The Como Zoo located in St. Paul, Minnesota is far more then just a zoo. The Como Zoo has a conservatory, an amusement park, mini golf, a carousel and Como Town. There’s so much to do and see at the Como Zoo and Conservatory without an entrance fee.
Recently, I had the opportunity to visit the Como Zoo and Conservatory. Multiple parking areas were made available, which made parking easy and finding the car again simple. The parking lots are surrounded with beautiful landscaping, which made the little walk to the entrance gate enjoyable. The entrance area was well marked and had maps available to help us plan our day at the zoo and conservatory. We were able to take photos of the animals and read information about each exhibit.
The Como Zoo and Conservatory is a free place to visit. Como Zoo and Conservatory is supported by donations of their visitors. Also, there are things you can do and participate in that help with funding the Como Zoo and Conservatory, such as buying a brick with your name on it or a loved ones name on it. You can have a plaque made and placed on a bench in the Como Zoo and Conservatory for a fee. To help out the Como Zoo and Conservatory, you could join the Polar Bear Club or make an annual donation. If you don’t have money to help out, don’t worry. You can still enjoy everything the Como Zoo and Conservatory have to offer.
The Marjorie McNeely Conservatory at the Como Zoo is filled with flowers year round. When the cold of winter has you down or the heat of Summer has you wilting, the climate controlled gardens at the Como Zoo and Conservatory is a great place to hang out. There’s exotic plants on display. You’ll have Tropical Encounters, stop and smell the Orchids and more. Take time to smell the flowers.
There are a number of animals at the Como Zoo, including the lions, Orangutan, Gorilla, Sea Lion, Polar Bear, Seal and many more. At specific times during the day, there is food available to feed the sea lions. Also, there are shows done by the Polar Bear, the Seal named “Sparky” as well as other special things going on through out the zoo.
There’s many educational programs at the Como Zoo. Education for young children up through adults. Also, they are very accommodating of groups with tours. Also A Garden Club Program, as well as teacher Workshops.
The Como Zoo and Conservatory has a number of picnic areas for you to enjoy a lunch and relax in. Food is offered within the Como Zoo. However, you may bring items from home to enjoy in the picnic areas.
The children will love Como Town, a whole place filled with rides just for them. There is a fee to ride the rides in Como Town, however, if you plan ahead and look for possible discounts or wrist band days, you can save some money. Don’t forget a game of mini golf or a ride on the Carousel to complete your day at the Como Zoo and Conservatory.
If you’re in St. Paul, Minnesota with your family, on business or just looking for a nice place to go for a walk, the Como Zoo and Conservatory is highly recommended.
