Audra Dement

Review of Virginia Aquarium & Marine Sci...

The Va Aquarium has been a favorite day out for ou...

The Va Aquarium has been a favorite day out for our family for many years! From the interactive aviary (we got to feed the redheaded ducks) to the sea turtles, to the tomistoma pair who are displaying possible mating signals, to the sting ray petting tank, and the shark feeding (happens most Tuesdays), there is so much to experience in one visit! We even enjoyed a fresh and tasty lunch in the cafe. The gift shop has an incredible selection of souvenirs and local art, too. We especially love the local Glass Baron art pieces. The windows out to the water near the shark and turtle exhibits allowed us to watch the pelicans floating, the mergansers diving underwater, the great blue herons fishing, and even a bald eagle in their natural habitat. The seal feeding outside was an added treat for us to see when we were leaving the aquarium. The best part of visiting the Va Aquarium is knowing that every ticket purchase contributes to the important work of helping and supporting the marine life in our local waters!