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Levels & Benefits

Membership year consists of 12 months from the time you join. When you visit the Zoo, simply present your membership card and valid photo ID. Please remember that your membership card is non-transferable and, where applicable, members must accompany guests.

All membership levels receive the following:

  • Free admission
  • Quarterly newsletter, The Virginia Zoo Review
  • 10% discount at the gift shop and restaurant
  • Invitation to member-only events
  • Virginia Zoo license plate holder
  • Free or discounted admission to over 125 other zoos and aquariums

Membership Rates

Individual

$35 One adult named on card
Zoo for Two $45 Two adults or one adult and on child

Family

$55 Two adults and members' children or grandchildren (18 years and younger)

Military

$40 Same benefits as family category. Military identification required.
Family Plus $65 Two adults and members' children or grandchildren (18 years and younger), plus one guest per visit. Member must accompany guests.
Family and Guests $100 Two adults and members' children or grandchildren (18 years or younger), plus up to five guests per visit. Member must accompany guests. All benefits listed above plus a free stroller, towel or wheelchair rental (when available).

Zookeeper

$250 Two adults and members' children or grandchildren (18 years or younger), plus up to five guests per visit. Member must accompany guests. All benefits listed above plus a free stroller, towel or wheelchair rental (when available) and Zookeeper enrichment tour.
 
Curator $500 Two adults and members' children or grandchildren (18 years or younger), plus up to five guests per visit. Member must accompany guests. All benefits listed above plus a free stroller, towel or wheelchair rental (when available), Zookeeper enrichment tour and lunch with the Zoo Director and a behind-the-scenes tour.