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Home to more than 14,000 exotic animals, many of them rare and endangered. These 500 species represent the major continents and biomes of the world. Set in the rolling hills, lakes and glades of Forest Park, the Saint Louis Zoo is always a great place to be. The Zoo is open year-round, except on December 25 and January 1. Check website for hours. Admission is free.
One Government Dr.
Forest Park
St. Louis,
MO
63110
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Reviewed By DeDe M April 2024They have PENGUINS! This zoo was impressive with free admission and such a vast variety of animals. There were staff at the enclosures to give information if you had questions. I’d love to go back...
Full ReviewFabulous Zoo
Reviewed By Eileen E April 2024This zoo way exceeded my expectations . I live near the historic Philadelphia Zoo and unfortunately my last visits there were of many empty cages with few animals. Not here!!! With the exception of...
Full ReviewMassive acreage and beautiful habitats
Reviewed By Beth D April 2024We visited from Jacksonville FL and spent two hours here in the afternoon. My first thought was how clean the property was and the fact that it's free! There was plenty of parking close to the...
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Daily, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. except for holiday hours 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. Closed Christmas and New Year's Day. Check website for summer hours.
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