There are so many places of attractions and fun things to do in St Louis for tourists who are on a vacation. And the best part is that St Louis has many a things to offer even for those tourists who are on a budget travel and are on the lookout to save their budget.

- Take your children to the St Louis Zoo. The St Louis Zoo is considered to be one of the top zoos of the US. The best part of this zoo is that admission to the zoo is absolutely free. There are special attractions in the zoo that require buying of tickets, but even that is charged at a nominal rate within the range of $3 to $6. If you are not willing to spend that, you can take a leisurely stroll through the zoo and watch the various animals.

- From the zoo, it's time to move on to the St Louis Science Center. Admission to the Science Center is free a nominal fee is charged for the OMNIMAX theater, for special exhibitions and special shows at the planetarium. Tourists can opt for the discovery room, visit the galleries or opt for free public telescope viewing.

- Check out for some free, live concerts at the St Louis Union Station. Details of these concerts are available in the website.

- Visit the City garden with your family. With plenty of artificial waterfalls, wading pools, bubblers and fountains, City garden can be fun on a hot, summer afternoon.

- Visit the Jewel Box - a large greenhouse featuring seasonal flowers and plants. Free admission is available on Mondays and Tuesdays, starting from 9 a.m.

As a parent, babysitter or granny, you can find a load list of fun things to do with children when travelling St. Louis. You can decide to go for educational but fun things to keep your kids busy while in St. Louis. Whether a toddler, younger kid or teenager, you can find top attractions to keep them busy and entertained.

Free top things to do with your kids in St. Louis:

- Visit the nation's most popular zoo

Among the country's popular attractions that you can explore with kids for free is the St. Louis Zoo. The designation of this zoo as the best zoo in the nation is further confirmed by Zagat's and Parenting Magazine.

Your kids will enjoy getting face to face with the animals, and also have great fun with the various exhibits. If you are a parent on budget trip, this is a great place to bring your kids for fun and also as an educational trip while in St. Louis. Admission is entirely free, no clause attached!

- Children's Garden

This is another great place to bring your kids in St. Louis; admission is free. Missouri Botanical Garden is open from 5 - 7p.m on Wednesdays. Your kids will learn about nature here, while having fun as they learn.

- Fountain at Tower Grove Park

Your kids will enjoy cooling off in this place during the summer heat; they will also enjoy playing with different play kits and gadgets at Tower Grove Park.

- Magic House

This is a great museum for kids and families; admission is free on the 3rd Friday of each month between 5:30 - 9 p.m.

There are several other free and fee-attached fun things to do with your kids when travelling St Louis.

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