Like all of the museums in Forest Park, the Missouri History Museum is completely free! So that…read moremeans an automatic five stars from me, because it's accessible to everyone. But this museum also gets five stars from me because it's awesome. You wouldn't think that there'd be a lot for children and families to do at a history museum, but there is. There's a huge kids area here, with lots of hands-on activities and cute little spaces for pretend play. If my kids were younger, I could see us spending a good hour or more just playing in the children's area. Even the spaces that aren't the children's area are family friendly. There are displays and exhibits with lots things to learn about and explore. It's just a fun little museum to visit. (And again, it's free!) I guess I buried the lede here, but the Missouri History Museum is where you can learn about Saint Louis and Missouri history. So there are exhibits about the World's Fair, baseball, music and things that pertain to the region, plus collections of memorabilia and artwork. It's a nice museum to visit to get a sense of the area of St. Louis.

Such a quaint museum, and I learned WAY more than I expected. As someone from out of state, I…read moreobviously didn't grow up learning much about Missouri history, so it was really interesting getting to see the state's story from a local perspective. They also had a centennial exhibit, which was especially fun for me because Philadelphia has been doing so many events around its 250th anniversary. I love seeing how different places celebrate these big historical milestones. And did I mention it's FREE? I will never complain about a free museum. Honestly, I'm not picky. If you give me a museum I can wander around and learn things in without paying admission, I'm happy. There are also charging plugs around the museum, which is such a small thing but SO appreciated when your phone is dying halfway through a visit. The airplane hanging from the ceiling is also really cool and definitely one of those things that makes you stop and look up. The whole place has a really nice, relaxed vibe. It's quiet, there's plenty to learn, and there are places to sit and rest when you need a break. I really enjoyed just wandering around at my own pace. Free, educational, peaceful, and actually interesting. That's pretty much everything I want in a museum.

One of the BEST parts of St. Louis is all the FREE attractions . We decided to visit the science…read morecenter and we had sooooo much fun . Couldn't believe there was no charge for admission . Parking is free if you're a member, if not you'll be charged unless you walk over , shuttle or park somewhere else nearby free. (They often will waive parking with the purchase of a movie ticket at that their theatre ) This science center has an OMNI IMAX movie theater inside on level 3 , cafes , gift shop, shows and too many hands on experiences to list with so many neat artifacts . The kid in me would come back repeatedly . Lol

This was a pretty good museum, my favorite part is that it's free entry! My toddler is very much in…read morehis dinosaur era, so he absolutely LIT UP at the T-Rex. We were worried he would be scared, but he was so happy lol. The rest of the museum was pretty cool, but it focuses more on older kids so the small ones didn't have much to interact with. The outdoor area about agriculture was nice (there are chickens!) and a giant tractor to play on. Another interesting part was past the bridge called the Vault. It was just collections over time, and all over the world. If you have time to spend all day, it would be cool, but we're going to wait a little bit until my toddler is older. Parking is $15, but not bad compared elsewhere.

The Saint Louis Art Museum is basically a high-society gym where your only workout is walking five…read moremiles while pretending you totally understand the deep emotional meaning of a 400-year-old canvas of a sad turnip. You walk in thinking, "I'm going to absorb some culture and look sophisticated," and three rooms later, you're aggressively whispering to your boyfriend Shane about whether that abstract red blob is a piece of profound modern expressionism or just a spilled drink. I absolutely loved it, and honestly, it's fair play, the admission is free, the building is stunning, and it's a great excuse to wander around looking smart in your favorite shoes. Plus, if you ever feel bad about your life choices, you can just stand in front of a giant minimalist painting of a single green dot and realize people paid millions for it. I highly recommend getting lost in the basement galleries while trying to find the exit.

It's a beautiful art museum that's free and open to the public. Ain't nobody better rate the Saint…read moreLouis Art Museum anything less than five stars! It deserves all the stars. It's pretty cool that Degas' "Little Dancer of Fourteen Years" is on permanent display here. I was kind of awestruck when I came across this sculpture. Anyone can just come and see this world-famous artwork! I love when art is accessible to everyone. The museum is huge. There are more than 37,000 objects in the Saint Louis Art Museum, spanning multiple cultures across 5,000 years. I kind of like functional art, so I was happy to see some Russel Wright in the collection. But you'll find everything from ancient Chinese objects to impressionist paintings to photography and all kinds of things. Some galleries are busier than others, but the museum is so big that I was able to find little pockets where I could just be by myself with the art. I love absorbing art in a quiet, peaceful room. You can definitely do that here in some places.

This is a hidden gem when it comes to historic houses. This house has been incredibly restored with…read morecare and attention to detail giving visitors a true step back in time to see what 19th-century Victorian life was like for a affluent family in St. Louis. The house itself is that last remaining piece of the original neighborhood which originally stood outside of city limits. The docent was knowledgeable, welcoming, and gave what felt like an insider's look into the Campbell family highlighting original family belongings. My favorite pieces include a gas lamp that illuminates beautifully (seriously stunning) and massive portait of James A. Campbell with his dogs. Oh -- and the ornate toilet. I recommend a visit at Christmas time. The house is beautifully decorated for the holidays and you might just get to see and HEAR a special Christmas tree stand/music box!

We took advantage of the free tours being offered at the Campbell house museum this weekend and it…read morewas a great time. The fact that so much of the original furniture, art, and accessories remain in top condition if wild after all these years. Our tour guide was fantastic and we really enjoyed ourselves. A must-do if you are at all interested in STL history

I've been to about 150 Frank Lloyd Wright homes and have been lucky enough to have been inside…read morearound 30. We didn't know if we could get on the tour that day so we first stopped by to see it and take some pictures. We met an intern and found out that we could get in on a tour about 2 hours later. So we paid our fee and went to see Frank Lloyd Wright's mentor, Louis Sullivan's Wainwright Building in downtown St. Louis. I believe this is one of Sullivan's best work still standing. When we returned for the tour I was stunned. This is a great, late house by Wright that has many magical and playful elements to it. It's has most of the original furnishings and something totaling unexpected in a Usonian house--art glass windows. The tour guide was new and did an excellent. Everyone involved in this project should be very proud of the work they've done, and continue to do.

We joined a group of people to do a group tour of the Frank Lloyd Wright house in Kirkwood, MO. It…read moreis well worth the $20 tour fee. Anne was our docent. She was very knowledgeable about Wright and Russell and Ruth Kraus who the house was built for and the only residents. The Kraus house is one of the very few Wright houses that have not been remodeled and contains the original furniture designed by Wright. It has a cozy feel from the time you walk inside. I was intrigued by the esthetic design throughout the home.

This place was so great! We live in stl and every time family comes to visit we try to do something…read moreentertaining but this has become a hefty task the longer we've lived here. Anyway I was searching things to do and this gem popped up. I wasn't excepting much but it is actually pretty cool. My 4&6 year old boys loved every minute and my mother and I got lost in the magic of all the little people, scenes, houses, etc. it truly is a little gem in stl. We spent about 1.5 hours here and it was a perfect amount of time. I even ended up purchasing my very own dollhouse to begin my own magical mini home.

We went to the museum on Friday. My wife is really into miniatures so it was really a treat for…read moreher. Some of the displays are absolutely amazing. I would totally recommend that you stop in. The admission price is very reasonable and the people working there are extremely friendly. It's just across the street from the Bevo Mill. Easy to find and worth the trip.

My partner and I went here today while visiting St. Louis for a few days. Today is our see the…read moresights day and we started here because we both love plants and gardens. It was beautiful! They have so many varieties of plants and different biomes to visit. The Climatron was my favorite spot, with waterfalls and so many tropical plants. The Japanese gardens were also beautiful and so serene. We went midday on a Monday so there were hardly any kids, making it even more peaceful and quiet. Parking is free and admission is $16 for non-residents, well worth it for how much you get to enjoy. The gift shop is a bit pricey but it goes towards preserving the gardens so it's also worth it. They have something for everyone there too! If you don't know the area, don't do what we did and try to park on Tower Grove and walk. It's a long walk around the edge of the gardens. We thought you could get in from the side but you can't, there's just the one main entrance off Shaw. With ample free parking there's no reason to try to get street parking anyway, so save yourself the trouble and just go to the right place the first time. I definitely want to come back another time of year if I can. I bet this place is stunning in the spring and beautiful when it snows. If you have the time, make sure you visit the Botanical Gardens because they truly are beautiful!

Specifically about the Spirits in the Garden event. I go to a lot of events like this one and this…read moreone was very disappointing. Samples did not include any snacks. There were no designated driver options and in addition to paying full price, our driver had to buy his soda. (Both of these issues were unlike the recent Fest of Ale, which was a much better experience). The event was from 6-9, but the only food truck ran out of condiments before 8 pm. There was a spooky tram that we waited in line for 30 minutes only to be told, sorry we can only take 13 more people and you are numbers 14, 15, and 16. Seriously underwhelming experience.

The Magic House has everything to offer kiddos. Learning is the objective, but it's fun! Thank…read moreyou for the family experience of learning, small play & fun.

What I like about the Magic House is that it really feels like you're visiting a house that's a…read morelittle bit magical. There are fun things to discover in every room. Mostly, this is a science center and a children's museum all rolled into one space. Kids can have fun and not even know they're learnin' a little somethin'. Everyone wins here. Each room has a different theme or topic, and there are interactive, hands-on things for kids to engage with. I would say that the perfect age range for the Magic House is 2 to 10. Maybe 11 or 12 year olds would have fun, too. But for the most part, this museum is for the young kids. There are so many things for young children to touch, see, climb on and explore. I could see spending a few hours here if I had younger children. There's a Luckey climber on the first floor that kids can climb up to go to the second floor. If you're a parent or caregiver who doesn't care to follow their child up the climber, there are stairs next to it for your convenience. If you visit during nice weather, you might find the outdoor area open. There's a small splash pad water feature here on the patio, which lots of kids were playing in. There are also yard games like giant Connect Four and foam blocks to play with.

If you have any interest in cars at all, this place is a must see! They have a fantastic variety of…read morecars to look at (and several available to purchase). We spent four days in St. Louis and this museum was for sure a highlight of our trip. They had everything from a 1964 Porsche to a 1994 Lamborghini Diablo to a 2021 Audi RS6 Avant. This place is a great value for the collection that you get to see. Would absolutely stop in if you're within 90 minutes of here. Fantastic collection!

We came to St Charles with my 5 siblings and their spouses. I mistakenly included a visit to the…read moremuseum on Saturday morning not knowing they weren't open. We all caravanned to the site met by an empty parking lot. I felt terrible that I planned wrong. Just as we were thinking of something else to do the door opened and we were told they would open for us. We absolutely loved touring through seeing all the cars and antiques. The manager and owner were so friendly and informative. It was a great experience!

It truly is a nice and informative place, I can tell you that. Everything is organized well and…read moreit's a humble gem in St. Louis. Or-unless you are a showbiz about U.S. Presidents, I suppose. Other than that, it's a nice place to go to, learn about some of America's history. The best part? Totally free. For the low, low price of $0.00, you can have acess to informative and true history about the U.S. (Or Ulysses S. Grant). The place is also pretty clean, which is a nice addition. It gets pretty busy in the mornings, but it dies down after. I do reccomend going here. Go STL. Whoo.

We are happy to have the chance to visit this historical site.It was an informative free tour and…read morethe movie is very interesting .This place has a lot of artifacts,his uniform is one of them and a tour to the house where he spent a bit of time with his family is a site to see.A nice place you visit specially if you have a family member serving in Armed Forces or just wanting to know history about the 18th President of USA.