Best Zoos, Aquariums & Animal Encounters
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Saint Louis Zoo
Free zoo with large mammals & penguins. Free 90-acre zoo featuring animals such as penguins, bears & elephants, plus a train ride (fee).
Jungle of the Apes
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River's Edge
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St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station
Sharks, blue lobsters & stingrays. Tanks holding rare species like blue lobsters, plus rays & sharks in touch pools & otter encounters.
Salty Underground
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Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House
Tranquil butterfly conservatory & garden. Tropical pavilion stocked with thousands of butterflies & outdoor gardens designed to attract more.
Endangered Wolf Center
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Marine Solutions
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Big Joel's Safari Petting Zoo & Educational Park
Walk-through safari with various animals. Walk-through safari park & petting zoo featuring bison, camels, zebras, parrots, ostriches & more.
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