With so much to see and do in St. Louis, it can sometimes be hard to decide where to start. These six places offer an amazing experience you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you are looking for something for the kids or adult activities, these places offer one of a kind experiences only found in St. Louis. Check out the list below to plan your next adventure.
Forest Park has all the natural beauty you would expect from a park. But it is also home to four of the best attractions in St. Louis that are completely free to visit. The St. Louis Zoo, History Museum, Art Museum, and Science Center all offer free admission every day of the year. You can have an amazing visit at any one of these places, without spending a dollar.
A true St. Louis creation, the City Museum offers activities you won't find anywhere else in the world. The ten-story slide, ball pit, multiple mazes, and caves were built for adults to enjoy too, making this a place where you join the kids in having fun. Every turn here offers something unexpected, from a huge pair of underwear posted on the wall, to the intricate mosaic designs of the interior. The City Museum also has a rooftop courtyard for viewing the city skyline.
Housed in a former turn-of-the-century family mansion, the Magic House is worth the trip just to tour the building. Fun for the whole family, the Magic House is especially adventurous for the little ones. They an touch the art, go shopping in a grocery store of pretend food, fish, take a turn on the slide and get hands-on with the interactive science based activities.
Throughout the year, Koken Art Factory hosts private parties as well as signature events open to the public. They are known for doing things a little differently, as in their monthly beer and yoga event. Their most popular event is held each February and is called Naughty Gras. With a mix of Marty Gras and the eclectic, this event features art and entertainment only for those old enough to drink. Koken Art Factory is located at 2500 Ohio Ave., St. Louis, Mo 63104.
The Fox Theater is an amazing venue to catch a show. Designed in a Byzantine style of over-the-top grandeur, the theater is truly a work of art. Stage shows run all year long at The Fabulous Fox and tours of the building are available on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Saturday tours include an organ presentation at one of the two Wurlitzer organs used during shows. And if they are between shows, then your tour will include the backstage area. The tours last about an hour and a half and ticket prices vary.
A working church holding mass, marriage ceremonies, and baptisms, the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis is also an incredible attraction. With visitors from St. Louis and the world coming to see the architecture and design, the Cathedral welcomes all to share in the beauty of the building. The Cathedral is home to the largest mosaic collection in the world, covering most surfaces and with much of the design in gold leaf. Most find the works of art in the Cathedral truly awe inspiring. The Cathedral is located at 4431 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108.
Beyond what these venues offer in experiences and architecture, they each represent the best of St. Louis. Ranging from being grounded in our history, to forward thinking in art and design, these attractions are at the heart of who we are. Have you visited these places? Share your experiences with us.
