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More than 600 animals are displayed in spacious, naturalistic exhibits. Giraffe, zebra, gazelles, kangaroos, ostrich, camels, waterfowl, chimpanzees, tigers (1 white), lions, and a new nocturnal exhibit featuring bats and sloths, and more than 200 monkeys are just some of the animals currently at the zoo.
Hours are 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Monday through Saturday.
Closed Sundays.
8300 Beaver Bridge Road
804-739-5666
Southside Speedway
NASCAR runs every Friday night at the toughest short track in the South. Races are held from April to September at the one-third mile asphalt oval track. The track has been in operation for 50 years. Auto racing at the Southside Speedway is recognized as the longest continuous running professional sport in the metropolitan Richmond area. The arena seats about 4,200 fans and features family entertainment.
Genito Road
804-763-3567
Where to stay, eat
Chesterfield County has numerous hotels, motels and restaurants that offer a variety of accommodation styles and menus at price ranges suitable for all budgets to those looking for more elaborate offerings.
For more information about regional attractions outside of Chesterfield County, log on to www.virginia.org.