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Enjoying an adventure every time you visit. Knowing a discovery will be made around each corner. You’re at the Saint Louis Zoo, a get-away destination that brings together more than 16,000* wild …
Enjoying an adventure every time you visit. Knowing a discovery will be made around each corner. You’re at the Saint Louis Zoo, a get-away destination that brings together more than 16,000* wild animals and 3,000,000 visitors each year. Voted America's top free attraction, the Zoo is located on 90 acres in beautiful Forest Park, and home to more than 600 species of animals, many of them rare and endangered. It is one of the few free zoos in the nation. Since its inception in 1910, the Zoo has been renowned for its beautiful naturalistic exhibits and for its diverse collection of animals from the major continents and biomes of the world. It is widely recognized for its animal management, wildlife conservation and research.

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Apr 30, 2025
Great zoo. We love that it is free and yet still good! We parked on the street by the picnic shelters and walked into the zoo.Full review by GardenofEP
Apr 13, 2025
Stick it out. You will hit traffic going to the zoo, it took us about 30 minutes to get to the zoo, and then an additional 20-30 to find parking on the street because the lot was full and then the s…Full review by Lauren R
Apr 13, 2025
Didn’t get to see the apes but all in all it was a great trip! Zoo is free but I recommend buying the adventure pass online as you get to do a few more things without buying individual tickets! We wi…Full review by HEIDI C
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The Saint Louis Zoo, located in Forest Park, is a renowned zoo known for its excellence in animal management, research, conservation, …
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The Saint Louis Zoological Park, commonly known as the St. Louis Zoo, is a zoo in Forest Park in St. Louis, Missouri. It is recognized a…
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As one of the few remaining free zoos in the United States and the third largest, the St. Louis Zoo is a day full of discovery and exploration. …
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Are there electric scooters available to rent at the zoo
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Yes $35 a day you have to be 18 weight limit 400 and a government i d is required/
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What areas near the zoo (up to 20 minutes away) are safe and have safe hotels to stay in/restaurants to eat at? Thanks!
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We stay in Belleville which was a about s20 minute drive to the zoo and there are some wonderful hotels here and lots of restaurants.
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How much does a scooter cost at the Saint Louis zoo
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I saw They had wheelchairs and baby scooters and they were like 11-15 dollars and I’m guessing that’s for the entire time your there. Check their website to be sure they have the type …
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I saw They had wheelchairs and baby scooters and they were like 11-15 dollars and I’m guessing that’s for the entire time your there. Check their website to be sure they have the type your looking for.
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I may need to take a business call while at the zoo. Is there a quiet area that I could escape to and take the call?
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Yes, there are plenty of small areas for privacy for a call while walking around the zoo.
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Answer by Kathleen B · May 30, 2024
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Where do I go to rent one of the scooters
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I am sorry, I cannot answer your question but don't pass on this zoo. It's terrific.
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Answer by Kathleen B · May 29, 2024
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And if you're hoping to avoid swarms of people, arrive early or plan your visit during a weekday
usnews.com
Extended hours are available every summer
usnews.com
Admission into the zoo is free, but extras, such as rides on the Conservation Carousel and the Zooline Railroad, do cost a small fee
usnews.com
The zoo's River's Edge is an immersion exhibit that allows visitors to get close
fodors.com
Note that some exhibits such as the Sea Lion Show have admission charges averaging $4 per person
lonelyplanet.com
Best of all, admission is completely free
tripsavvy.com
It is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education
triposo.com
Puts learning about animals and their habitats front and center
kidsplayparks.com
Set in the rolling hills, lakes and glades of Forest Park, the Saint Louis Zoo is a family favorite
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The price of $18 per guest (10 people minimum
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Consider buying an Adventure Pass, which costs $12.95 per person and includes admission into most of the zoo's additional activities
usnews.com
Admission is free based on a public subsidy from a cultural tax district, the Metropolitan Zoological Park and Museum District
triposo.com
There's also a children's petting area with goats, sheep and other animals
fodors.com
The best time to visit is between 1p and 3p, which is feeding time!
cityseeker.com
For a good look around the zoo, hop on a small train to give your kids a true joy ride
gpsmycity.com
Book a behind-the-scenes tour for a chance to meet penguins
afar.com
Trip.com provides tourists with st. louis zoo attraction address, business hours, brief introduction, open hours
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The discovery corner is an interactive area full of the children's zoo
attractionsofamerica.com
Hand-carved and painted wooden animals that visitors, young and old alike, can ride on while listening to vintage theme park music
cityseeker.com
You will find something to suit all ages here from a wide range of animal species to conservation, educational programs, and more
attractionsofamerica.com
Visitors can count the 60 animals represented in this work and enjoy photo opportunities while marveling at the intricate and gorgeous detail
cityseeker.com
It runs friday through sunday (11am-3pm) and costs $3 per person
kidsplayparks.com
A list of cafes serve basic, affordable fare, but reviews note that outside food and drinks are allowed
tripstodiscover.com
The emerson zooline railroad is a 20 minute narrated tour that takes visitors around the most popular attractions
vacationidea.com
Be prepared for the cold
cityseeker.com
The price is $37 for adults and $24 for children ages 2 to 12
tripsavvy.com
Visit the discovery center where your kids can pet cute and furry rabbits and goats
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