Forest Park

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One of the largest urban parks in the United States. At 1,371 acres, it is approximately 500 acres larger than Central Park in New York City. In 1904, the Louisiana Purchase Exposition, the greatest of the World's Fairs, drew more than 19 million visitors from around the world. Home to the Art Museum, Science Center, Zoo, Jewel Box greenhouse, History Museum, The Muny theatre, 7.5-mile biking, jogging and skating path, skating rink and lakes. FREE

Forest Park
St. Louis, MO 63110

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2498 Reviews | Write a Review
The Real Gem of StL
Reviewed By janetfcooke September 2024

Forest Park is absolutely gorgeous and offers multiple days of activities. The St. Louis Zoo is on the grounds and is one of the top zoos in the world. It also is free. There are art and history...

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Huge and beautiful
Reviewed By brewColumbus_Georgia May 2024

We were unaware when we booked our stay that we would be so close to this beautiful park.Everything had bloomed or blooming- it was picturesque. Birds everywhere and so we’re the cicadas. Cold spend...

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BIG Park.
Reviewed By riles2475 September 2023

Very big park that has a lot of activities to do. There are biking routes that cover the perimeter of the park, a zoo, and a visitor center with helpful staff.

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Hours

6 a.m.-10 p.m. daily.

Handicap AccessibleMidtown/ClaytonForest Park

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St. Louis City Department of Parks and Recreation

Biking, hiking, skating and jogging trails in Forest Park and other locations. Call for information on recreational opportunities…

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TripAdvisor Rating:

2498 Reviews | Write a Review
The Real Gem of StL
Reviewed By janetfcooke September 2024

Forest Park is absolutely gorgeous and offers multiple days of activities. The St. Louis Zoo is on the grounds and is one of the top zoos in the world. It also is free. There are art and history...

Full Review
Huge and beautiful
Reviewed By brewColumbus_Georgia May 2024

We were unaware when we booked our stay that we would be so close to this beautiful park.Everything had bloomed or blooming- it was picturesque. Birds everywhere and so we’re the cicadas. Cold spend...

Full Review
BIG Park.
Reviewed By riles2475 September 2023

Very big park that has a lot of activities to do. There are biking routes that cover the perimeter of the park, a zoo, and a visitor center with helpful staff.

Full Review