🦁 Zoos & Aquariums for Kids in St. Anthony, MN

Como Park Zoo & Conservatory is a beloved Twin Cities gem offering free admission to see polar bears, giraffes, lions, and more in well-designed habitats. The stunning Marjorie McNeely Conservatory features tropical gardens and seasonal flower shows, while the authentic Japanese garden provides a peaceful escape,all without the hefty price tag of most major zoos.

SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium offers an immersive underwater adventure in the heart of Bloomington's Mall of America complex. Kids can walk through a spectacular 300-foot ocean tunnel with sharks swimming overhead, get hands-on at interactive touch pools with sea stars and anemones, and meet thousands of fascinating sea creatures from seahorses to stingrays. The indoor setting makes it a perfect year-round destination regardless of Minnesota's weather.