The Zoo opened to the public on April 22, 1995. Over the years, the Metro Richmond Zoo has grown to 120 acres. The Zoo is now home to over 2,000 …
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Sep 24, 2024
We were on a road trip and stopped in to get feed some giraffes and see some fiery meerkats. We were disappointed. Before I say anything the staff here seemed like they are really trying to keep up… Full review by Charmaine F
Sep 2, 2024
Literally the largest scam, first of all you have to pay to get in, which I understand, but then right at the entrance is where you buy the food for the birds and other animals (more on that in a sec… Full review by alandS9460QG
Jun 4, 2024
I have had nightmares about the condition of the zoo. I was especially horrified by the Sloth which is kept in a glass enclosure with not a tree in sight. It lay in a cement corner with one claw on a… Full review by Stay76528
As seniors we are not able to walk long distances. Are there power chairs or electric mobility devices for us to rent.
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Unfortunately, only wheel chairs. Walking is a problem for me. I walked a portion, took a short ride on their shuttle (it doesn't cover nearly all the grounds) and still didn't see half the …
Unfortunately, only wheel chairs. Walking is a problem for me. I walked a portion, took a short ride on their shuttle (it doesn't cover nearly all the grounds) and still didn't see half the zoo. I love it, but will not return as it isn't really ADA friendly.
Would you say this would be a good zoo to visit for teenage boys? We are heading south for vacation and we were talking about spending a day in Virginia. Just wondering if this would be a place to bring older kids?
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Yes! You can feed giraffes, plus there are lots of cool snakes. All of the animals were pretty alert. They also have one of those ropes courses just across the parking lot.
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What is The Miracle of Christmas?
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The Miracle of Christmas-Live at the Zoo is an annual nativity pageant at the Metro Richmond Zoo. The show is narrated and tells the story of the birth of...
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