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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nobody goes to the zoo anymore. Its ashame. There are so many cool things to see, and this is the only time that I will say it, (yup a full grown man) the animals are cute. I said it cute, the barn...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great Zoo!A lot of the exhibits are new, so the animals look happy and healthy. I was very impressed with how the animals were displayed, particularly in the discovery zone. The layout flowed very...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
love this place, kinda pricey but if you get a membership you only have to go once or twice to pay for it. I go there a few times a year, and because it's free once you have the membership you don't...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2008
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I can't believe the reviews here, either. There are over 2000 animals, representing 500 species. These people who didn't see animals must be blind or just not sure what an animal looks like. The animals at...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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Great family fun spot. The new Russia exhibit is great and the Minnesota exhibit has been remodeled. Friendly and knowledgeable volunteers all around. Lots of interactive stuff for the kids to learn from.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/07/2008
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We love the MN Zoo in Apple Valley--there have been a lot of improvements recently and both new and old features are great. If you are just an occasional visitor and a member of the Hennepin County Library,...
lilaguide.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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We have a family pass becuase we go there so often, Love the animals and the NEw exhibits are amazing.
lilaguide.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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We love the zoo, but this one you seem to walk forever to see very few animals.
lilaguide.com - user review - 07/11/2008
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My 2 year old son would go to the zoo every day if he could! We have a membership and it pays for itself by the 2nd visit. It also means it's okay to leave after an hour if your child is crabby, hungry, tired...
lilaguide.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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Living in MN it is nice to have something to do all year long. As a member it is wonderful to be able to go as often as you like and not feel as thoguh you need to see EVERYTHING in one day. We buy the...
lilaguide.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a nice zoo. it's small enough that you can get around the entire zoo in a leisurely day trip (even with young children). The exhibits weren't crowded on a Saturday. The animals have a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yesterday morning I woke up, mixed a bag of Cub Foods hash browns with a bunch of random stuff in my fridge, added eggs and feta and then stuck it in the oven to bake for an hour. While breakfast was...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The only zoos I've been to were the Los Angeles Zoo and the San Diego Zoo. The Los Angeles zoo is an embarassment to zoos, all the animals look tired and dry and ready to kill themselves by any means...
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2008
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It is such a great value to be a member as it is a great place to do a little outing when it is cold as there are many areas to see inside and of course a great place to go in the summer. The family rate for...
lilaguide.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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As a member, the zoo is one of my favorite places to take the kids. It doesn't overwhelm you with places that make you spend money and the kids get to walk for hours, inside and out! We love the farm and...
lilaguide.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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A great place to go and it never gets old. Get the membership so you can go just for an hour or two. The new exhibit is opening this summer and the new Minnesota Trail is beautiful. We spend a lot of time here...
lilaguide.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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Animals kids = good fun. Great place for the whole family
lilaguide.com - user review - 04/11/2008
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The MN Zoo is a great zoo and enjoyable place to bring the whole family. They have many different animal exhibits, and a huge indoor facility when the weather is bad (which is most days!). There's a dolphin...
lilaguide.com - user review - 04/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My absolute favorite venue for music in the twin cities. catch a show here. complete with sunset over a lake and wild animals. ! that's right, iLIVE MUSIC!
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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The Minnesota Zoo is a great place to spend some time exploring. They have various trails set up based on regions of the world or area. There is plenty of outdoor space and lots to see inside as well. It is...
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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We LOVE the zoo!
lilaguide.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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Most people think of going to the Zoo in summer, but this Zoo is just as visitable in summer as it is in winter. Most of the exhibits are indoors. If you are adventurous, you can still venture outdoors in...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/20/2008
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I love this place. I loved it when I was younger and I love it now. The exhibits are very educational as well as visually appealing. The aquarium is our favorite!
lilaguide.com - user review - 01/17/2008
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Our kids have fun here but its way to expensive and they don't have alot of animals! Might as well go to como for free!
lilaguide.com - user review - 01/17/2008
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The new Minnesota exhibit is fun and the presses make nice keepsakes for scrapbooks. My son loved the underwater fish exhibit and the wolves. It might be a little hard for small babies to see the animals...
lilaguide.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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It may be somewhat expensive, but if you get a museum pass from the library (sadly only lets in 2 free now) you can save. There's so much to do and see. If it rains, stay inside. If it's beautiful walk around...
lilaguide.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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We have a family memebership and can go as often as we like! My kids love the farm and all of the trails! It's a fun place to see all of the animals! And the membership paid for itself in three visits! We've...
lilaguide.com - user review - 08/25/2007
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I wouldn't waste the trip or the money! The place was overgrown with weeds and yet they were still spending millions on a new area for new animals to come when they haven't even faced the problems they have...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2007
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a great zoo that's perfect for a couple of hours of fun... lots of animals... a little pricey to get in... the Discovery Bay is amazing and very entertaining for children of all ages... the exhibits are...
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/08/2007
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Minnesota Zoo is home to more than 2000 animals, which are divided into 5 areas: Minnesota Trail, Northern Trail, Tropics Trail, Discovery Bay and Family Farm. I would also recommend checking out one ...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/07/2006
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Children love to go to the Minnesota Zoo to see all of the animals. It is a long distance from where I live, so I do not go there often. I do enjoy going down the different trails to see the different animals;...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/22/2006
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Great deal - kids under 3 are free for membership purposes. And my tot loves it every time, indoors or out
lilaguide.com - user review - 04/16/2006
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Affordable-join for a year's membership. Good for running around indoors in the winter and out in the summer.
lilaguide.com - user review - 04/09/2006
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There are so many great animal to watch.
lilaguide.com - user review - 01/31/2006
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Great family activity with many special exhibits and shows. Baby farm animal event in the spring is a yearly favorite. Membership is a great deal and pays for itself in 2-3 visits.
lilaguide.com - user review - 01/28/2006
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I remember going on field trips to the Minnesota Zoo and waiting nearly all year with great anticipation. There are varieties of animals from nearly every continent, including lions, tigers, and bears...
judysbook.com - user review - 12/29/2005
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t's a little out of the way and costs more than Como Zoo in St. Paul (8 bucks compared to free), but the Minnesota Zoo does an excellent job in displaying animals in their natural habitats. They have ...
judysbook.com - user review - 12/27/2005
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What a terrific zoo to visit on a dreary winter day. This zoo is only closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas so it is fun thing to do with your kids on a winter weekend for a change of pace. THe animals and...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/26/2005
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They have a wonderful shows exhibits are really great. . They have the tram to ride which you have to pay extra for. I don't know that it is worth it there are not a lot of animals to see there and i...
judysbook.com - user review - 11/20/2005
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We're members at the Minnesota Zoo and enjoy going once a month or so. Recently they've update the look of many exhibits--a great improvement. They are adding a new Africa trail which should bring more fun...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/15/2005
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We have a family zoo pass that we renew every year. This is a great year round zoo. IN the summer we go and walk all the trails and see the animals in their natural environment (no cages, and the fences are...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/13/2005
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There is no doubt, the Minnesota Zoo is pricey. Definately look at the season pass options. For our family, we figured out by just going two times during the year, the pass paid for itself. Also as a...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/11/2005
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Minnesota zoo is by far the best zoo we have ever visited! There is so much to do, you almost need the whole to spend there. One of our favorite things was the camel rides! You can have your picture taken as...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/10/2005
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The Minnesota Zoo has a lot of animals. They have a lot of exhibits also. The dolphins are a huge hit with our family. We like that there is a lot to look at. However, we think that the zoo is really lacking...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/10/2005
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They have a wonderful dolphins show which I just love. And the inside exhibits are really great. I think they change the main one every year. They have the tram to ride which you have to pay extra for. I don't...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/10/2005
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They have a wonderful dolphins show which I just love. And the inside exhibits are really great. I think they change the main one every year. They have the tram to ride which you have to pay extra for...
judysbook.com - user review - 11/10/2005
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The zoo is a great way to get outdoors and walk with your kids. We have an annual membership, so we can stay as long or as little as we like.
lilaguide.com - user review - 10/01/2005
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The Minnesota Zoo in Apple Valley has a number of buildings so it's a great place to go in the winter as well. Of course, it's lots of fun in the summer, too. They have a farm area where kids can touch farm...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/24/2005
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First of all, the zoo is only 10 minutes from my house. Therefore, it is extremely convenient for me. The daily admission prices are ridiculous, but the annual memberships are definitely worth it. ...
judysbook.com - user review - 09/23/2005
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So the prices are a little steep but we are very lucky to have such a great zoo nearby. I visit the MN zoo at least once a year with my family and every time is a new experience. They are continuall...
judysbook.com - user review - 09/15/2005
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Minnesota Zoo is one of the those places entire family can enjoy and never get tired of it. I especially like indoor exhibits, you can spend hours just watching monkeys! There is even an exhibit of nocturnal...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/02/2005
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Minnesota Zoo is one of the best places entire family can enjoy and never get tired of it. I especially enjoy indoor exhibits. There is even an exhibit of nocturnal animals, so one can see them while ...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/29/2005
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I wish the Minnesota Zoo wasn't so expensive. I think I'd go there more often. Great place for kids to learn about animals in their (man-made) natural habitats. My mom brought me there every Tuesday when I was...
lilaguide.com - user review - 08/21/2005
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The Minnesota Zoo is a wonderful place to spend some quality time with your family. Our family owns a membership and the price is well worth it, especially since parking is $5 without it! There are ...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/21/2005
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The Minnesota Zoo has a lot of animals. They have a lot of exhibits also. The dolphins are a huge hit with our family. We like that there is a lot to look at. However, we think that the zoo is rea...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/18/2005
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This is not just a zoo, most people don't realize that. Yes, they have LOTS of varieties of animals, name one and it's likely they have it. But they also have an amplitheater that plays host to seve...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/17/2005
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For several years we have visited the MN Zoo during the holidays for Walk the Wild Lights. We have also visited the zoo during the regular season too. They have a good variety of animals and activit...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/10/2005
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Great place for the whole family and definitely get a membership if you go more than once a year because with admission for each and then paying for parking it pays for itself in 2 visits. The zoo ca...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/09/2005
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Minnesota Zoo provides a fun experience for everyone, with or without children. It is one of the better zoos that we have been to, with tons of different animals and much to see and do. We especially enjoyed...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2005
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Minnesota Zoo provides a fun experience for everyone, with or without children. It is one of the best zoos, with tons of different animals and much to see. We especially enjoyed the dolphin show and...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/06/2005
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The Minnesota Zoo is one of favorite family mainstays. We have had a membership for the last 5 years and we are convinced that is the way to go. It doesn't take many visits to break even and it redu...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/05/2005
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I feel the Minnesota Zoo does not have enough animals to see. We felt like most of our time was spent walking from one place to another and not seeing that many animals. The price of admission was not...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/01/2005
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Great new exhibits such as the tropics and tiger lair. The dolphin show is good as well. I have heard the bird show is great, but have never been. If you are a member you can join camps for kids during the...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2005
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Minnesota Zoo is by far the best zoo we have ever visited yet! There is so much to do and see you almost need the whole day to do it all. This zoo is great for the little kids and people of all ages...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/24/2005
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The Minnesota Zoo is a great place for adults and children alike. They are open year-round and they've got both indoor and outdoor exhibits so you can enjoy the animals in any kind of weather. The w...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/08/2005
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I would go to the MN Zoo more often if it was not so expensive. The parking is $5, and the admission for adults if $12 per person. Children are $7. I find that for a family of four it is quite costly. I...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/28/2005
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The first thing we did after my daughter was born last summer was to purchase a membership to the zoo. It is such a wonderful place to spend some quality family time together. i feel it has a excellen...
judysbook.com - user review - 06/16/2005
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The Minnesota Zoo is a great zoo to take your young kids to. They have a petting zoo area so the kids can feed and pet the goats and other smaller animals. They have a good selection of wild animals the kids...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/02/2005
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We've been members of the Mn zoo for a few year now and we love it. My enjoy the Imax theatre almost every time we visit the zoo. The lemurs were a nice addition last year.
citysearch.com - user review - 04/23/2005
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A little pricey to get in, and I love the idea of the "natural" settings for the animals, but darned if I can see half of them because of this.
lilaguide.com - user review - 04/21/2005
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The Zoo is a fun place to visit, as you can see all the animals & they aren't caged in. the Dolphins area is a good area the show & watching the Dolphins. I also like the Tropical area. It is well marked out...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/16/2005
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we renew our membership year after year. the kid still enjoy it!
lilaguide.com - user review - 04/10/2005
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Beautiful zoo. Wear comfortable shoes!
lilaguide.com - user review - 04/08/2005
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Very FUn Outing! Best to go in the summer so you can do the farm!
lilaguide.com - user review - 04/07/2005
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Not a very cheap expeirence, but it is one to do. The exhibits are fantastic!
lilaguide.com - user review - 04/07/2005
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A nice zoo, but bring a stroller if you have little ones. The dolphin show is always fun and the monorail ride usually fascinates kids. Don't miss the working farm, which is open in the spring, summer, and...
lilaguide.com - user review - 04/04/2005
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This zoo is great! Lots of animals for the kids to look at and it's free!!
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/24/2005
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Very expensive for a family. But the atmosphere is great.
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/24/2005
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A diappointment. The dolphin show is good but the rest is only so/so. The indoor areas SMELL! not good for a pregnant mom. Nice if you have a good day and can walk the trails. Not many animals!
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/15/2005
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Great zoo with nice limited, specialty exhibits. Do not like to pay for parking in addition to zoo fee. . .food court area can get kind of hectic too.
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/10/2005
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Fun place for kids to learn. Great for any time of year. We like to go in the winter when they are doing their winter lights display.
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/05/2005
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This is a great zoo...lots to see, fun to return to, great idea for a membership - very affordable
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/03/2005
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I understand the animals need money to care for but it is a quite expensive day for a family of four.
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/03/2005
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a wonderful family outing!
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/03/2005
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If you don't mind the cold, go during the winter. All of the animals are more active and the zoo isn't as busy.
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/03/2005
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The Discovery Bay is amazing and wery entertaining for children of all ages.
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/03/2005
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this is a great zoo. We have membership with is worth it because sometimes we only go for an hour or two. Great outdoor bird show
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/02/2005
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There are places to sit in exhibits both indoors and outdoors to take a break. Outdoors they even have a playground for kids to blow off steam. The outdoor trails can get a little long for kids to walk, so the...
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/02/2005
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Part indoor, part outdoor. Not worth the ticket price if you go in the winter. Usually very busy in the summer. Ticket prices are HIGH. Lots of walking is required outdoors, bring a stroller, or pay the extra...
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/25/2005
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I was very disappointed in this zoo. The zoo hardly had any animals. The animals that they do have are farm type of animals. I was hoping to see elephants, zebras, giraffes, kangaroos, hipoos...animals like...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/18/2003
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I have traveled all over thje world and have visited zoos from Milwaukee to Shanghai and the MN Zoo is the biggest disaappointment for the money. The Como Zoo, although a little tacky, has a much more higher...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/10/2002
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I can't believe the reviews here. The MN zoo has alot of different kinds of animals. I have always loved the MN zoo. It is a fun place to walk and enjoy animals. Sometimes the animals don't cooperate and...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/20/2002
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I recently went to the zoo. I hadn't been there since it opened. I couldn't have been more disappointed. Hardly any animals at all! If they did have an animal there was like...one. We got in the car and went...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/19/2002
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