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Forest Park
Type: Family Friendly, Parks
10Best Says
Located in the heart of St. Louis, Forest Park encompasses nearly 1,400 acres of land. It is one of the largest urban parks in the United States, nearly a third larger than New York City's Central... Read More
Located in the heart of St. Louis, Forest Park encompasses nearly 1,400 acres of land. It is one of the largest urban parks in the United States, nearly a third larger than New York City's Central Park. The St. Louis Art Museum, St. Louis Science Center and Planetarium, History Museum, Zoo, Jewel Box, and Muny Theater are a few of the many attractions located here. Not to mention, 170 acres of Nature Reserve holds and old-growth forest habitat. The park is widely used for outdoor recreation and features bicycle paths, jogging trails, baseball diamonds, soccer fields, boating, and skating. During the warmer months, concerts an movies are shown on the art lawn (in front of the museum).
Address:
Lindell and Kingshighway
St. Louis, MO
314-289-5300
Hours:
- Daily 6am-10pm
Website:
stlouis.missouri.org
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Amber Nolan
Travel Expert
- Best Attractions & Activities: "Bring a map; it's easy to get lost."
- Recommended as Best Attractions & Activities Because: The crown jewel of St. Louis, many of the city's best attractions can be found within the park.
