The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center, formerly known as the Virginia Marine Science Museum, is an aquarium and marine science …
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Feb 24, 2025
No clear directions on where to enter if tickets were pre-purchased for timed entry. Path through the exhibits required doubling back through the Rays exhibit to get the Shark exhibit. Two employee…Full review by gwbeale
Feb 20, 2025
I love the beautiful fish and sea creatures. It was vibrant and mysterious. However ,if you are going to the aquarium for a little zen it will not work out for you. It was extremely loud. And the bat…Full review by Megan B
Jan 24, 2025
An amazing experience for adults and children. The interactive encounter with the rays was great. It was also a great educational trip for everyone but especially kids.Full review by Sdean58
What is the admissions fee and also are there wheelchairs available ? My daughter is on crutches and would need a wheelchair.
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there are options of just seeing the Aquarium/movie only or those individually..regular adults start at $25-30 kids 3-11 start at $20-25 depending which combo or single admission …
there are options of just seeing the Aquarium/movie only or those individually..regular adults start at $25-30 kids 3-11 start at $20-25 depending which combo or single admission you want and it's the same price single for the movie $7.95..YES they are equipped with wheelchairs just have to give an ID and they hold it until you're done....wide space for them to move around...
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Why are certain exhibits closed for construction?
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From time to time, select exhibits will close for renovation to reinvigorate the guest experience, provide routine maintenance, and ensure a safe space for our animals to inhabit...