Admission to the Zoo is free; however, there are fees for some attractions. Click for detailed information. Children under 2 are free. All other persons require admission.
Why is the Zoo free in St Louis?
In 1971, voters in the city and St. Louis County approved the ZMD to support the zoo and Saint Louis Art Museum. With voter approval, the Missouri Botanical Garden was added in 1983, and the Missouri History Museum in 1988, respectively. As a result, the Saint Louis Zoo—one of the finest on Earth—is free.
How long has the St Louis Zoo been free?
The St. Louis Zoo in its entirety is not closing. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the zoo will remain open with free admission, as it has for the last 110 years.
Do you have to pay to park at St Louis Zoo?
Via the Saint Louis Zoo’s website: “All-day parking is available on the Zoo’s North Lot on Government Drive and South Lot on Wells Drive. Limited street parking is available in Forest Park. Parking is $15 per vehicle throughout the Zoo’s peak season.”
What is free in the first hour at the St Louis Zoo?
There is zoo parking but we were able to find street parking right next to the zoo parking lot and park for free. We were there within 10 minutes of the zoo opening and the street parking was getting pretty full. The carousel, stingray exhibit and discovery center/children’s zoo are all free for the first hour.
How much does St. Louis Zoo cost?
free
Admission to the Zoo is free; however, there are fees for some attractions. Click for detailed information. Children under 2 are free. All other persons require admission.
How long does it take to walk through the St. Louis Zoo?
If you visit all the exhibit areas at you are looking at 4-7 hours and that would be with much reflection and time spent reading all postings/information centers at all exhibits. You may of course easily skip much of that if you are visiting with small children and tailor your visit to be as little as 2-5 hours.
Who pays for the St Louis Zoo?
For nearly half a century, the zoo and other local institutions have been funded in part by property taxes levied within the Metropolitan Zoological Park and Museum District (Saint Louis City and County). In 2015, that property tax brought in $21.5 million in revenue to the zoo.
Is St Louis Zoo ethical?
Accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), the Saint Louis Zoo is part of an elite group of institutions that meet the highest standards in animal care as well as provide fun, safe and educational family experiences.
How long will the dinosaur exhibit be at the St Louis Zoo?
Emerson Dinoroarus (DIE-noh-ROAR-us), the highly popular and dynamic temporary exhibit at the Saint Louis Zoo, opens on Friday, April 8, bigger and better than before. The exhibit experienced a soft-opening on Friday, March 18, 2022, with some features unavailable until now. It runs through Monday, October 31, 2022.
Can I bring water into STL Zoo?
Coolers and picnic baskets are permitted on Zoo grounds. (Glass bottles are prohibited.) There are picnic areas located in central areas at the Zoo, except those on the terrace at the Cafe Kudu and at Lakeside Cafe.
Does the St Louis Zoo require masks?
Mask/face coverings are required upon entering regardless of vaccination status. Our staff can be contacted at (314) 646-4544, option #6, or at [email protected].
Do you still have to make reservations for the St Louis Zoo?
Limited attendance; reservations required: In order to allow guests to practice good social distancing, the Zoo will limit attendance and require free, timed-ticket reservations in order to enter the Zoo. Reservations are available on the Zoo’s website.
Is the dinosaur exhibit at St Louis Zoo free?
General Admission Ticket
A ticket to Dinoroarus is $5.95 per person for ages 2 and up, and children under age 2 can enter for free. General admission tickets may be purchased at Zoo entrances, Guest Relations at Lakeside Crossing or any attraction ticket booth.
What should I not miss at the St Louis Zoo?
Here are ten things that shouldn’t be missed.
- 01 of 10. Penguin and Puffin Coast. JMichael-Photography / Getty Images.
- 02 of 10. Hippo Harbor.
- 03 of 10. Children’s Zoo.
- 04 of 10. Conservation Carousel.
- 05 of 10. Behind-the-Scenes Tours.
- 07 of 10. Zooline Railroad.
- 08 of 10. Sea Lion Sound.
- 09 of 10. Animals Always Sculpture.
How much is it to get into the St Louis aquarium?
Tickets and Hours
General Admission tickets are $25 for Adult and $18 for Children (3-12) and will get you access to all of the Aquarium’s galleries, exhibits and interactive experiences. Combo Tickets will allow guests to experience two or more exciting Union Station attractions during their visit.
What is the best time to go to the St. Louis Zoo?
The best times to visit St. Louis are in April and May and September through October.
How much walking is the St. Louis Zoo?
Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 41 min to complete. This is a popular trail for walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Want to report conditions for this trail?
How much does an Adventure Pass cost St. Louis Zoo?
To maximize savings during your visit, consider buying an Adventure Pass, which costs $12.95 per person and includes admission into most of the zoo’s additional activities (you can save $1 by purchasing in advance online).
How long should you spend at the St Louis Zoo?
4-5 hours
If you are a visitor to St. Louis I’d recommend at least 4-5 hours if not more. If you live in the area, since the admission is free it’s easy to go & do a little bit each time. Admission is free, parking in the lots costs a fee and there is admission to the Children’s zoo & for train ride – but all worth it!
Does the St Louis Zoo have an aquarium?
The aquarium is nice especially for younger children. Our 1 year old loved it. For my wife and I it was neat but we will not be paying $25 per person to go back with all the free attractions in St.