Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Gift Shop — Local services in Cleveland

We visited on a Wednesday in mid-April 2025.

There was a lot of construction going on near the entrance/ gift shop during our visit. I believe the shop was called "Wild Gifts". It was absurdly loud with the giant tractor jack hammer. I'm surprise the zoo staff checking tickets as we walked in didn't get provided ear protection. When we visited the gift shop on the way out, you could clearly hear the hammering inside the store as well. The staff complained about it but I don't think there was much they could do.

There was a nice variety of items inside. We purchase a couple pins for our collection (they had dozens to choose from, they were so good and so hard to pick) and also a conservation plushy with a really cool print. They had it in multiple animals but the only one that we saw the entire day actually one exhibit was the rhino so we purchase that one. Such a unique stuff animal we had to have it. There was also a ton of out of season apparel on clearance on racks everywhere.

The staff were all very nice and helpful during our entire visit. It probably helped that we never saw more than one other group at a time with us in...

There is a large assortment of animals and is very clean. I do feel bad about the small enclosures. They do try to have environmental enrichment for the animals but it is not sufficient unfortunately. The large cats pace almost constantly. The apes and monkeys are bored and often seem distressed with the behavior of the children and some adults that visit their enclosures. While I understand many of these animals may only exist in zoo in the future it would be better for them to have more space and enclosures that more closely matched their natural environment. It is great that they are kept clean, well fed and in healthy conditions. I also think it is great for kids and adults to go and fall in love with these amazing creatures and learn how to help save them and their...

Great variety! Something for everyone! Stuffed animals, clothing, jewelry, STEM games and toys, food, smart toys, books, mugs, just too much to list! They have a big inventory in this large gift shop. Prices are not outrageous for a gift shop. A kid with just a couple of bucks can find something or if you want to spend more than there lots of special items. We bought sharp looking tees, lovely bracelets, and chocolate covered bugs for snacking! I wish I had bought the cool "lighting" dome that my granddaughter was eyeing; it would have made a great birthday gift. If you want to shop, I recommend the...