Things to Do with Kids in St. Louis, MO
13 kid-tested activities — museums, parks, zoos, restaurants, and more.
FreeFrancis Park
Ages: All ages, best for 1–12
FreeStieren Park
Ages: 1–10 years old
FreeZachary's Playground
Ages: 1–12 years old, especially great for kids with special needs
FreeTower Grove Park
Ages: All ages
Go Ape Zipline and Adventure Park
Ages: 10 and up (must meet height/weight requirements)
Partially FreeTilles Park
Ages: All ages, best for 2–12
FreeLafayette Park
Ages: 1–10 years old
FreeBee Tree County Park
Ages: 3 and up
FreeTurtle Playground
Ages: 1–10 years old
City Museum
Ages: 5–17 (little kids need supervision on climbing structures)
FreeWillmore Park
Ages: 1–10 years old
FreeForest Park Forever
Ages: All ages
FreeRayburn Park
Ages: 1–10 years old
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Family Travel Guide: St. Louis, MO
Discover the best things to do with kids in St. Louis, MO. Our family-tested guide covers top attractions, restaurants, outdoor adventures, and hidden gems — all rated by age, with stroller info, cost estimates, and real parent tips.
St. Louis Family Guides
In-depth guides with real costs, age-by-age picks, and parent tips.
Best St. Louis Activities for Toddlers (Ages 0–4)
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Read guide →Common Questions About St. Louis with Kids
- What are the best free things to do with kids in St. Louis?
- St. Louis has 10 free family activities. Top picks: Francis Park, Stieren Park, Zachary's Playground, Tower Grove Park, Lafayette Park. See all free activities at kidpaths.com/st-louis.
- What can we do with kids on a rainy day in St. Louis?
- There are 1 rainy day options in St. Louis. Top indoor picks: City Museum.
- What are the best activities for toddlers in St. Louis?
- 11 activities in St. Louis are rated for toddlers (ages 1–3). Parent favorites: Francis Park, Stieren Park, Zachary's Playground, Tower Grove Park, Tilles Park.
- Which St. Louis attractions are stroller-friendly?
- 10 of 13 activities in St. Louis are fully stroller-friendly. KidPaths rates stroller access as yes, limited, or no for every listing.
- What are fun things to do with teens in St. Louis?
- 5 activities in St. Louis are rated for teens (ages 13–17). Top picks: Tower Grove Park, Go Ape Zipline and Adventure Park, Bee Tree County Park, City Museum, Forest Park Forever.
- How much do family activities cost in St. Louis?
- KidPaths tracks family-of-4 cost estimates for 13 activities in St. Louis. 10 are completely free. Each listing shows the real cost for a family of four, not just per-person pricing.
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