickly so we could enjoy our visit.Great visit really easy to see in a morning or afternoon visit.

Judy_K

Enjoyed the dinosaurs. Nice for children to learn and play. My Great Grandsons had a Good time exploring.

LaTerra_M

As "out of towners" we had a great time at the Virginia Living Museum as a family. Both my toddlers (boy and girl) are dinosaur lovers and that is what attracted us there! They had so much fun and we made some beautiful memories! I would have gave the museum 5 stars but they had NO FOOD VENDOR 😣 That was a lot of walking and exploring to not have any food or drinks available for purchase. Aside from that, an awesome place to visit especially with small children.

JenniferWatkins

So much to see and the perfect rainy day activity for the kiddos. The girls loved the dinosaur exhibit.

Ava B

This place was super awesome. Went there about a month ago in Match during reptile weekend or something. It was my first time there. A lot of cool exhibits to look at. Loved going outside to see the red wolves and the bobcat. The huge tanks were super pretty to look at as well. My favorites were the fox, wolves, eel, giant ispod, and the lion fish. The gift shop has pretty good prices and cool items to buy. Overall a 5/5 experience will be going again :)

Shera_A

My daughter and I had an amazing time at the Virginia living museum. It’s so educational and interactive for the kids !! 10/10 experience for us !

fisher05

This is a great place, and we will definitely return. We all enjoyed the planetarium show, & seeing all the animals at this museum.

matjaz2002

Actually, my older kids had a good time here. I thought it might have been to kiddish for them, but they had a good time. We will come back with our grandchild when she is old enough. The display are very good.

Hafer1002

Had a great time. We would definitely take our grandchildren here so good for kids and even adults. Place is super clean even inside the exhibits and aquariums. A recommendation to go to if your in the area.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-04-24 01:06
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