This is one of our favorite places in all of St. Louis. The best part? It is free! You can park anywhere in Forest Park and walk there or pay a small parking fee for either of the zoo's lots. It has been voted as one of the best attractions in America for a reason! Be sure to check out the polar bear exhibit during the winter, or Beth's favorite, the red pandas!
Winery, places to stay, and more! What isn't to love?
While the zoo is our favorite part, you cannot beat all of the free activities available at Forest Park. When we moved here in June 2019, the first thing our new property manager told us was that we had to go there because it is 33% bigger than Central Park in NYC. We never fact-checked him, but it is a fantastic place to spend a few hours or even the entire day.