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    Critter Meet and Greet

    See local reptiles up close and learn how to safely share the Lowcountry

    From$9/ person

    Duration

    3 hrs

    Includes

    Live animals, Hands-on holding

    Highlights

    Drop by the Museum for a casual meet and greet to learn about alligators, snakes, and other fun critters that share Hilton Head Island. See animals up close, get hands-on, and learn how to safely share the Lowcountry with them.

    • Learn about alligators, snakes, and local wildlife
    • See animals up close in a casual drop-in setting
    • Get hands-on with safe, supervised interactions
    • Hold a critter or two during the program
    • Take pictures with your favorite critters

    Things to know

    Children must be accompanied by a participating adult. Open June 1–August 12 for Summer 2026 on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM; drop in any time. Capacity is limited and the program is held outdoors; an alternate location may be used in inclement weather.

    Cancellation policy

    You may cancel up to 24 hours in advance and receive a refund less a $5 booking fee. Within 24 hours of the program there will be no refund.

    Meeting location

    Critter Meet and Greet is held outdoors in the Bird's Eye View Theater which is to the left of the Discovery House - look for signs when you arrive on site.

    Experience provided by Coastal Discovery Museum Hilton Head
    Experience provided by Coastal Discovery Museum Hilton Head

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    Adult

    $9.38

    Ages 13+

    0

    Child

    $9.38

    Ages 4-12

    0

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    4.7 stars• 1.9K reviews

    Review summary

    4.7
    Excellent
    1.9K reviews•Google Maps

    Visitors consistently praise this as an excellent starting point for understanding Hilton Head Island's rich history. The staff earns special recognition for being friendly and knowledgeable, genuinely enhancing the experience with their helpfulness and enthusiasm. What makes this spot particularly appealing is that it's completely free, though donations are welcomed and appreciated. Beyond the indoor exhibits covering plantation and marine life history, the real surprise lies outside. Beautiful walking trails wind through scenic gardens, including a celebrated Camellia Garden that blooms throughout the season. People love the self-guided walking paths that offer different perspectives, from nature views to art installations. The boardwalks and spectacular trees create photo-worthy moments at every turn. Most visitors find it's a fairly quick stop, but the context it provides genuinely enriches their entire island visit. Just remember to wear comfortable shoes since there's quite a bit of walking involved.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    What a fantastic museum. 2 year old daughter loved every minute of it. The walk is beautiful, and very interesting with the history and information on the wildlife and plants. Would have happily paid entry to these grounds, however it is free. They have optional donation box so we were able to donate. We didn’t have the time but I think you could spend almost an entire day here to see everything.

    Photo of Charley Treglown

    Charley Treglown

    2 months ago

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    What a fantastic museum. 2 year old daughter loved every minute of it. The walk is beautiful, and very interesting with the history and information on the wildlife and plants. Would have happily paid entry to these grounds, however it is free. They have optional donation box so we were able to donate. We didn’t have the time but I think you could spend almost an entire day here to see everything.

    Photo of Charley Treglown

    Charley Treglown

    2 months ago

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