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Home to 12,500 animals representing 450 species, the Saint Louis Zoo is twice voted the “Best Free Attraction” in the nation.
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Enjoying an adventure every time you visit. Knowing a discovery will be made around each corner. You’re at the Saint Louis Zoo, a get-away destination that brings together more than 16,000* wild animals and 3,000,000 visitors each year. Voted America's top free attraction, the Zoo is located on 90 acres in beautiful Forest Park, and home to more than 600 species of animals, many of them rare and endangered. It is one of the few free zoos in the nation. Since its inception in 1910, the Zoo has been renowned for its beautiful naturalistic exhibits and for its diverse collection of animals from the major continents and biomes of the world. It is widely recognized for its animal management, wildlife conservation and research.

11/01/2026

Join us for our FREE Día de los Meurtos celebration today at the Zoo as we honor beloved animals and pets. 💜

From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today, Sunday, Nov. 1, guests can enjoy complimentary food and refreshments (while supplies last), live mariachi music and traditional Mexican dance performances, workshop sessions (spots are first come, first served) and more in the lower level of The Living World building at the Zoo’s north entrance!

The Beloved Animals Ofrenda can be viewed 9 a.m.–4 p.m. today, Sunday, Nov. 1, and 9–11 a.m. tomorrow, Monday, Nov. 2. Learn more about the Beloved Animals Ofrenda and today's celebration at stlzoo.org/animalsofrenda.

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from the Saint Louis Zoo! 🎃

Our dive team, who are certified underwater pumpkin carving specialists, carved some spooky Halloween enrichment for our resident hippos and puffins!

10/31/2026

The cutest jack-o-lantern we ever saw. 🎃 Happy Halloween from Habor seal Nuna!

10/30/2026

Celebrate Día de los Mu***os at the Zoo! 💜

The Zoo’s Beloved Animals Ofrenda returns this weekend to honor Zoo animals throughout history and beloved pets from St. Louis. Join us 10 a.m.–2 p.m. this Sunday, Nov. 1, for a FREE Día de los Mu***os celebration, including 🥖 traditional Mexican foods (while supplies last), 🎶 live mariachi music, 💃 traditional dance performances and more!

Thank you to everyone who submitted photos for our Ofrenda display! We received an incredible number of submissions.

Guests can visit the Ofrenda during select times now through Monday, Nov. 2, including TONIGHT, Oct. 30, during Boo at the Zoo presented by SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital. See viewing times and learn more at stlzoo.org/animalsofrenda.

10/30/2026

Bon Voy-Raja! 👋 After 33 wonderful years in St. Louis, we’re happy to share that Raja safely arrived yesterday at his new home, Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden.

While it's hard to say goodbye to such a beloved member of our herd, we’re excited for Raja’s new chapter. He moves to Cincinnati on a breeding recommendation from the AZA Asian Elephant Species Survival Plan. The move creates exciting new opportunities for Raja to contribute to the future of his endangered species. Thank you, Raja, for 33 unforgettable years! St. Louis will never forget you. 💛

10/29/2026

The WildCare Park banteng herd rocks orange and black all year long. Happy Halloween from Saint Louis Zoo WildCare Park! 🎃👻

10/29/2026

Have you heard? Capybaras are BACK at the Zoo! 🥳 Meet Nala, a 6-year-old female who recently made her public debut in the newly renovated habitat in River’s Edge.

Nala arrived this summer from Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and is making herself at home in her new space. Nala's re-vamped habitat is uniquely designed for capybara enrichment, including two swimming pools and lots of space to explore! A second capybara from another Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) accredited zoo will join Nala at River's Edge later this fall, based on a recommendation from the AZA Capybara Species Survival Plan (SSP).

We can’t wait for you to meet our new resident. Come by this weekend and welcome Nala to St. Louis!

10/27/2026

It's your last chance for spooky good fun at Boo at the Zoo presented by SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital! 🎃 This family-friendly Halloween event runs 5–8:30 p.m. through Friday, Oct. 30.

Grab your tickets before they're gone at stlzoo.org/boo.

10/27/2026

Roar Report 🦁 African lion Bantu is now exploring Big Cat Country!

This 12-year-old male is settling in at his own pace, and there are no set times when he may be visible. Over the next few weeks, keepers will gradually introduce him to Araali, the Zoo's 6-year-old female lion. Until they’re comfortable sharing space, you may see either one in the habitat. Stop by for a chance to meet this king of the jungle!

Address

1 Government Drive
St. Louis, MO
63110

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 4pm
Saturday	9am - 4pm
Sunday	9am - 4pm

Telephone

+13147810900

Website

https://stlzoo.org/

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