Como Park Zoo & Conservatory

Como Park Zoo & Conservatory Mission: "To inspire our public to value the presence of living things in our lives.”
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One of the last FREE zoos in the United States, Como is home to a wide array of animals and plants and welcomes visitors 365 days a year. Located right next to Como Town Amusement Park, Cafesjian's historic carousel, and Como Park, the Zoo and Conservatory are great fun for visitors of all ages. Some of Como's main attractions include a world-class polar bear exhibit, Polar Bear Odyssey, Gorilla F

orest, and Como Harbor, home to Sparky the Sea Lion! . The zoo is also home to a collection of large cats, hoofstock, wolves, birds, primates, orangutans, flamingos, sloths, seals and sea lions, and several other aquatic animals. The Marjorie McNeely Conservatory features six indoor gardens and several outdoor spaces, displaying thousands of beautiful plants each year. For more information about our attractions and to plan your visit, view our visitor guide at https://comozooconservatory.org/visitors/visitor-map-hours/


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08/30/2026

Kind of hot, definitely humid, and 100% chance of sprinkler fun! 💦🦭

Sparky knows exactly how to beat the heat: splash around, cool off, and turn an ordinary sprinkler into the best toy of the day.

🎉🐯🍉 Maks & Marisa are TWO! 🍉🐯🎉We’re celebrating a Two-tti Frutti Birthday for Maks and Marisa! 🎂🎈Our Amur tiger siblings...
08/29/2026

🎉🐯🍉 Maks & Marisa are TWO! 🍉🐯🎉

We’re celebrating a Two-tti Frutti Birthday for Maks and Marisa! 🎂🎈

Our Amur tiger siblings were born at Como on August 29, 2024, weighing just about 2.5 pounds each. Two years later, they’ve done a little growing… Maks now tips the scales at 326 pounds, while Marisa weighs in at 257 pounds!

And what better way to celebrate than with watermelon?! Tigers are carnivores, of course, but large fruits like watermelons make great enrichment. Maks and Marisa get to use those powerful teeth and claws to bite, claw, pounce on, and generally destroy their fruity birthday treats.

At two years old, they’re also becoming more independent. Maks now lives separately from his sister and mom Bernadette, while Marisa and Bernadette have the choice to spend time together.

Happy 2nd Birthday, Maks & Marisa! Here’s to two years of growing, playing, pouncing, and giving us plenty to smile about. 🧡🐯

📸🎥 Photos & video courtesy of Senior Keeper Jill and Zoo Apprentice Elise

Every visit to Como brings a new face, flower or unforgettable moment into view. Look one way and you may find a snow le...
08/27/2026

Every visit to Como brings a new face, flower or unforgettable moment into view. Look one way and you may find a snow leopard, polar bear or seal striking the perfect pose. Shift your gaze and you’ll discover colorful birds, impressive Nyala and tortoises taking life at their own pace. It’s all part of the beauty of a day spent exploring Como. Enjoy this collection of moments captured by Volunteer Steve! 📸

08/26/2026

Who remembers playing “Don’t Let the Balloon Touch the Floor”?

Our puffins play the pool edition. Wait until the ball gets dangerously close to the bottom, swoop in for the save, bring it back to the surface, let it go…and repeat.

A little enrichment, a lot of drama, and a 10/10 clutch performance. No hands required.



📹: Zookeeper Melanie

🐾🌿 Go beyond the ordinary at Como!Gather your club, coworkers, friends, or favorite group and explore Como Park Zoo & Co...
08/25/2026

🐾🌿 Go beyond the ordinary at Como!

Gather your club, coworkers, friends, or favorite group and explore Como Park Zoo & Conservatory from a whole new perspective with a guided Group Tour.

Designed for adults, each tour is filled with fascinating stories about Como’s animals, plants, people, and history, along with opportunities to connect with the zookeepers and gardeners who make it all possible.

Bring your group. Bring your curiosity. We’ll take care of the adventure!

Learn more and book your tour: https://comozooconservatory.org/como/group-tours/

The two Monday moods:“Good morning! It’s a brand-new week!”“Please don’t talk to me yet.” 😄     📷: Volunteer Steve Solmo...
08/24/2026

The two Monday moods:
“Good morning! It’s a brand-new week!”
“Please don’t talk to me yet.” 😄



📷: Volunteer Steve Solmonson

Educator Ashley & Horticulturist Victoria are back at it again for the 2026 Waterlily Weigh-Off! 💪 Head over to Instagra...
08/22/2026

Educator Ashley & Horticulturist Victoria are back at it again for the 2026 Waterlily Weigh-Off! 💪 Head over to Instagram to check out Como's entry and cast your vote for fan favorite!⭐️

The Queen of Como is feeling 22! 👑Chloe celebrated her 22nd birthday this week! Please join in wishing her a happy birth...
08/20/2026

The Queen of Como is feeling 22! 👑

Chloe celebrated her 22nd birthday this week! Please join in wishing her a happy birthday! 🦥

📷: Zookeeper Gina

This week’s Throwback Thursday takes us from 1904 to 1954! 📸These photos capture Como’s Victoria water lilies in 1904, a...
08/20/2026

This week’s Throwback Thursday takes us from 1904 to 1954! 📸

These photos capture Como’s Victoria water lilies in 1904, a visitor feeding a bear in 1930, a monkey receiving care in 1937, and the former Monkey Island in 1954.

Some things look familiar, while others show just how much zoos and standards of animal care have changed over the years. What has remained constant is Como’s place in the memories of generations of visitors.

Do you remember Monkey Island, or another Como attraction from years gone by?

Happy International Orangutan Day!Today, we’re celebrating Markisa and her daughter, Kemala, while raising awareness of ...
08/19/2026

Happy International Orangutan Day!

Today, we’re celebrating Markisa and her daughter, Kemala, while raising awareness of their endangered relatives in the wild.

This year’s celebration also carries special meaning as we remember Jambu, who died in February after more than 30 years at Como. We also fondly remember Amanda, a longtime Como orangutan and a favorite among generations of visitors, who died in 2022. Their personalities, intelligence and gentle presence helped countless people form a lasting connection with orangutans.

Want to join the celebration? Download the free Orangutan SAFE International Orangutan Day Toolkit, filled with activities for orangutan fans of all ages! Test your knowledge with a word search or crossword, guide an orangutan through a rainforest maze, build a miniature orangutan nest, take on an orangutan-inspired feeder puzzle and discover simple conservation actions you can take at home.

Download the toolkit here:
https://www.azaorangutansafe.org/_files/ugd/17eefa_b88766c03a684aa59ca661127f9ca872.pdf

From choosing products made with certified sustainable palm oil to reducing food and paper waste, every action can help protect orangutans and their rainforest homes.

Celebrate with us by sharing your favorite memories and photos of Como’s orangutans. ❤️



📷: Volunteer Steve Solmonson

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1225 Estabrook Dr
Saint Paul, MN
55103

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Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

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