About
From the striking Victorian-style architecture to the enchanting gardens that surround it and the whimsical, interactive exhibits inside, The Magic House is the perfect place for your next family reunion, corporate event, wedding or holiday party. Centrally located in St. Louis County, it’s 20 minutes from downtown St. Louis.Traveling to St. Louis? Full STEAM Ahead!
While STEAM (and its predecessor, STEM) teaches kids how to think critically, solve problems and harness creativity, it’s also fun for the whole family! The Magic House is among the best places to participate in STEAM activities in St. Louis – we bet your kids won’t even realize that they’re learning.

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516 S. Kirkwood Rd.
St. Louis,
MO
63122
TripAdvisor Rating:
1314 Reviews | Write a ReviewOverwhelming
Reviewed By Cello12345 October 2024We were there all day, and didn't have time to do everything. Our 6 year old was fascinated! This is a children's museum on steroids. A good mix of action, creative play, and intellectual exercise...
Full ReviewCrowded and overpriced
Reviewed By Jea859 July 2024Overpriced and incredibly crowded to the point of feeling unsafe. We took our 4 grandchildren on a rainy day knowing that this would potentially cause more crowding, but what we found was awful...
Full ReviewGreat place for kids!
Reviewed By Heather H June 2024Such a fun place to take the kids! We have 4 kids under 8, 1 is a baby but our 3 walking had the best time! So much to do for little ones. You could spend the whole day!
Full ReviewHours
Vary by day, visit magichouse.org for details
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TripAdvisor Rating:
1314 Reviews | Write a ReviewOverwhelming
Reviewed By Cello12345 October 2024We were there all day, and didn't have time to do everything. Our 6 year old was fascinated! This is a children's museum on steroids. A good mix of action, creative play, and intellectual exercise...
Full ReviewCrowded and overpriced
Reviewed By Jea859 July 2024Overpriced and incredibly crowded to the point of feeling unsafe. We took our 4 grandchildren on a rainy day knowing that this would potentially cause more crowding, but what we found was awful...
Full ReviewGreat place for kids!
Reviewed By Heather H June 2024Such a fun place to take the kids! We have 4 kids under 8, 1 is a baby but our 3 walking had the best time! So much to do for little ones. You could spend the whole day!
Full Review