Home to over 2,000 animals
COVID – 19 UPDATE
- Executive Order 61 mandates that the Metro Richmond Zoological Park remain closed during phase one of the reopening process. Treetop Zoofari is authorized to remain open. A new, temporary Drive-Thru Tour is open.
Celebrating 25 Years
- The Metro Richmond Zoo is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year!
Meet Our Gentle Giants
- Feed and pet our giraffe herd
Explore the Zoo
- Home to over 2,000 animals from around the world
Get Up Close
- Feed our barnyard animals with Zoo Treats
Amazon Zoo Keeper Wish List
- Help support our animal enrichment program by shopping from our Amazon wish list.
Plan Your Visit
Directions and Parking
Off Hull Street Rd. in Chesterfield County. Parking is free!
Hours & Pricing
The Zoo is open year round Monday - Saturday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Park Map
Download and print our park map to begin your adventure
Discover the Wild!
Keeper Connection
Celebrating 25 Years
The Zoo is temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but we are still celebrating our anniversary. Twenty five years ago, the Metro Richmond Zoo opened to the public on April 22, 1995, with 250 animals. The Zoo has experienced tremendous growth over the years. Currently, the Zoo is situated on 150 acres and is
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Septuplet Cheetah Cubs Born
The Metro Richmond Zoo is pleased to announce the birth of 7 cheetah cubs! Vaila, a second time mother, gave birth to septuplets on November 30, 2018! This is a very special birth to us because not only is it a big boost for Cheetah conservation by increasing the captive population, but also a cheetah
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White Lion Cubs Now On Exhibit
The Metro Richmond Zoo is excited to announce our 3 White lion cubs are now on exhibit! Xonga gave birth to 3 cubs on April 2nd, 2018 after a 110 day gestation period. There are 2 females and 1 male. The cubs initially spent two months inside their private den with Xonga. This allowed time
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Pygmy Hippo Exhibit Now Open
The Metro Richmond Zoo is pleased to announce the opening of our new Pygmy hippo exhibit. The Pygmy hippopotamus is a rare species native to swamps and rivers in forested areas of Liberia, Sierra Leone, Guinea, and the Ivory Coast. They are highly endangered, with only 3,000 individuals remaining in the wild. At the Zoo,
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3 White Lions Cubs
The Metro Richmond Zoo is pleased to announce the birth of 3 White lion cubs born to parents, Xonga and Basa, on April 2nd, 2018. After a 110 day gestation period, Xonga, a 3 year old, first time mother, gave birth to 1 male and 2 female cubs. Xonga has shown excellent maternal care for
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Bactrian Camel Born
Meet Dublin, a male Bactrian camel calf! He is the newest resident of the Zoo’s barnyard. Dublin was born on March 7. Shortly after birth, his mother showed signs of aggression towards him. In order to ensure his survival, zoo staff elected to hand raise him. Make sure to meet Dublin on your next zoo visit!
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