What makes it 76% Couple-Friendly: Couples can share the hands-on tour and chat with keepers, finishing in under an hour; however, the child-oriented atmosphere and tight rooms give little privacy for romantic moments.
Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: Couples can join a guided tour and explore both exhibit rooms at a relaxed pace.
Join a Guided Bug Tour:
Follow an educator for about an hour to see and hold tarantulas, scorpions and more.
Tip: Arrive early to join the first tour and avoid peak crowds.
Self-Guided Exhibit Walk:
Explore two climate-controlled rooms showcasing ants, mantises, beetles and spiders.
Tip: Use the free audio guide on your phone for detailed species info.
Attend Accessibility Hour:
Enjoy a low-sensory, quieter visit every Wednesday from 11 am to 12 pm.
Tip: Mask use is required; bring your own or pick one at the entrance.
Purchase an Annual Pass:
Get unlimited entry for 365 days by applying today’s ticket price toward your pass.
Tip: Buy your pass on-site to save on return visits.

Lilia Cota Ley
We had a wonderful time at the bug zoo. The staff is super knowledgeable, kind and interesting. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and they were clearly very passionate about the bugs and their care. Would 100% come back just to hear Grey talk more about the bugs. They were fantastic. This zoo is a great short stop and a fun experience in Victoria. The gift shop has very interesting and unique...
Corey Skillman
We had an excellent time! Everyone was so friendly and knowledgeable. We learned new things about some of our favorite insects, and even got to hold a few. Great for kids, but a fun place to go if you're a curious adult.
Annie Isaak
This was definitely a unique experience! Lots of bugs to check out, not for those who fear bugs (such as myself) but still very interesting to learn about them! The staff was very kind and the tour guide was very sweet! This is definitely an attraction for younger kids so there were lots of little kids in there making it a little crowded but not bad! The gift shop had lots of options! I also got t...
Joyce Yuen
We came here on a weekday afternoon in the summer holiday. There was just a little wait at the ticket queue then we could go into the Bug Zoo right away. The Zoo area is not very big so kids can walk around and explore by themselves quite freely. There were 2 staff there in different corners showing and explaining to visitors about different bugs. They are so knowledgeable and delivered detailed a...
MOHAMED BIN HAMAD
The Victoria Bug Zoo was a huge hit with our kids! 🐞 From giant stick bugs to friendly tarantulas, every stop had a “Wow!” moment. The guides were amazing — patient, funny, and full of cool bug facts. The kids loved getting up close (and even holding some bugs!) while learning at the same time. It’s small, easy to explore, and packed with creepy-crawly fun. Perfect for curious little adventurers!...
Summer afternoons can be busy; choose weekday mornings or Wednesday Accessibility Hour for a quieter experience. Indoor climate control makes visits comfortable year-round.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
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| Two adult tickets | CAD 36 |
| Two adult tickets | CAD 36 |
| Total Estimated | CAD 36 |
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