Best Zoos & Aquariums in Asheville for Kids & Families

2 family-friendly zoos & aquariums with age ratings and parent tips.

1 listing is outdoor. Qualified listings include age fit, stroller notes, cost signals, and practical planning tips.

By Kit, KidPaths editor

Reviews family planning details across KidPaths city guides.

This Asheville page currently has 2 qualified listings in zoos & aquariums that passed KidPaths' listing and photo checks. Start your comparison with LaZoom Tours, Santa’s Land Fun Park & Zoo, then use the age, cost and visit-length notes to narrow the list.

1 option works indoors or in mixed weather. 2 picks fit toddlers and 2 picks fit big kids.

Start near opening, choose the animals your kids care about most and keep an indoor or seated break in reserve. Large campuses can turn one exciting stop into too much walking.

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LaZoom Tours

4.8 stars

The city tour feels like a moving comedy show, with a lively guide, Asheville facts, music, costumes, surprise characters, and kid-centered sketches a

Ages 5-12 for the Lil Boogers tour; all ages are permitted, but loud sounds and energetic characters may not suit every younger child.Indoor & OutdoorFour ticketed Lil Boogers riders cost from $116 at the published starting price of $29 each

Santa’s Land Fun Park & Zoo

4.3 stars

Children can meet Santa, receive a Good Conduct Diploma, ride the Rudicoaster and other small rides, see animals, use paddle boats and volunteer durin

Ages 2-10, especially children who like gentle rides, animals and meeting SantaOutdoor$120 plus tax when all four visitors are age 2 or older; children under 2 enter free

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