Garden Safari Gifts is open daily during public hours at Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. Please note you need to make a reservation at Como to shop at Garden Safari Gifts. (Make a reservation.) Owned and operated by Como Friends, proceeds from Garden Safari Gifts help support programs and improvements at Como Zoo and the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory.
Locations: Como Visitor Center and near Polar Bear Odyssey
Summer hours (April 1-September 30): 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Winter hours (October 1-March 31): 10:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m.
Contact Garden Safari Gifts at gardensafarigifts@comofriends.org or by calling 651-487-8222.
Gift Shops FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Garden Safari Gifts will not be renting wheelchairs, electric scooters or strollers until further notice.
Strollers, wheelchairs & electric scooters can be rented in Garden Safari Gifts. Per day, single strollers rent for $6.00, double strollers rent for $9.00, wheelchairs rent for $6.00 and electric scooters rent for $25.00. A valid ID is required as collateral. In addition, electric scooters require a major credit card. All rentals must be returned to Garden Safari Gifts before the Zoo and Conservatory close.
Can I buy memberships, animal or garden sponsorships or event tickets in the store?
Yes, all of these Como Friends items can be purchased in the store.
Do you sell gift certificates?
Yes, they can be purchased in any denomination.
Do you ship?
Yes, please call the store at 651.487.8222 for details.
What is your return policy?
All returns require the original receipt. Credit card purchases will be credited to the original card used. A merchandise credit, valid for one year, will be issued for all cash purchases.
Can I shop online?
Not at this time.
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