I went with my brother and some friends the last time I went and it's a great zoo whether for kids or adults and it's free to boot. I like it because one free, two big cats, and it's in forest... More

I went with my brother and some friends the last time I went and it's a great zoo whether for kids or adults and it's free to boot. I like it because one free, two big cats, and it's in forest park area. So if you want have a picnic there it can be cheap date but also a nice date or family outting. My husband and I are both originally from St Louis, but we move around alot, but always go back home to St Louis.
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Located in Forest Park in the heart of St. Louis is a wonderful zoo, and the best part is the FREE admission. The Saint Louis Zoo has educated, entertained and earned a place in the hearts of St.... More

Located in Forest Park in the heart of St. Louis is a wonderful zoo, and the best part is the FREE admission. The Saint Louis Zoo has educated, entertained and earned a place in the hearts of St. Louisans for generations. With the Louisiana Purchase Exposition in 1904, there began a long and slow process to establish a zoological park. The St. Louis Zoological Society was formed in 1910. The City of St. Louis set aside 77 acres in Forest Park for a zoo and named a Zoological Board of Control in 1913. State legislation provided that "the zoo shall be forever free," which has kept the Zoo accessible to millions of visitors ever since. This is a large zoo, with beautiful fountains, sculptures and many animals. Make sure you wear your walking shoes! There are a few parts of the zoo that charge a minimal fee (the children's zoo, the train etc.), but you can have a great day here and never spend a penny. Food is available at various eateries within the zoo. http://www.stlzoo.org/
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If you have nothing to do and the zoo is open, go for a walk! This zoo is big, and very well kept. Reward yourself with some homemade potato chips and enjoy the scenery. The animals have quite a bit... More

If you have nothing to do and the zoo is open, go for a walk! This zoo is big, and very well kept. Reward yourself with some homemade potato chips and enjoy the scenery. The animals have quite a bit of space, and it is right in Forest Park.
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I hate seeing animals in captivity, but I do enjoy a trip to this zoo. The habitats are creatively designed and I absolutely love the penguin house. In the winter, a lot of animals are taken out of... More

I hate seeing animals in captivity, but I do enjoy a trip to this zoo. The habitats are creatively designed and I absolutely love the penguin house. In the winter, a lot of animals are taken out of their exhibits, but admission to the zoo is free, so you always get bang for your buck, no matter how empty the zoo is. Parking along the perimeter of the zoo is also free or you can park in the parking lot for a few dollars. This is a nice place to take the kids on an early spring or late fall day when it’s not too crowded.
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The Saint Louis Zoo is a great free way to spend the day. Entry is free, although some premium attractions like the Children's Zoo require a fee. However, the Children's Zoo is free from 9am to 10... More

The Saint Louis Zoo is a great free way to spend the day. Entry is free, although some premium attractions like the Children's Zoo require a fee. However, the Children's Zoo is free from 9am to 10 am every day! Lots of things to do and see, and there are lots of tables for that family picnic. Parking is expensive, but if you don't mind walking, there is free parking nearby in other parts of Forest Park.
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This is a huge zoo. I never realized that the city of St. Louis had a quality zoo until I visited my cousin. The turtles here were my favorite. The place where the monkeys are housed seemed to be a... More

This is a huge zoo. I never realized that the city of St. Louis had a quality zoo until I visited my cousin. The turtles here were my favorite. The place where the monkeys are housed seemed to be a favorite of most people at the zoo. This is a very well kept park. The people who run this zoo really know what they are doing.
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i love going to the zoo. monkeys are my favorite animals. i loved taking my grandson there, he had a blast. he just kept pointing at all the animals, and wanted to pet them. it was hard getting him... More

i love going to the zoo. monkeys are my favorite animals. i loved taking my grandson there, he had a blast. he just kept pointing at all the animals, and wanted to pet them. it was hard getting him off the train. we went on a nice day, not to hot, so it was pleasant. we also loved the dolphin show, my grandson just laughed and laughed. they also have a great children's zoo. our favorite thing to snack on there is the dippin dots! wish i had some now lol!
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A wonderful place to go on a spring day. Lots of fun for kids and adults, and its free. The new areas are wonderful with a lot of room for the animals and an environment that seems more natural and... More

A wonderful place to go on a spring day. Lots of fun for kids and adults, and its free. The new areas are wonderful with a lot of room for the animals and an environment that seems more natural and closer to their natural environment. Wide variety of animals including some that you’ve probably never heard of before.
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We lived in St. Louis (pre-kids) and were about 5 minutes from the zoo. I really liked hitting the zoo and just perusing everything it had to offer. Now I live in Seattle and have two bumpkins who... More

We lived in St. Louis (pre-kids) and were about 5 minutes from the zoo. I really liked hitting the zoo and just perusing everything it had to offer. Now I live in Seattle and have two bumpkins who generally go stir-crazy unless they can get outside. We hit up our local zoo all the time, but it ain't the same as the St. Louis Zoo. Many, many living creatures to check out; a seriously fun carousel; lots of things to do and ride on, way too much bad stuff to eat. It's everything you want for a day of fun. Best part -- it's free. Not so in Seattle, where you have to pony up $$$ to go and/or join. Easily a worthwhile destination while in Saint-Lo-Mo.
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This is one of the only free zoos left in the country. Chicago's own Lincoln Park Zoo is another of course. I had an enjoyable time visiting this large zoo. They give the animals a good amount of... More

This is one of the only free zoos left in the country. Chicago's own Lincoln Park Zoo is another of course. I had an enjoyable time visiting this large zoo. They give the animals a good amount of space and try to re-create their natural surroundings the best they can. They folks who work here were friendly. I didn't get the chance to check out a 3-D film that they were showing in their theater, maybe on my next visit. You can't see everything at a zoo this size in one visit.
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