Washington Serpentarium (The)

For just being a off-the-beaten track 'roadside attraction', this Serpentarium far exceeded expectations, especially for the admission price. As advertised, you can see up close most recognized top 10 venomous snakes (including Black Mamba, Taipan, and King Cobra(!)), plus many other exotic and rare reptiles: albino alligator, reticulated python, rare amphibians and monitor lizards, and an extraoridinary alligator snapper turtle. Handling some small non-venomous snakes is also included in the admission price. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Overall very entertainig and educational, for both adults and children. This gem of an exhibit has a dangerous snake exhibit that rivals that of most major city zoos, including Seattle's Woodland Park Zoo (the Serpentarium actually has a more extensive collection). Highly recommended! (Michael and Terrel, July 31, 2004, Seattle, Wa)