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With thousands of animals and amazing hands-on exhibits, the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center has gallons of fun for everyone. Experience Komodo dragons, sea turtles, and more. Plan your special event in an underwater world.
Learn more about what to expect, from parking and online ticketing to food options and more. Ticket rates and information to help you plan your next visit to the Virginia Aquarium.
Plan to spend about an hour and a half exploring the North Building, another 45 minutes in the South Building, and as much time as you please on the Nature Trail. However, guests are not time-limited and you may enjoy your visit at your own pace.
Hours & Maps. We are open daily for self-guided tours from 9:00am-5:00pm except on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. The last entry for General Admission is at 3:30pm, while the last entry for Members is at 4:00pm.
The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center, formerly known as the Virginia Marine Science Museum, is an aquarium and marine science museum located in Virginia Beach, Virginia, just south of Rudee Inlet. The exhibits at the museum are contained in over 800,000 US gallons (3,028,000 L) of fresh and saltwater displays.
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With thousands of animals and amazing hands-on exhibits, the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center has gallons of fun for everyone. Experience Komodo dragons, sea turtles, and more. Plan your special event in an underwater world. Embark on a Boat Tour. Join our marine conservation mission.
A 300,000-gallon tank with sharks, rays, and other aquatic species, is the main attraction at this popular aquarium, along with a walk through tunnel featuring sharks, rays, and more. Featuring thousands of animals representing hundreds of species. Duration: 2-3 hours. Meets animal welfare guidelines.
Explore over 800,000 gallons of exhibit space and thousands of animals representing over 300 species, displayed in state-of-the-art and educational habitats. Travel an aquatic journey from the shore to the depths of the Atlantic Ocean and experience coastal habitats from around the world. The Virginia Aquarium is ready to enchant and inspire you!
With thousands of animals and amazing hands-on exhibits, the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center has gallons of fun for everyone! Experience one of the best aquariums in the country, with incredible exhibits and amazing animals representing hundreds of species.
