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Luray Zoo - A Rescue Zoo

1087 US Hwy 211 West, Luray, VA 22835
(540) 743-4113
Ranked #5 of 12 attractions in Luray
4.0 of 5 stars 32 Reviews
Type: Zoos
Description: Rescue zoo, over 250 animals, shows from memorial day through labor day, over 3 acres, fun for all ages.
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virginia
Senior Contributor
32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2012

It was not to big and not much to see but all they had they made it worth seeing More

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Manassas, Virginia, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2012

Always enjoy the zoo, not overwhelming like the bigger zoos, easier to view animals. Petting zoo and jeep a big hit. Suggestion would be to have available sponsorships for animals available in gift shop-kids wanted to see who could be sponsored, but info not seen. More

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Lurayrescuezoo, Owner at Luray Zoo - A Rescue Zoo, responded to this review
April 21, 2012

We are glad to hear that you all had a great visit at the zoo! I am sorry about not having any more sponsor forms available in the gift shop; they are in print now and should have some soon. You are able to sponsor any of the animals here at Luray zoo. If you go to lurayzoo.com you can... More

Fairfax Station, Virginia
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

This is not a major city zoo by any stretch, but the smallness of it makes it more intimate. My 3-year-old granddaughter absolutely loved being able to feed the goats and other animals at the back end (bring lots of quarters to buy the food). Easy to find, easy to park - Wal Mart's across the street. It's a great... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 26, 2012

Very nice people, very informative. Definitely add to you Luray day trip. More

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Lurayrescuezoo, Owner at Luray Zoo - A Rescue Zoo, responded to this review
April 21, 2012

We are very happy that you enjoyed your visit and had a great time! More

Hammond, Louisiana
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2012

My husband, granddaughter, and I recently visited Luray Zoo on our way home from Washington D.C. All of us being animal lovers, we were pleased to see the care and attention each of the animals apparently received. Our granddaughter was thrilled to feed the goats, donkey, pig, and yaks. Although small, this zoo is worth visiting. After we had left... More

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Lurayrescuezoo, Owner at Luray Zoo - A Rescue Zoo, responded to this review
March 19, 2012

We are very happy you enjoyed your trip! More

Charlotte, North Carolina
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2012

The Luray Zoo is a great stop while you are in the area and while the animal collection is, admittedly, modest, what can you expect for a small town like Luray? The animals they have are some of the most intriguing, though, and you'll spend more time looking at them than the insect gallery at your big-city zoo. The serpentarium... More

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Gates, North Carolina
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed February 17, 2012

The collection of animals is nice, however, we were closely followed by the owner & it was menacing to say the least. He is very rude & obviously biased towards certain animals, demeaning any light conversation and not leaving us to enjoy his establishment. It was not a pleasant experience & we would rather have avoided it altogether in retrospect. More

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Lurayrescuezoo, Owner at Luray Zoo - A Rescue Zoo, responded to this review
February 18, 2012

The overwhelming majority of visitors enjoy my presents while touring the zoo. The visitor gets to learn about the animals from the one who works with them and gets to hear the individual stories about any of the animals the visitor wants to know about. I’m honest and to the point when talking to people about the animals in our... More

Orange, Virginia
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 26, 2012

Mark and his wife and crew have done an excellent job putting this place together, and rescuing some animals that no one else could rescue; alligators and monkeys and bobcats and turtles...plus many more...you will see some very different creatures here, and have a great tour. Please be generous with your donations! More

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Lurayrescuezoo, Owner at Luray Zoo - A Rescue Zoo, responded to this review
February 8, 2012

We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your visit! We really appreciate the poitive feedback. Hope to see you agian in the future! Thanks Mark&Christine Kilby Owners of Luray Zoo More

Virginia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 22, 2011

Rainy day visit and we got a personal tour of the zoo. Very knowledgeable staff and wonderful animals. Will be returning again and again. More

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Annapolis, Maryland
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 5, 2011

Great place to stop . The kids love the petting zoo!l More

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