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🦁 Zoos & Aquariums for Kids in Burnsville, MN

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Minnesota Zoo zoo in Apple Valley, MN🦁 Zoo
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Minnesota Zoo

★4.6(16,056)$$4 mi · Apple Valley

The Minnesota Zoo offers an exceptional family adventure across 485 acres featuring animals from around the world in naturalistic habitats. With both indoor and outdoor exhibits, interactive experiences, an IMAX theater, and miles of trails, this Apple Valley destination provides year-round exploration opportunities that captivate children while educating them about wildlife conservation.

🕑 4-6 hours for a full experience including both indoor and outdoor trails, though you could easily spend an entire day if catching an IMAX show and multiple animal encounters
🐠 Aquarium

SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium

$$6 mi · Eagan

SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium at Mall of America offers an immersive underwater adventure where kids can walk through a stunning 300-foot ocean tunnel surrounded by sharks, sea turtles, and thousands of fish. The interactive touch pools and hands-on activities make marine learning exciting for children, while the convenient indoor location means it's perfect for any weather.

🕑 1.5-2.5 hours

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