Explore the wonders of a wildlife park, science museum, aquarium, planetarium and botanical preserve all in one location at The Virginia Living Museum in nearby Newport News! The museum is an indoor/outdoor facility that features exhibits ranging the underwater thrills of Chesapeake Bay to the waters of a cypress swamp. Head beneath the earth into life in a limestone cave, and interact with the wildlife of a mountain cove.
A brand new observatory offers unbelievable Virginia views, and many visitors enjoy a 3/4-mile boardwalk trek that offers views of native wildlife in its natural environment. There are plenty of interactive and hands-on activities, and you'll get the chance to learn more about Virginia marine life such as horseshoe crabs, mammals like the native bobcat, birds, reptiles insects and more!
