Saint Louis Art Museum

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Located in the heart of historic Forest Park, the Saint Louis Art Museum is one of the nation’s leading comprehensive art museums. Its collection includes exceptional art from virtually every culture and movement, and its temporary exhibitions range from native art to French landscapes and global textiles to ancient armor. Beyond the collection, the museum offers unique shopping and dining experiences to help make your visit more enjoyable. The best part? It’s free!

Forest Park, #1 Fine Arts Dr.
St. Louis, MO 63110

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1478 Reviews | Write a Review
A wonderful museum - and it is free!
Reviewed By Susan M March 2025

This free museum in Forest Park made for an enjoyable day for my daughters and myself as we met in St. Louis for a mother-daughter getaway. I found it helpful to mark off the galleries we visited on...

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Unexpectedly closed for no reason!
Reviewed By JudithG999 February 2025

Had a friend coming from out of town, checked the SLAM website, and the restaurant hours and picked her up at her hotel. Parked near the museum and arriving at the door it was closed (sign on door...

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Wide Variety
Reviewed By 795davec January 2025

Free museum that covers three floors of exhibits. We saw everything - and it took between 5 and 6 hours!. I'd suggest starting on the lowest floor and seeing various period rooms, then go to the 3rd...

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Hours

Hours vary by day – check website to plan your visit.

Handicap AccessiblePet FriendlyMidtown/ClaytonForest Park

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TripAdvisor Rating:

1478 Reviews | Write a Review
A wonderful museum - and it is free!
Reviewed By Susan M March 2025

This free museum in Forest Park made for an enjoyable day for my daughters and myself as we met in St. Louis for a mother-daughter getaway. I found it helpful to mark off the galleries we visited on...

Full Review
Unexpectedly closed for no reason!
Reviewed By JudithG999 February 2025

Had a friend coming from out of town, checked the SLAM website, and the restaurant hours and picked her up at her hotel. Parked near the museum and arriving at the door it was closed (sign on door...

Full Review
Wide Variety
Reviewed By 795davec January 2025

Free museum that covers three floors of exhibits. We saw everything - and it took between 5 and 6 hours!. I'd suggest starting on the lowest floor and seeing various period rooms, then go to the 3rd...

Full Review