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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The National Aviary in Pittsburgh is a hidden gem. They have private animal experiences with a sloth and penguins, but even the regular exhibits get you surprisingly close to the birds. There is a jungle room where they do regular feedings conducted by staff that bring the birds very close to patrons, and on good weather days they will do a presentation with the raptors (hawks, owls, other birds of prey) that is really amazing.

Just FYI that Pittsburgh actually punches well above its weight as a weekend destination with kids that is drivable from the DC area. Several other great museums, the incline, good food, very affordable and pretty easy to get around (including option of getting many places on the T if you get a hotel near one of the stops).[/quote]

Thanks for pumping up Pittsburgh - the Aviary is great.  Everything from large birds of prey to tropical birds to penguins.  My son, who loves animals, always would want to visit when we were in town seeing my folks.  The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium fun as well.

Outside of the DC area, but my son also loved going to the VA Aquarium in VA Beach.  There are (2) different buildings connected by a nice walking path that meanders along a tidal creek.

If you are in the Outer Banks, the NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island is a nice diversion for a morning or afternoon.  They have a sea turtle rescue center that was interesting as well.  You can pop around Manteo as well.

If in Florida on the Gulf Coast, the Mote Aquarium is Sarasota has a good combination of exhibits along with Manatees.  And finally, we recently visited the Loggerhead Marinelife Center in the Palm Beach area.  It's technically in Juno Beach.  Very large turtle rescue along with other marine life exhibits.

Good Luck!

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Don’t forget the Clearwater Marine Aquarium! The setting of the true story of a Dolphin Tale. OP, if your child has seen the Dolphin Tale movies he would love them. [/quote]

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