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What to See In St. Louis

1. Forest Park

9.5
btwn Lindell Blvd & Oakland Ave, St Louis, MO
Park · 104 tips and reviews

Shakespeare Festival St. LouisShakespeare Festival St. Louis: We call this beautiful park home, come see a professionally produced Shakespeare play at our outdoor theatre near the Art Museum from May to June

2. St. Louis Public Library - Central Library

8.8
1301 Olive St, St Louis, MO
Library · Downtown West · 15 tips and reviews

Shakespeare Festival St. LouisShakespeare Festival St. Louis: St. Louis has one of the best public libraries in the world, newly renovated last year and now more beautiful than ever. Check out a book on our dear friend, the Bard!

3. City Museum

9.0
701 N 15th St (btwn Delmar Blvd & Lucas Ave), St Louis, MO
Museum · Downtown West · 279 tips and reviews

Shakespeare Festival St. LouisShakespeare Festival St. Louis: Take the kids out for a day of fun and entertainment. Climb through caves and explore the tree houses at one of the city’s most popular attractions for children!

4. The Jewel Box

8.1
Forest Park (at Wells Dr), St Louis, MO
Garden · 9 tips and reviews

Shakespeare Festival St. LouisShakespeare Festival St. Louis: Free from 9am to noon Monday and Tuesday and just a dollar any other time, this art deco glass building is a Forest Park 'jewel'

5. Tower Grove Park

9.3
4256 Magnolia Ave (btwn Kingshighway Blvd & Grand Blvd), St Louis, MO
Park · 65 tips and reviews

Shakespeare Festival St. LouisShakespeare Festival St. Louis: Enjoy a nice day out in Tower Grove and while you’re there visit the statue of William Shakespeare himself in the center of the park!

6. Forest Park Grand Basin

Lagoon Drive, St Louis, MO
Lake · 8 tips and reviews

Shakespeare Festival St. LouisShakespeare Festival St. Louis: At the foot of Art Hill the Grand Basin is just down the hill from our outdoor theatre location, rent a paddle boat for fun on the water

7. Gateway Arch

8.8
Gateway Arch National Park, St Louis, MO
Monument · Downtown East · 277 tips and reviews

Shakespeare Festival St. LouisShakespeare Festival St. Louis: Explore the city and make a visit to the historic Gateway Arch. Relax by the riverfront and have a picnic with the family!

Missouri Botanical Garden is one of What to See In St. Louis.

8. Missouri Botanical Garden

9.5
4344 Shaw Blvd, St Louis, MO
Botanical Garden · 124 tips and reviews

Shakespeare Festival St. LouisShakespeare Festival St. Louis: Every year the Whitaker Music Festival takes place from June to August, a great free music event!

9. Citygarden

9.2
801 Market St (btwn 8th & 10th), St Louis, MO
Park · Downtown East · 61 tips and reviews

Shakespeare Festival St. LouisShakespeare Festival St. Louis: An urban oasis in downtown St. Louis, Citygarden is a vibrant two-block stretch of lush plantings and internationally renowned sculpture, great for children and adults alike!

Saint Louis Zoo is one of What to See In St. Louis.

10. Saint Louis Zoo

9.4
1 Government Dr (at Washington Dr), St Louis, MO
Zoo · 240 tips and reviews

Shakespeare Festival St. LouisShakespeare Festival St. Louis: Just around the corner from our outdoor theatre, the St. Louis Zoo is another amazing free attraction in the park, be sure to see the penguins during your visit!

11. Missouri History Museum

9.1
5700 Lindell Blvd (in Forest Park), St Louis, MO
History Museum · 51 tips and reviews

Shakespeare Festival St. LouisShakespeare Festival St. Louis: Brush up on the days of yore, great exhibits and yet another free attraction in the park!

Tivoli Theatre is one of What to See In St. Louis.

12. Tivoli Theatre

6350 Delmar Blvd, St Louis, MO
Movie Theater · 38 tips and reviews

Shakespeare Festival St. LouisShakespeare Festival St. Louis: This historic and beautiful theater hosts some of the finest independent films. We recommend Joss Whedon’s widely popular, Much Ado About Nothing!

13. Laumeier Sculpture Park

9.4
12580 Rott Rd, St Louis, MO
Sculpture Garden · 23 tips and reviews

Shakespeare Festival St. LouisShakespeare Festival St. Louis: An astounding 'living laboratory' that juxtaposes contemporary art with a gorgeous natural environment. Don't miss the nationally acclaimed art fair during Mother's Day weekend every year!