Zoos in DC Metro Area, VA
15 locations across the DC Metro Area metro area
- Locations
- 15
- Cities
- 4
- Avg Rating
- 4.7
Fun Facts About Zoos in DC Metro Area
- Smithsonian National Zoological Park: The zoo houses giant pandas, a rare and iconic species that is not commonly seen in many zoos, making them a major attraction and highlight for visitors
- NOVA Wild: NOVA Wild features a drive-through safari experience where visitors can feed exotic animals from their own vehicles, including American bison, capybaras, and other species
- Amazonia: Amazonia features arapaima fish, one of the largest freshwater fish species in the world, alongside natural-style Amazon rainforest and river habitats
- Small Mammal House: Features specialized nocturnal mammal displays, allowing visitors to observe animals like fennec foxes and sand cats during their active periods
- Sea Lion Pool: The Kentucky Science Center features state-of-the-art IMAX movie screens as part of its primary exhibits, mentioned in 52 visitor reviews as a notable attraction
