Sharks After Dark
First Thursday of the month | 6:00pm-9:00pm | North Building. Members $19 | Non-Members $38 The perfect monthly event for nocturnal creatures! See the Aquarium’s vibrant nigh…
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Tours & Experiences
Added Adventures For Your Visit
Venture out onto the ocean, explore behind the scenes, meet our experts and come face to face with amazing animals.
Behind-the-Scenes Tours
Experience our animals and exhibits from a new perspective!
Boat Tours
Join us out at sea as we search for marine mammals and other wildlife!
Make Memories With Us
Explore Private Event Opportunities
Book the Virginia Aquarium for a private event! Our facility and exhibits will create the perfect backdrop to your wedding, corporate gathering, photo shoot, or other special occasion.
Book A Private EventSupport Our Mission
Volunteer at the Aquarium
Support from our incredible volunteers is vital to the success of our mission and to the daily functioning of the Aquarium. If you're seeking a meaningful way to support conservation efforts, explore our volunteer opportunities!
Volunteer OpportunitiesUpcoming Events
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Nature Excursion - Fishing at the Aquarium
June 18 & July 23, 5:30PM-8:00PM. Members $50 | Public $55. Grab your fishing pole and enjoy a fishing outing for beginners and enthusiasts alike. This catch-and-release…
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Member Exclusive Hours
June 25 | 6PM-9PM | North Building. July 21 | 6PM-9PM | South Building. August 17 | 6PM-9PM | North Building. Summer nights made for members! Make the most out of your membe…
Aquarium History
Our Story
Take a trip through the past with an in-depth timeline of the Aquarium's history, from the earliest days of the Virginia Marine Science Museum to today.
Our Story
Loggerhead Sea Turtle
The loggerhead is the most abundant species of sea turtle that nests in the United States. One of the larger species of sea turtle, the average weight of adults is around 250 pounds.
Harbor Seal
Harbor seals are frequent visitors to our area in the winter, when they swim south from New England to escape the more frigid waters of the north.
Animals
Thousands of animals. Hundreds of species. One incredible experience.
Learn about animals from all over our blue planet, from the depths of the ocean to the rivers of the rainforest.
Our Animals