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Welcome to Virginia’s Animal Attraction … and Dinosaur Destination! View endangered red wolves. Get up close to a loggerhead turtle and jellyfish. See moray eels, fish with no eyes and frogs that change colors. Touch live spider crabs and a real dinosaur bone. Explore indoor and outdoor habitats and see more native Virginia wildlife than you will see in a lifetime! It’s all at the Virginia Living Museum, Newport News, where living exhibits depict Virginia’s natural heritage from the mountains to the sea. The museum introduces visitors to more than 250 living species native to Virginia (including 12 that are listed as endangered or threatened) through exhibits, discovery centers and interactive hands-on exhibits and an outdoor Dinosaur Discovery Trail.
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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
Operated by Virginia Living Museum
32 reviews
Judy K,
Sep 1, 2023
Enjoyed the dinosaurs. Nice for children to learn and play. My Great Grandsons had a Good time exploring.
LaTerra M,
Jun 5, 2023
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,
May 29, 2023
So much to see and the perfect rainy day activity for the kiddos. The girls loved the dinosaur exhibit.
Shera A,
Mar 17, 2023
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 !
Lesley A,
May 11, 2022
Ya booked this while sitting n parking lot get up to validate n barcode won’t scan n there system say they have never heard of Viator n we need to go thru them..Loving museum was amazing having to pay twice to get n cuz museum never heard of U priceless ..Give me my money back cuz I will be disputing w my credit card company wow …..Sad sad sad