Welcome Groups!
The Virginia Living Museum makes group visits easy, memorable, and fun for all ages. Conveniently located just two miles off I-64 and only 20 miles from Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown, we’re a perfect addition to any Hampton Roads itinerary.
Explore Virginia’s natural world from the mountains to the coast through immersive exhibits featuring native wildlife, plants, and habitats. Most groups spend 1–2 hours touring the Museum, with additional time available for enhanced experiences such as:
- Digital planetarium shows
- Behind-the-scenes keeper experiences
- Up-close ambassador animal encounters
Looking for a performance venue? Pair your visit with a performance in our outdoor amphitheater or entrance courtyard.
Group leaders, travel agents, tour operators, and receptive operators are invited to visit anytime for a complimentary familiarization tour. We look forward to helping your group create a truly wild and unforgettable experience at the Virginia Living Museum.
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Group Admission Pricing
A minimum of 10 paid guests is required to receive the group rates that follow.
General Admission:
Adult (13+ years): $18.95
Child (3-12 years): $14.95
Child (2 years & under): Free
Planetarium Admission*:
Public Daytime Show $3.00 per person
Private Daytime Show $300 per show
Private Evening Show $400 per show
*Tickets can be reserved for your group to our public shows for up to 40 guests. Private shows can be scheduled for up to 71 guests. Current public show offerings can be found at https://thevlm.org/exhibit/abbitt-planetarium-observatory/.
Group Visit Add-Ons (30 participants per program):
Live Animal Encounter $175 per session
Add a 30-minute up close encounter of our ambassador animals for up to 30 people.
Guided Tours $175 per tour
Add a 45-minute guided experience through our outdoor exhibits highlighting our bird and mammal species.
Student Groups: Complimentary admission is provided to teachers, plus one free adult chaperone per every ten children.
Tour Groups: Two complimentary tickets are provided to the coach driver and tour guide leader.
Bus Parking: There is plenty of free parking for buses.
Food/Beverages: Available at Saté Café during operating hours. Drinks and snacks are also available for purchase in the gift shop.
Accessibility: The entire Museum is wheelchair accessible, including rest rooms, with elevators between floors. The outdoor boardwalk is ¾ mile in length with restrooms in our Wason Education Center and Wild Care Center.
Wild Things Museum Store:
Take a piece of the Virginia Living Museum home with you! With more than 1,400 square feet of shopping space, the gift shop is filled with a wide selection of Museum souvenirs, books, toys, gifts, apparel, jewelry, stationery and more!
Book Your Group Visit
To reserve your group visit, please complete our online reservation form. School groups visiting during the academic year should complete the School Visit reservation form. Information about self-guided visits, classes, labs, and educational programs can be found under the For Educators section of our website.
For questions or assistance, please contact our Reservations Office at 757-534-7410 or [email protected].
Payment & Cancellation
Reservations are confirmed upon receipt of a signed contract and required deposit. We accept cash, checks, and major credit cards, including American Express, Discover, Mastercard, and Visa.
Cancellations made at least 30 days prior to the scheduled visit may be made without penalty.
