Member Madness
We are celebrating our Members for the entire month of March! In addition to the monthly Membership perks, you can enjoy even more amazing gifts, discounts, opportunities, an…
Following the City of Virginia Beach's parking schedule for the resort season, the City will resume charging a $5 daily parking fee in Aquarium lots beginning April 1. Members can enjoy free parking year-round!
Added Adventures For Your Visit
Venture out onto the ocean, explore behind the scenes, meet our experts and come face to face with amazing animals.
Join us out at sea as we search for marine mammals and other wildlife!
Experience our animals and exhibits from a new perspective!
Reserve our facility after hours for a private photo shoot and enjoy a unique backdrop to your special moments!
Book A Photo ShootSupport from our incredible volunteers is vital to the success of our mission and to the daily functioning of the Aquarium. If you're seeking a meaningful way to support conservation efforts, come explore our rewarding volunteer opportunities!
Explore Volunteer OpportunitiesWe are celebrating our Members for the entire month of March! In addition to the monthly Membership perks, you can enjoy even more amazing gifts, discounts, opportunities, an…
April 3, 4, and 5 | 6:00pm-9:00pm. General Admission $38 | Members $30. There’s mer-magic at the Virginia Aquarium! Step into an enchanting world where you’ll come face-to-fa…
8:30am-3:00pm. The Youth Ocean Conservation Summit inspires young people to take action towards marine conservation. On Saturday, April 13 from 8:30am to 3:00pm, the summit w…
In celebration of Member Madness this month, we've built the ultimate guide to help you make the most of your Membership, including helpful hints for the perfect visit, benefits beyond the Aquarium, and bonus experiences to keep an eye out for!
Read the GuideThe loggerhead is the most abundant species of sea turtle that nests in the United States. One of the larger species of sea turtle, the average weight of adults is around 250 pounds.
Harbor seals are frequent visitors to our area during the winter, when they swim south from New England to escape the more frigid waters of the north.
Thousands of animals. Hundreds of species. One incredible experience.
Learn about animals from all over our blue planet, from the depths of the ocean to the rivers of the rainforest.
Our Animals