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Things to Do With Kids in St. Louis

Whether you're a parent, grandparent or babysitter, finding new and educational activities to do with kids can be a challenge. About.com is your resource for fun stuff to do with children in St. Louis. We'll cover everything from top attractions to special events designed just for families. It doesn't matter if your child is learning to walk or learning to drive, we've got you covered.

See the Nation's Best Zoo

The St. Louis Zoo is one of the country's best. Actually, both Parenting Magazine and Zagat's call it the top zoo in the nation. Not only does the St. Louis Zoo excel at getting visitors face-to-face with animals, it's also respected for creating exhibits that resemble each animal's natural habitat. Surprisingly, it does all this without...

The Magic House Ranked Nation's Best Children's Attraction

The Magic House in St. Louis is one of the best children's museums in the country. Learn more about the museum's unique exhibits, special events and hours of admission to plan a trip to the museum today.

15 Free Attractions in St. Louis

Many of St. Louis' most popular family attractions are free. Here's a list of some great things to do that won't require opening your purse or wallet.

Pick a Day to Spend With the Kids at Eckert’s

Take your kids to Eckert's Orchards for a fun day picking berries, apples, peaches or pumpkins. Just 25 minutes from St. Louis, Eckerts is a fun destination for families spring, summer or fall.

Take the Kids to the Discovery Room at the St. Louis Science Center

The Discovery Room at the St. Louis Science Center is one of the best places in St. Louis to take toddlers and kids under age 7. Kids love the large play area filled with age appropriate toys, games and experiments. Parents love it for the room's 50 person limit. If you're looking for things to do with the kids, be sure to check out the Discovery Room.

Indoor Play Area at West County Mall

The indoor play area at West County Mall in St. Louis is a great place to take your kids on a cold or rainy day. Here's information on what the play area at West County Mall has to offer.

Pumpkin Patches in the St. Louis Area

Fall means changing leaves, Halloween costumes and the chance to pick your own pumpkins. Here are some of the most popular pumpkin patches in the St. Louis area.

Kid-Friendly Halloween Events in St. Louis

Halloween in St. Louis doesn't have to be scary. There are plenty of fun events for kids and the whole family. Here are of some of the best family-friendly events for Halloween in St. Louis in 2011.

Fall Fun at Stuckmeyer's Farm

Fall is a great time to make the trip to Stuckmeyer's Farm in Fenton. Visitors can spend time in the pumpkin patch, enjoy a hayride through the farm and buy fresh fruits and veggies to take home.

Free Summer Fun for Kids in St. Louis

Parents are always looking for ways to keep their kids entertained during the summer. Fortunately, St. Louis has a lot of great kids events, activities and attractions that are free.

Kids in St. Louis

Kids in St. Louis is a great online resource for St. Louis parents. Find calendars of family-friendly events, birthday party venues, forums, coupons, plus information on local kid-friendly hotels and restaurants.

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