St. Louis Aquarium at St. Louis Union Station

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About

A new page is being written in the long history of St. Louis’ historic Union Station. Located in what was once one of the busiest passenger rail terminals in the world, the St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station will take you on an aquatic journey like no other. From alligator snapping turtles to zebra sharks, from personalized interactive experiences to community-building activities, and everything in between, we have something for everyone. Explore what awaits you!

201 S. 18th St.
St. Louis, MO 63103

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244 Reviews | Write a Review
St Louis Aquarium at Halloween
Reviewed By starchar October 2024

We really enjoyed visiting this Aquarium. The staff was super friendly and the Halloween decorations were top notch. The theme was Pirates and Pumpkins and it carried through the entire place. From...

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Great Place!
Reviewed By Sarinity P August 2024

Small but super fun and interactive! The staff was very friendly and loved answering questions. There were a lot of shows and touch ponds. The class was clear and the fish were beautiful!

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Great family venue
Reviewed By denisepott July 2024

I took my 7 yr old grandson to the aquarium mid-week, and was happy to see that it was not crowded. The entrance includes a spectacular overhead video featuring both undersea creatures and views of...

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Hours

1/1-1/15 – 9am-5pm Sunday – Thursday 9am-8pm Friday/Saturday1/16-2/10 – (Seasonal hours) 9am-5pm daily2/11-2/19 – 9am-5pm Sunday – Thursday 9am-8pm Friday/Saturday2/20 – 3/10 – (Seasonal hours) 9am-5pm daily3/11 – 3/31 – 9am-5pm Sunday – Thursday 9am-8pm Friday/Saturday4/1 – 5/19 – (Seasonal hours) 9am-5pm daily5/20-9/2 – 9am-5pm Sunday – Thursday 9am-8pm Friday/Saturday9/3-9/29 – Seasonal hours (9am-5pm daily)9/30 – 10/27 – 9am-5pm Sunday – Thursday 9am-8pm Friday/Saturday10/28 – 11/24 – Seasonal hours (9am-5pm daily)11/25 – 12/1 – Standard hours for Thanksgiving Weekend (9am-5pm Sunday – Thursday 9am-8pm Friday/Saturday)12/2 – 12/24 – (Seasonal hours) 9am-5pm daily12/25 – 1/5 9am-5pm Sunday – Thursday 9am-8pm Friday/Saturday

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TripAdvisor Rating:

244 Reviews | Write a Review
St Louis Aquarium at Halloween
Reviewed By starchar October 2024

We really enjoyed visiting this Aquarium. The staff was super friendly and the Halloween decorations were top notch. The theme was Pirates and Pumpkins and it carried through the entire place. From...

Full Review
Great Place!
Reviewed By Sarinity P August 2024

Small but super fun and interactive! The staff was very friendly and loved answering questions. There were a lot of shows and touch ponds. The class was clear and the fish were beautiful!

Full Review
Great family venue
Reviewed By denisepott July 2024

I took my 7 yr old grandson to the aquarium mid-week, and was happy to see that it was not crowded. The entrance includes a spectacular overhead video featuring both undersea creatures and views of...

Full Review