Best Museums in St. Louis for Kids & Families

3 family-friendly museums with age ratings and parent tips.

Highest rated: Monsanto Insectarium, James S. McDonnell Planetarium, MADE for Kids, created by The Magic House. 1 listing is free. 3 listings are indoor. Every listing includes age fit, stroller notes, cost signals, and parent tips.

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Find the top museums in St. Louis, MO for kids and families. We've rated each for age-appropriateness, stroller access, and value — so you can plan the perfect family day.

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Monsanto Insectarium

4.8 stars

The Monsanto Insectarium puts kids face-to-face with some of the world's most spectacular insects and arachnids, giant walking sticks, enormous beetle

4, 17FreeIndoor$0 (included with free zoo admission)

James S. McDonnell Planetarium

4.8 stars

Lying back in the dome theater watching a full-sky projection of the universe is a uniquely powerful experience, kids go quiet in a way they rarely do

5, 17Indoor$40, $60 (show tickets ~$8, $12/person; connected to free Science Center general admission)

MADE for Kids, created by The Magic House

4.7 stars

MADE for Kids is a satellite location of The Magic House (St. Louis's legendary children's museum) in the Delmar Loop. It's hands-on everything, build

Best for ages 1-10Indoor$40-60 total

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