Saint Louis Zoo
One of the few large zoos in the United States with free admission, featuring an underwater hippo viewing window and the giant aviary left over from the 1904 World's Fair.
The zoo lies in the southwest of Forest Park. It houses about 12,000 animals and is consistently rated among the best zoos in the United States, and admission to the main grounds is free. Highlights include the underwater hippo viewing window in the Riverview area, the giant flight cages left over from the 1904 World's Fair, and the penguin and puffin coastal habitat and elephant house. The children's zoo, sea lion shows and miniature train are charged separately, though some are free at certain times. The car park charges a fee, so you can instead park in the free spaces in Forest Park and walk over.
Opening hours
09:00–17:00 (extended on summer weekends)
Nearby sights
- Saint Louis Art Museum
- Forest Park
- Jewel Box
- Missouri History Museum
- Saint Louis Science Center
- The Hill
- Delmar Loop
- Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis