Where is the Como Zoo entrance?
Click HERE to visit our FAQ page for more information you’ll want to know before your visit to Como Park Zoo & Conservatory Enter on Cleveland Court, which is between the Carousel and Como Town
How much does it cost to go to Como Zoo?
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory is admission free We do ask for a voluntary donation of $4 for adults and $2 for children which enable us to care for Como’s plant and animal collections
Is Como Park Zoo free?
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory is free and open to newcomers and frequent visitors alike all year long
Do you have to wear masks at Como Zoo?
For the safety of our staff, animals, and guests we are requiring all persons to wear face coverings/masks while indoors AND outdoors at the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory Face shields are not the equivalent of a mask
Is Como Zoo or Minnesota Zoo better?
We have the Minnesota Zoo at 4th in our overall rankings, and Como Park at 35th The Minnesota Zoo takes the 5-2 victory in our Zoo vs Zoo Twin Cities competition!Jan 23, 2019
Which zoo in Minnesota is free?
Admission to both the Como Zoo and Marjorie McNeely Conservatory is always free and a voluntary donation is appreciated
Is there elephants at Como Zoo?
Nine of the 10 most popular zoo species are found at Como (only elephants are missing) and if you have kids, or ever were a kid, you know that Como is a family tradition for thousands of Minnesotans “If you go to the Minnesota Zoo, you might see three kinds of buffaloes, and that rings the bell too, sometimes
Can you bring pets to the Como Zoo?
Pets Pets are not allowed on Zoo and Conservatory grounds Service animals are permitted, but may cause undue stress on zoo animals In this case, the owner may be requested to remove their service animal from a building or the zoo grounds
Is Como Zoo good?
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory Named the Best Family Attraction in Minnesota! We are extremely proud to announce that we have been recognized as the best family attraction in Minnesota by Vacation Home Rentals , a TripAdvisor company!
Is Como town open during Covid?
Como Town occasionally closes due to inclement weather or special considerations Please call (651) 487-2121 to confirm hoursComo town Hours Monday Closed Wednesday Closed Thursday Closed Friday Closed Saturday 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
How big is the Como Zoo?
384 acres
Can you feed the giraffes at Como Zoo?
Get closer than ever to the gentle giants of Como Zoo! The Feeding Station features a gated feeding area where visitors can purchase a leaf of romaine lettuce browse for $5 to feed the giraffe There is also a separate, non-gated deck for viewing and photography
Does Como Zoo have a splash pad?
Water Park Splash Pads Highland Park Aquatic Center, Como Regional Park Pool, and Great River Water Park also have splash pads available for use with paid water park admission
Is Como Zoo ethical?
After the inspections, zoo officials are interviewed at a formal hearing of AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission The AZA says the accreditation of Como “demonstrates that it is dedicated to protecting species and educating its visitors about the natural world”Sep 23, 2015
Whats the biggest zoo in MN?
Minnesota Zoo (Apple Valley, MN) A crowd-pleasing favorite that’s always worth visiting, the Minnesota Zoo is the largest zoo in the upper Midwest with over 2,400 animals representing over 400 species
How many animals are at the Como zoo?
1,700
Can you bring food into the Minnesota Zoo?
You Can Pack a Lunch; But You Don’t Have To If you’d prefer to bring your food, there are several different areas where you can sit and enjoy it, picnic-style However, the zoo does have a restaurant and food cart, as well as several vending machines with snacks and beverages
What’s new at Como Zoo?
On June 3rd, 2021, Como Park Zoo & Conservatory held a ribbon cutting ceremony to officially open its newest exhibit, Como Harbor, the new seal and sea lion habitat This exhibit redesign and overhaul features three different pinniped species: two gray seals, two harbor seals, and four sea lions, including Sparky
When did Como Zoo open?
1897
Are there wolves at Como Zoo?
Leading up to Wolf Awareness Week (October 17-23), Como is excited to welcome two new resident wolves into Como’s Wolf Woods habitat, and announce the opening of a new wolf traveling exhibit
Are there lions at Como Zoo?
The two young lions are relatively recent arrivals to Como’s large cat building Mumford, who was born in 2016 at Colorado’s Pueblo Zoo arrived at Como in May 2019, and quickly endeared himself to visitors with his rock-star mane, ground-shaking roar and playful nature
Is Sparky the Seal still alive?
When he died in 2009 at the age of 31, Sparky had doubled the average life span of his wild cousins to become the second oldest male California sea lion in captivity The shift quickly lowered aggression between the seals and sea lions because they were no longer competing with each other for food
Do they sell beer at Como Zoo?
Enjoy full beer and wine pours and select restaurant options while learning about Como’s plants, animals and programs from zookeepers, horticulturalists and educators!Feb 27, 2020
What kind of animals does Como Zoo have?
Animals Arctic Fox Arctic Fox Species: Vulpes lagopus Bison Bison Species: Bison bison Cougar Cougar Species: Puma concolor Dall’s Sheep Dall’s Sheep Species: Ovis dalli Emperor Tamarin Emperor Tamarin Species: Leontopithecus chrysomelas Flamingo Flamingo Galapagos Tortoise Galapagos Tortoise Giraffe Giraffe
How many zoos are in Minnesota?
14 Zoos & Aquariums in Minnesota: Map, Photos, + Reviews
Is the Como Zoo privately owned?
Owned and operated by the Saint Paul Parks and Recreation division, the Como Park is a 384-acre park located within the city The Park offers a large area surrounding Como Lake dedicated to family and individual activities