M-F 9AM – 4PM
SAT & SUN 9AM – 5PM
Last Car Out By 6:30PM
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Opening Times
The park is open 7 days a week with seasonal hours so guests can plan the best time for their visit. Tap below to view the full hours schedule, including last admission times and holiday closures.
Getting Here
The Virginia Safari Park is located in Rockbridge County, just off exits 180/180-B on I‑81 in Natural Bridge, Virginia. Use your favorite map app or GPS to navigate, then enjoy a scenic drive through the Shenandoah Valley on your way to a wild day at the park.
Virginia Safari Park
229 Safari Ln
Natural Bridge, VA 24578
Events
Stay connected with everything happening at the Safari Park! From seasonal celebrations to special themed days at the park, there’s always a new event to look forward to. Tap below to explore the latest park news and upcoming events.
Finding Your Way Around
Get to know the zoo before you arrive with an easy-to-read park map. Use the map to locate exhibits, dining, restrooms, play areas, and more so you can make the most of your visit.
Tap below to open the full park map page and start planning your route around the zoo.
DISCOVER OUR PARK
You can interact with our animals safely from your vehicle while exploring our drive-thru safari, on foot walking through our Safari Village, or up close during a special, behind-the-scenes encounter with sloths, rhinos, or penguins.
DISCOVER OUR PARK
Safari Village
FEEDING
Aviary
Safari Drive-Thru
PLAN
YOUR VISIT
Opening Times
The Park is open 7 days a week with seasonal hours so guests can plan the best time for their visit. Tap below to view the full hours schedule, including last admission times and holiday closures.
Getting Here
The Virginia Safari Park is located in Rockbridge County, just off exits 180/180-B on I‑81 in Natural Bridge, Virginia. Use your favorite map app or GPS to navigate, then enjoy a scenic drive through the Shenandoah Valley on your way to a wild day at the park.
Virginia Safari Park
229 Safari Ln
Natural Bridge, VA 24578
Events
Stay connected with everything happening at the Safari Park! From seasonal celebrations to special themed days at the park, there’s always a new event to look forward to. Tap below to explore the latest park news and upcoming events.
Finding Your Way Around
Get to know the park before you arrive with an easy-to-read park map. Use the map to locate exhibits, dining, restrooms, play areas, and more so you can make the most of your visit.
Tap below to open the full park map page and start planning your route around the park.
PARK NEWS
Discover what’s new, from recent animal arrivals and baby births to updated habitats and exciting new encounters for guests. Learn how donations are making a difference every day, helping support animal care, conservation, and education programs.
Important Information
The Virginia Safari Park, a 180-acre drive-through park located in Natural Bridge, VA, is NOT associated with the Natural Bridge Zoo, which is also located in Natural Bridge.
Our official website is www.virginiasafaripark.com. Please beware of copycat imitations. Again, the Virginia Safari Park is NOT associated with the Natural Bridge Zoo and never has been.
Thank you for your understanding.
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