About National Aviary

Bird zoo for encounters & kids' parties. Bird zoo with 500+ birds from 150+ species offers interactive encounters, feedings & party packages.

💬 What Parents Say

• 💡Don't miss the prairie bird room and free-flight areas where birds fly freely around you with no glass barriers—these immersive exhibits are what set the National Aviary apart from typical zoos. Get as close as a few feet to songbirds and other species.
• 💡Plan to experience the animal feeding demonstrations and encounters offered daily 10am-5pm, including lorikeet feeding and bird feeding activities. These interactive experiences are highlights mentioned frequently by visitors and make the visit more memorable.
• 💡The Bald Eagle exhibit is consistently highlighted as a must-see attraction worth the admission price alone. Allocate dedicated time to observe these enormous birds up close and appreciate their impressive talons, wings, and beaks.
• 💡While the aviary is smaller than some zoos, this actually makes it manageable for a complete visit in a few hours. Come with realistic expectations about size, but know that the intimate, close-proximity design compensates with a unique immersive experience.
• 🕐Visit during peak nesting season when seasonal daily activities rotate through the 'Nesting in Nature' theme, or check the Peregrine Falcon Cam season schedule for timely educational content that enhances your visit.

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