Otter Off Exhibit
Homer the North American river otter is currently off exhibit while we perform maintenance in his habitat.

Aquarium Experiences

Male loggerhead sea turtle 25.

Keeper Talks

Listen as our keepers share info about the animals in their care! Talks occur daily at 11:00am or 2:00pm.

A humpback whale breaches in front of the Virginia Beach coastline.

Boat Tours

We offer whale watching tours in the winter and dolphin watching tours during the warmer months, all in partnership with Rover Cruises!

About Boat Tours
Diver Waving to Child

Divers in Aquariums

Keep a careful lookout for our divers performing regularly scheduled maintenance in the largest aquariums. Chat with an Aquarium Educator nearby if you have any questions!

Gallery educator doing Q&A session at Shark Exhibit.

Gallery Programs

On occasion, Aquarium Educators conduct Q&A sessions at selected aquariums and exhibits.

Gallery educator showing large animal jaws to child in stroller.

Science on the Go

These pop-up interactive stations explain unique scientific topics to guests, such as coral bleaching or crab identification!

Child Playing with Magnifying Glass

Toddler Programs

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays | We offer several in-house programs for our littlest learners to enjoy, FREE with Aquarium admission!

About Toddler Programs
Godzilla the prehensile-tailed skink draped over branch perch.

Up Close & Personal

Our staff can occasionally be found among the exhibits with one of our Animal Ambassadors, ready to give you an up-close encounter and answer your questions!

Veterinarian examining Thanos the red-tailed boa.

Veterinary Exams

On occasion, guests can watch our veterinary team conduct a medical exam or procedure for an animal through the observation window of our Veterinary Clinic, located in the South Building!

Visitor Wearing Virutal Reality Head Set

Virtual Reality Pods

Enjoy our fully immersive simulators with stunning wrap-around sound and multi-directional movement. Settle in comfortably and experience beautiful and thrilling adventures and you will feel transported to many other worlds. $8 per guest ages 5+ (Members $6).

Buy Virtual Reality Pod Tickets
Watershed Warrior Batten Fellow with water quality tool.

Watershed Warriors

Explore Owls Creek with enthusiastic guides and become an eco-champion through interactive science activities! This program occurs during summer along the Nature Trail.

Gallery educator showing animal jawbone to guest.

What's In My Bag?

Keep your eyes peeled for our Educators wearing a "What's In My Bag?" pin. Ask them what's in their bag, and they'll show you items such as animal eggs, shells, bones, cuttlefish ink, and more for a close-up interaction!

A visitor navigates the ropes course in the trees at the Adventure Park.

The Adventure Park

Looking for something new and unique to do that will get your heart racing? Experience our aerial adventure park for the best ropes course climbing and ziplining adventure around!

Explore the Adventure Park
Render of observation tower at Owl Creek Landing.

Owl Creek Landing

Coming Spring 2025! Located behind our South Building, Owl Creek Landing features the first accessible spiral tower with the longest steel slide in the United States, an expansive canopy walk, and a children's treehouse playground.

About Owl Creek Landing

See What's On Our Calendar

Be sure to check out our Daily Events and Featured Events for fun experiences and activities we're hosting!