Como Zoo
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1225 Estabrook Drive
Saint Paul, MN 55103
24-hour Information: 651-487-8200
Customer Service: 651-487-8201
The Como Zoo and Marjorie McNeely Conservatory are a great asset to Minnesota families. They are both free, but a voluntary donation of $2 per adult and $1 per child is appreciated. Parking is also free. The zoo and conservatory are open all year round, and the conservatory s especially enjoyable in the winter when families can get a taste of the tropics despite the frigid Minnesota weather. The zoo is appealing to families with young children since you can go for an hour and call it quits if your kids get a case of the crabbies without a large financial commitment. There are ample grounds for picnics and refreshments can be purchased on site. Besides the typical animal exhibits the zoo is adjacent to Como Town which is the newly remodeled amusement park for young children. The rides are great fun and reasonably priced. Some rides allow parents to join their youngsters for free. An unlimited seasonal ride pass can be purchased for about $60 per child. Don’t forget to view the entertaining seal show in the summer! The zoo also offers birthday parties which start at about $150 for 15 guests.
Winter hours (October - March): 10am - 4pm
Summer hours (April - September): 10am - 6pm
During inclement weather, some animals may be off display and some exhibits or gardens may be closed.
Educational Classes at the Zoo:
The zoo hosts a variety of educational classes for children and families ages 3 and up. Most classes are a few hours in duration and most include and animal encounter. To register, visit their website.
Programs for 3s
Designed for children age 3 with an adult partner, these programs encourage family learning and foster environmental awareness. When applicable, live plant or animal encounters are included. Parents are free. Kids are about $12.
Preschool Classes for 4’s and 5’s
Parent/child preschool classes are offered two days per week. They are designed for preschool children age 4 and 5 accompanied with an adult. All classes include live animalor plant visits and/or tours. Parents are free! Kids are charged around $12.
Family Classes:
Designed for families and their children ages 5 and up (unless otherwise noted) these classes tend to be longer in length and cover more in depth material. Fees run about $12 per person.
If you present the Museum Adventure Pass available at the public library, you will receive buy-one-get-one free meals at the Zobota cafe OR 5 free ticket rides to Como Town Amusement Park. The pass offers additional discounts, as well.
NEW Exhibit!!! Be sure to check out Blooming Butterflies at the Conservatory, where 500 butterflies move freely around the garden habitat. About 300 new butterflies are released each week. The exhibit runs through September 7th.
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