4556 Shenandoah Ave, St Louis
The St. Louis Zoo
Built in 1910, the St. Louis Zoo has been considered one of the best zoo's in the country, housing more than 20,000 animals. The zoo admission is free to the public and has more to offer than animals. The zoo is constantly improving the exhibits and hosting various concert series, shows, and festivals so it is no wonder that it is the most visited feature of Forest Park, attracting 2.9 million visitors in 2010. The zoo is divided into 5 animal zones featuring animals from all over the world. There are also educational programs available for children to expereince hands on activities with nature.