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Luray Reptile Center, Dinosaur Park & Petting Zoo
1087 US Hwy 211 West
Luray, VA
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Woodruff House Bed and Breakfast $149 1.1 mi 1.8 km 4 of 5 stars
The Woodruff Inns & Restaurant $149 1.1 mi 1.8 km 4.5 of 5 stars
The Mimslyn Inn $210 1.7 mi 2.8 km 4 of 5 stars
South Court Inn Bed and Breakfast $175 1.8 mi 2.9 km 5 of 5 stars
MayneView Bed & Breakfast $151 1.8 mi 2.9 km 4 of 5 stars
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Southern Station Diner 0.2 mi 0.4 km 4 of 5 stars
Uncle Buck's Family Restaurant 1.3 mi 2.0 km 4 of 5 stars
Artisan's Grill 1.3 mi 2.2 km 4.5 of 5 stars
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Luray Caverns 0.2 mi 0.3 km 4 of 5 stars
Shenandoah Streamers School 4.1 mi 6.6 km 4 of 5 stars
Shenandoah River Outfitters, Inc. 5.9 mi 9.6 km 4.5 of 5 stars
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 8 attractions in Luray
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Attraction type: Zoo
Address: 1087 US Hwy 211 West Luray, VA
Tel: (540) 743-4113

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“Animals minus crowds”
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4 of 5 stars
DazzlingSuburbanite 41 contributions
Bethesda, Maryland
Jun 22, 2008

This was a spur-of-the-moment roadside visit, but we're glad we stopped. For $10 each we got to see a variety of local and exotic snakes, some of which (the rattlers especially) were very active and all were in plain view. The highlight of the reptile exhibit was a huge and ancient Alligator Turtle, which was donated by Steve and Terri... more

“Fun experience for the kids”
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4 of 5 stars
ibeplato 55 contributions
Jun 21, 2008

We visited with a group of kids around 5-12 years of age. Others have described the zoo in great detail so I won't repeat what they said, but I will add my thoughts. The zoo is small, but very cozy, and the animal exhibits all seem roomy and well maintained. There are frequent demonstrations, shows, and feedings throughout the day... more

“A last resort.”
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4 of 5 stars
daytriping 8 contributions
daytriping
Jul 23, 2007

My husband and I had a few hours before going to a wedding and we serched for something to do. After spending the maximum hour walking downtown, fighting th crowds at the caverns (we left .. the line was too long and it way too expensive for just a few hours) We decided to go check out the reptile center/... more

“you must see the venomous snake show, more amazing than anything on TV”
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5 of 5 stars
jbNutten 1 contribution
Massanutten
Jul 7, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

The venomous snake show is amazing as he holds a king cobra, rattlesnake and the aggressive copperhead. He doesnt pinch the snake behind the head, he lets the snake move freely in his hands. This is amazing. I recommend it to everybody. You have never seen anything like this on TV or anywhere else. more

“A great place!!”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Richmond, VA
Nov 2, 2005

The zoo is wonderful. Mark and Jen are so comitted to the care and well being of these beautiful animals. We went on a Friday and were so captivated by the zoo, we returned on Saturday and spent the whole day. We truly appreciated the opportunity to learn about the animals and their care and history from Mark and Jen.... more

“It's the best Zoo experience I've had”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Springfield, VA
Jun 20, 2005
6/6 found this review helpful

This is a small zoo owned and operated by Mark and Jennifer Kilby. The first part is the reptile exhibit and is indoors. The other animals are outdoors in cages, with a petting area that has goats and other friendly farm animals that stick their heads through the fence to be hand fed. The entire zoo is clean, well kept,... more

“Now--The LURAY ZOO--Great Stop for Kids”
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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Luray,VA
Jul 25, 2004
6/6 found this review helpful

We just visited the Luray Zoo a few weeks ago after moving to Luray 3 years ago. We are glad we did! They have really made this place into a special little zoo. The owners are great and you can tell they put their whole lives into this place. They really love their animals. This is a rescue zoo so... more

“Get there at feeding time”
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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Newport News, VA
Apr 18, 2003
13/13 found this review helpful

We went around Mother's Day 2001. We didn't know it existed. We went to Luray Caverns right down the street and decided to look around the area. What a treat. We got there at feeding time and the kids were amazed. The snakes are huge!Well worth it! more

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Luray Reptile Center, Dinosaur Park & Petting Zoo Address

1087 US Hwy 211 West, Luray, VA
Tel: (540) 743-4113