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Zoos & Farms & Animals

Meet animals up close at zoos, farms, and wildlife attractions around Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.

Greensboro Science Center

4.7

(9,341 reviews)

4301 Lawndale Drive, Greensboro, NC, 27455

The Greensboro Science Center offers an engaging blend of an aquarium, museum, and zoo, where visitors can interact with zookeepers, watch live performances, and attend educational programs. From animal encounters to immersive exhibits, it’s a place where science and fun collide.

🚘 Distance: 315.7 miles away

Lazy 5 Ranch

4.6

(6,186 reviews)

15100 Mooresville Rd., Mooresville, NC, 28115

The Lazy 5 Ranch offers a safari-style adventure featuring over 750 animals from six continents. Visitors can tour by wagon or car, enjoying up-close encounters with exotic species. The ranch also hosts seasonal events and supports conservation efforts for endangered animals.

🚘 Distance: 324.5 miles away

Animal Park at the Conservators Center

4.9

(797 reviews)

676 E. Hughes Mill Road, Burlington, NC, 27217

Discover the Animal Park at the Conservators Center, where wildlife education comes alive. Journey along a three-quarter-mile guided path to meet over 20 species of animals. Offering public tours, private experiences, and educational programs, this wild retreat provides intimate wildlife encounters through knowledgeable guides and seasonal events.

🚘 Distance: 325.1 miles away

Dan Nicholas Park

4.7

(1,897 reviews)

6800 Bringle Ferry Road, Salisbury, NC, 28146

Explore Dan Nicholas Park, a 330-acre recreational haven established in 1968. This family-friendly destination offers diverse attractions including a scenic campground, peaceful lake, classic carousel, train rides, gem mining, nature center with aquarium, and animal habitats. Enjoy free admission to many park features, making it perfect for memorable family outings.

🚘 Distance: 332.0 miles away