St. Louis Zoo

Saint Louis Zoo stone entrance sign welcoming visitors along the walkway near Clayton Plaza Hotel
Saint Louis Zoo penguin exhibit with penguins swimming and standing near water area near Clayton Plaza Hotel
Saint Louis Zoo elephant exhibit with adult and baby elephant walking near colorful sign near Clayton Plaza Hotel
Saint Louis Zoo sea lion underwater tunnel exhibit with sea lions swimming near Clayton Plaza Hotel
Saint Louis Zoo polar bear standing outdoors with a green ball toy enrichment near Clayton Plaza Hotel

Admission is free at this large zoo, which opened over a century ago and features over 18,000 animals.

 

Spring Hours 2026

Last entry is 15 minutes before listed closing time.

February 28 through May 21, 2026
9 a.m.–5 p.m. daily (Zoo closes at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20)

See special evening hours for ticketed Animals Aglow (March 13-May 17)

1 Government Drive 63110 St. Louis United States