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City Museum

Museum, Aquarium, and Public Art

Downtown West, St Louis

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City Museum

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"... and under. You have to climb up to the airplane outside and the roof is..."(14 Tips)
"Definitely check out the roof and the ten story slide!"(10 Tips)
"THE MOST fun place in ALL St. Louis for kids AND adults!"(10 Tips)
"Be prepared to hurt bring knee pads"(5 Tips)

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Michael BernardoJuly 19, 2015
The City Museum has moved up to the top of my list museums to visit. It has everything! Adults, you're in for a workout! I would suggest bringing water to hydrate, you will need it.
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Alex WeinholdOctober 2, 2013
I've been coming here for years and I never get bored with it. Wear old cloths that you don't care about. Bring a childhood sense of wonder and don't be afraid to challenge yourself. But just have fun
Chloe CunninghamAugust 14, 2018
The most unique place I have pretty much ever been. You could spend hours here and never get bored, no matter what age you are! 😍👍
Michael MorganMay 11, 2021
One of the top highlights of downtown. Pretty reasonable prices as well (even food and drinks are cheap). One of the most unique, whacky, fun museums ever! For kids and adults.
Rory ParnessApril 15, 2017
If Frank Lloyd Wright had a love child with Amy Winehouse and that child built a museum with the rabbit from Wonderland while tripping on magic mushrooms
Stacy Bo BacyNovember 12, 2019
Kids and adults can both have fun here. Climb all over the place, go down a slide or two, and be sure to check out the roof!
Jon PressmanAugust 21, 2017
More fun than six flags for the whole family. Adventure, physical activity, opportunities to learn, a day is not enough. Worth coming to st Louis just to bring the family here.
Claire GyurkikissAugust 30, 2015
Awesome for all ages. (I personally wouldn't bring kids too young to understand basic safety, though.) Bring a flashlight and bandaids. You might scrape or bump yourself, but you'll still have fun.
Jay WeiseJuly 1, 2017
The greatest place ever created for kids and adults. Very cool in many ways. History. Culture. Architecture. Manufacturing. Art. Science. Nature. Animals. Bugs. Engineering. Medicine. Technology.
Kc Uppercrust IIIMay 16, 2014
Pay the extra few dollars for the roof ticket. The view from the Ferris wheel is unparalleled! The world aquarium is also well worth the ticket... Do it all, it's money very well spent!
Colleen SundlieMarch 10, 2017
Although only a couple options, better atmosphere and food than mezzanine at Beatnik Bob's. Upstairs tucked away across from circus and by train. Also, good espresso and local chocolate.
SiobhánSeptember 30, 2018
Mind glowingly incredible! We couldn’t understand what everyone was obsessed with until we got there. So many slides to go down! Including a 5 and 10 story one.
Paul YeagerJuly 9, 2014
Get here early and go outside and beat the STL heat. The line for the big slide inside the west wall can be long at times. Keep an eye on it and hop in when you can.
IfeoluwaNovember 9, 2015
If you're visiting Saint Louis and only have time for one attraction, the City Museum is the place to visit. It's a wonderful playground for people of all ages!
Byron WilkesSeptember 23, 2014
AHH this place is amazing. The extra $5 is worth it for the rooftop, but the aquarium not so much. See if you find the secret way to the 10-story slide...
Rachel StoneAugust 31, 2015
I grew up in the lofts above there with my best friend. Wouldn't change it for the world. Come one come all its a great place for kids and adults (ages 10 and up I would say to easy to get lost)
Anne RApril 13, 2013
If you don't like to play then this is not the place for you. BUT if you like to play and have fun and be a kid, this is the coolest place on earth. I've never been anywhere more awesome than this.
Nick CampionJuly 3, 2013
Awesome. As long you are a kid or an adult that wants to be a kid for a day, you will love this place. Wear sneakers and shorts that you don't care about. Roof is worth the $5... more slides!
Michael CoddingtonSeptember 8, 2015
Always so much fun...the last day for the World Aquarium which has always been my favorite attraction here. I'm always amazed at the gorgeous art and architecture... Jamming Black Sabbath also helps.
Joshua TalleyAugust 5, 2013
The restaurant is on the 3rd floor. Within 5 minutes of arriving for the first time ever, someone asked me that. Now I know, and you do, too! Also, there is one elevator. Strollers get annoying fast.
The ArtificialNovember 27, 2017
If you have time for only one thing, make sure to see City Museum. Great for both adults and children, City Museum is a giant playground that extends many stories into the air both inside and outside… Read more
Michelle LondonJune 6, 2015
Very, very cool industrial metal sculpture / man made natural sculpture "playground" with huge slides and caves...very fun for adults as well!
JenKuduSeptember 5, 2014
1. Wear comfy pants and sneakers. 2. Embrace your deepest desire to be a member of the Goonies :) I can't believe I had never heard of this place. It's incredible!
Julia GNovember 29, 2013
What life stage? Dating, engaged, dinks, parents, re-set, dating, grandparents? Something for everyone. So check your ego - all the cool kids are playing on hands & knees! P.S. has liquor license.
Mansion HouseAugust 4, 2016
Amazing place for family fun!!! Come with walking/running shoes, plenty of water, and well rested for a day packed with laughs and fun!
Shane CaudillJanuary 7, 2018
His place is like Andy Warhol met up with Willy Wonka and made a great place to play.
AndyFebruary 8, 2015
Really nice place to go with the family, it's worth paying those extra bucks to get to the top, amazing view add quite a nice slide
Arch City HomesOctober 31, 2011
Consider visiting on a Fri or Sat night. They are open until 1 AM, have a bar inside for adult refreshments and live music. And you won't have to dodge a see of small kids everywhere you go.
Sean SmithMay 15, 2017
Less museum, more happy fun time. Like a giant treehouse maze, you will spend tons of time exploring and finding nooks and crannies.
Sark ElkingFebruary 15, 2015
Looking for somewhere different that can be a fun and exciting place to have a wedding ceremony? Check out City Museum for just that. Need a wedding officiant for your ceremony??? Read more
Kaitlin MouseJanuary 31, 2015
Basically it's a fun house for kids and adults. Make sure to check out the 10 story slide!
Jade HDecember 17, 2017
This is not a place for small children or anyone who is not in good physical condition. You will be climbing stairs, crawling in tight spaces, & looking down from heights all day. #GrownupsOnly
Miranda AielloJuly 18, 2016
I love going to the city museum but only when it isn't crowded. This last time I decided not to stay because there was just too many people to have any fun, but it was a Friday day during the summer!
SoulfulRVFamilyJune 22, 2015
Everything is great fun here. Make sure you wear sneakers!! Our kids had a blast!!
Moonrise HotelJuly 20, 2012
Perfect late night spot on the weekends to explore and have a drink with an adventurous date! Have fun being a kid again. For more insider tips, follow Moonrise Hotel on Twitter at: bit.ly/moonriseTW
Bert IrslingerOctober 7, 2017
Everything is good here! What a fun, educational, entertaining place! We love it! A must see in St Louis!
Matthew HurstJanuary 8, 2013
Locals and tourists alike know City Museum is a real gem in downtown St. Louis. To celebrate their 10th anniversary in 2007, the museum transformed into a music venue, hosting ska band Fishbone Read more
Paige TobinOctober 11, 2015
Climb, explore, drink. Best way to spend an evening in St. Louis. We love the cabin bar on the first floor.
Ms. SeymoreAugust 9, 2015
Very unique and cool especially if you're trying to get to know someone...like a play ground and art show...pretty dope.
Tim MeisenheimerJune 10, 2014
The museum is fantastic! DO NOT park in the lot directly across N 16th Street from the museum. Numerous reports of burglary and theft. We had an iPad stolen, other people had their van stolen.
Shakespeare Festival St. LouisAugust 6, 2013
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!
M Kathryn PetersonJune 8, 2011
The 10 story slide and Ferris wheel on the roof are definite reasons to visit the museum. Also, one of the KDHX morning DJs spins records at the Cabin Inn from time to time. Read more
Bellatrix MartinezOctober 30, 2016
The Museum is super interesting. Tubes all around it that you can navigate to. For sure a must visit.
jamplaystlJune 30, 2013
I went for the first time yesterday. Loved it. Make sure you where tennis shoes, jeans and sweats. Kids go crazy there. Lots of fun and eats.
Michael CSeptember 13, 2015
An absolute must stop when in St. Louis with kids. Some that wander are not lost... and City Museum is encourages wandering.
Chris RApril 19, 2013
Great place to visit. Friendly staff. Every corner has a different piece of art. Fun for the kids and a visual masterpiece.
Moonrise HotelJune 18, 2012
Want the fun to continue? Spend the night at the City Museum for extended play time! Look online for the schedule. For more insider tips, follow Moonrise Hotel on Twitter at: bit.ly/moonriseTW
Debbie YeeAugust 14, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Great for both adults and children. Definitely check out the roof and the ten story slide!
Pilgrim 🛣April 11, 2016
This was one of the top 5 most amazing/unique places I've ever seen in my entire life.
Brad BartlettOctober 13, 2013
My wife and I came on a date night in St. Louis, and we had a blast! Definitely going to bring our (future) kids here. Not sure if the extra $$ is worth it for the roof, but it is fun for the slides.

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