Family Vacation Attractions

Bringing the kids along? The whole family is sure to find entertainment at countless family-friendly attractions in Virginia. For family fun, let Choice Hotels® help you find the perfect attraction for your next family adventure.

In Central Virginia

Metro Richmond Zoo
8300 Beaver Bridge Road
Moseley, VA   23120

Giraffes, monkeys, zebras - and that's only the beginning. When guests step into the gates of the Metro Richmond Zoo they're taken out of real life, where the animals which once inhabited the area in abundant numbers retake their roles in nature's game. Experience the world of the animal from a view like you've never seen, only at the Metro Richmond Zoo.

Maymont
2201 Shields Lake Drive
Richmond, VA   23220
804-358-7166

There's an abundance of activities for the whole family to enjoy on a visit to Maymont. Begin your journey at the Maymont House Museum, which includes some of the most beautifully restored architecture south of the Mason-Dixon Line. Afterwards, saunter in the historic gardens which grace these lovely premises. An impressive carriage collection, nature center, children's farm and more provide infinite incentive.

In Chesapeake Bay

Gwynn's Island Museum
Route 633
Gwynn's Island, VA   23066
804-725-7949

Established as a community project to preserve the abundant history of this rich locale, Gwynn's Island Museum is situated in a 100-year-old building which originally served as the Odd Fellows Lodge and later as Gwynn's Island's first public school. Now the building houses two riveting floors of exhibit space commemorating the history of this peculiar island community.

In the Eastern Shore Region

Oyster and Maritime Museum
7125 Maddox Boulevard
Chincoteague Island, VA   23336
757-336-5800

Chincoteague Island is one of the most beautiful expanses in the state of Virginia, but it also contains other intriguing features: the Oyster and Maritime Museum, which contains everything from displays focusing on the renowned (and delicious) Chincoteague Oyster, to one of the largest preserved lighthouse lenses in the country.

In Northern Virginia

Leesburg Animal Park
19270 James Monroe Highway
Leesburg, VA   20175
703-433-0002

Get up-close and personal with exotic and domestic animals at Leesburg Animal Park, a wonderful location which caters to the kid in every one of us. Where else can you pose for glamour shots with a Savannah Serval cat, or have afternoon tea opposite a furry-eyed lemur? Call ahead of time to inquire about this Virginia attraction's dense schedule of special events!

In the Tidewater/Hampton Roads Region

Hunt Club Petting Farm
2388 London Bridge Road
Virginia Beach, VA   23456
757-427-9520

Experience the world of critters in a location which couldn't be more critter-friendly if it tried. Kids will love the experiences to be had at Hunt Club Petting Farm, a wonderful location which gives children of all ages the opportunity to get up-close and personal with their favorite animals. From cuddly rabbits to adorable billy-goats, don't miss out on the precious fun at Hunt Club.

Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
717 General Booth Boulevard
Virginia Beach, VA   23451
757-385-FISH

A water journey through Virginia's marine environment begins at Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center, where guests will experience a full gamut of fabulous activities revolving around aquatic life as we know it. From easy-to-adore seals which will delight the young among us to touch tanks which will tempt the most mature of hands, there's something for everyone at this aquatically inclined attraction.

In the Shenandoah Valley

Luray Zoo and Reptile Center
1087 US Highway 211 West
Luray, VA   22835
540-743-4113

Reptiles, reptiles and more reptiles are what await visitors to the Luray Zoo and Reptile Center in beautiful Luray, Virginia. Get up-close and personal with scaly critters which snake and slither their otherworldly ways through the zoo, and once you're satisfied you've experienced the reptilian world, pay a visit to the more mammalian inhabitants of the park which include exotic cats and a cast of friendly monkeys.

Mill Mountain Zoo
Located on top of Mill Mountain
Roanoke, VA   24014
540-343-3241

One of the most impressive collections of animals from Virginia and around the world can be found at Mill Mountain Zoo. Bring the family, which will delight at the animal diversity in the park. Witness furry spectacles like Bengalese tigers and Red Pandas, and you're sure to enjoy an experience you'll not soon forget.

In the Blue Ridge Highlands

Galewinds
3081 Chapman Road
Wytheville, VA   24382
276-228-3020

Experience one of the most fun-filled days of your life at Galewinds, a family fun center where other things may run short but amusement is always in ample supply. Take the whole family down to this riveting locale for a day full of miniature golfing, arcade gaming, go-karting and more.

In the Heart of Appalachia Region

Cleveland Virginia History and Heritage Museum
504 Artrip Road
Cleveland, VA   24225
276-889-2660

Explore one of the most fantastic museums in the town of Cleveland - the Cleveland Virginia History and Heritage Museum, which depicts the glorious, and historically rich, history of the state of Virginia through family-friendly exhibits and interesting displays which will entertain minds of all sizes. Photos and history information of this beautiful little town are also on display, and guests are encouraged to call ahead for a dense calendar of special events.

In Southern Virginia

Bob Cage Sculpture Farm
Shanti Road and Cage Trail
South Boston, VA   24592

Upon first examination, visitors to this fascinating family-friendly attraction will be reveling in the wonderful setting of a rural landscape complete with goats, llamas, and lots of hay. However, the strange, massive structures you're seeing out of the corner of your eye aren't optical illusions. They're the sculptural portion of this unique attraction, which pits the renowned sculptural works of Bob Cage against an agricultural setting for a one-of-a-kind mixture that will delight and enthrall all.

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