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Minnesota Zoo
Zoo and Zoo Exhibit
Apple Valley
"Spring for the membership if you can, definitely worth it"(9 Tips)
"The splash pad area is very popular on those hot days."(3 Tips)
"round windows to the right of the shark tank"(2 Tips)
"Big bugs have been a great follow up to the dinosaurs."(3 Tips)
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St. Paul Farmers’ Market at the Minnesota Zoo Wednesdays | Noon – 4:00 pm July 9 - September 3
Robert O'ConnellApril 10, 2012Go first thing in the morning . . . or later in the evening to avoid the crowds.
Kari SvobodaJune 2, 2012Zoo does not have straws for drinks. Bring a cup with lid and straw from home.
Live in the area, with kids? Get a membership and save $ on everything.
If you get to the Zoo early in the morning or around 2 p.m. the grizzly bears will be up from their naps and playful. Read more
- Park in Gibbon Parking lot. The walk to the entrance is much quicker during the construction projects. Read more
- Go see the new penguin exhibit (2011). They're awesome!
- Meghan McInernySeptember 3, 2009The embedded round windows to the right of the shark tank are also a stellar place to take your kid's photo.
They do not have straws here for the safety of the animals. Bring your own if your kids need them.
Sean ScottMay 16, 2009at the shark tank. facing it go to the right side. embedded round windows make you feel like u are in the water
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- 8.8
"One of our favorite parts of the zoo. Especially in the winter. Sometimes we like to walk the trail backwards to see things from a new angle."
Tiffany Rupp - 8.5
"When you get the right mix of weather and music... This can be an amazing out door venue to see a show."
Grant Eull - 8.2
"Experience MN up close and personal. The trail is covered but is the same temperature as outside so dress accordingly."
Tiffany Rupp
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- 8.3
"Bring swimsuits if you want to play in the water. Great for those hot days."
Corina Abbey - 7.8
"Climbing on the rocks next to the window definitely allows you to take pictures better. I especially like the ones of them swimming in the water. Feeding time's great as well."
Pez - 7.5
"Though the path may be long you will be rewarded at the end with ice cream and cute farm animals. It's an educational experience for all. See a cow getting milked and pet a baby goat!"
Tiffany Rupp
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