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City Museum (St. Louis, Missouri)

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City Museum in St. Louis is a one-of-a-kind attraction housed in a former shoe factory, created from repurposed industrial and architectural salvage. It features a sprawling network of caves, tunnels, and slides that wind through the building, as well as a rooftop with a Ferris wheel, a school bus hanging over the edge, and a giant praying mantis. The museum is a playground for all ages, encouraging exploration and creativity. It also includes an aquarium and a circus area, making it a truly unique and memorable experience.

Don't miss

  • Crawl through the Enchanted Caves, a maze of tunnels and slides.
  • Ride the rooftop Ferris wheel for views of the city skyline.
  • Explore the MonstroCity outdoor playground with climbing structures and a school bus.

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Ways to visit City Museum (St. Louis, Missouri)

You can visit City Museum (St. Louis, Missouri) on your own. A guide mainly adds context, what you are looking at and why it matters, and a tour can add transport or combine nearby sights into one day.

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