Wild adventures without leaving Missouri 🐾
From hands-on animal encounters to must-visit zoos, this list rounds up the best kid-friendly spots across Missouri for little animal lovers. Whether you're planning a day trip or looking for weekend fun, t...
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Such a fun place for kids, the extras do cost, but it’s still a fun place to look around at the animals. Obviously the Clydesdales are the best part, second only to the train ride that brings you into the farm.
Grant's Farm
If you think the outside looks cool, you’re in for a shock! The inside is even cooler! Such a fun experience, love the stingrays, fun rooms, and lots of creatures to see!
Aquarium at the Boardwalk
Now this is THE aquarium to see in Missouri! It’s absolutely incredible and kept not only the kids, but the adults intrigued the entire visit! So much to see, definitely plan a few hours here to play and explore!
Wonders Of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium
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Still on the bucket list, but can’t wait to see it!
SEA LIFE Kansas City
Had no idea this was one of the only free zoos left in the country! Such a great zoo especially for being free and it is HUGE! Takes a whole day to see everything!
Saint Louis Zoo
This place has EVERYTHING, can’t wait to see it!
Wild Animal Adventures
I’m partial to this place 🫶 absolutely love it here! So much to see and the staff are incredibly knowledgeable and friendly 💗 It is such a fun place to visit around Christmas time also because they have lights and decorations!
Big Joel's Safari Petting Zoo & Educational Park
Will be going on our next Branson trip! Have seen so many good things about this place!
Branson's Promised Land Zoo
This one is a bit pricey, so we haven’t been, but need to go! Such a fun looking place!
Branson's Wild World
Such a serene and beautiful place! Butterflies are a favorite of mine 🦋
