100 Things to Do in St. Louis During Spring Break

Spring break is upon us! Sticking around St. Louis and looking for ideas to pass the time? We’ve put together 100 ideas that do just that! Enjoy!

Outdoor Activities

• Spend the morning at Faust Park! Enjoy a walk around the historical village, explore the inside of the Butterfly House, take a spin on the St. Louis Carousel, and enjoy a picnic lunch.
• Enjoy an evening at the St. Louis Zoo beginning March 13th as the incredible Animals Aglow exhibit returns!
• Spend the day in Grafton. Enjoy lunch at the Loading Dock and then take the skylift to Aerie’s Resort and try out the Alpine Coaster. 
• Hike Powder Valley and take in the views!
• Soar to new heights at GoApe’s adventure ropes course.

• Kayak in Creve Coeur Park and enjoy lunch on the patio at Creve Coeur Lakehouse Bar + Grill.
• Visit the outdoor Shaw Nature Reserve’s Nature Explore Classroom and sense of wonderland in Gray Summit.
• Enjoy a trail hike at Queeny Park.
• Enjoy a stroll along the cobblestone streets in Old St. Charles and enjoy the local shops. Stop for a coffee at Course Coffee Roasters in Frenchtown!
• Your kids will love a special picnic near the eyeball sculpture at Laumeier Sculpture Park.
• Stroll the gardens at Lafayette Park and admire all the gorgeous new blooms.
• Bring your quarters to Suson Park and feed the goats.
• Climb a tree and explore at the Forest Park Playscape, then grab a bite to eat at the High Pointe Drive In. 
• Have lunch on the patio at Hendels Market Cafe and then putter around downtown Florissant, be sure to enjoy an afternoon sweet at Made. by Lia.
• Take a stroll in the Citygarden and admire the unique sculptures.
• Explore Fort Belle Fontaine – bring a picnic lunch to enjoy overlooking the Missouri River.
• View the arch from the river on a St. Louis Riverfront Cruise.
• Go for a hike at Pere Marquette State Park.
• Go for a bike ride on the Katy Trail and stop for lunch at Bike Stop Cafe.
• Sink a hole-in-one at Aloha Mini Golf and celebrate after with one of their shaved ices!
• Wander through the World Bird Sanctuary, where they have free seasonal shows, nature trails, and a wide variety of birds to meet!
• Spend the day at the St. Louis Zoo! Why not try out the 4D theater this time? 
• Grab your fishing poles and head out to the August A. Busch Conservation Area which has 32 fishing lakes and hiking trails galore!
• Bring your kids (and their wheels and helmets) to Kinetic Park in Dardenne Prairie— the largest outdoor skatepark in Missouri and the new playground is incredible!
• All aboard! The National Museum of Transportation is a must-see for all locomotive lovers!
• Catch a CITY2 soccer game at Energizer Park on March 22!

Indoors

• Explore the new Thomas the Train exhibit at The Magic House.
• Bring your sketchbook to the Art Museum and pick a piece of art to draw.
• Visit the Climatron at Botanical Gardens and enjoy the indoor kids area at Brookings Exploration Center.
• Meet a friend for open play at Your Village.
• Work up a sweat at City Museum and then enjoy lunch at Salt and Smoke.
• Ride the Wheel and try the Ropes Course at Union Station. Be sure to give the new rides a try! Don’t forget a trip to the Aquarium and finish off with a milkshake at the Soda Fountain.
• Build a bear and enjoy arcade time at Build-A-Bear Adventure.
• Grab the perfect photo opp with dizzying optical illusions at the Museum of Illusions.
• Enjoy a $5 showing on Tuesday at Marcus Theatres.
• Make a playdate at the new Urban Fort Play Cafe located at City Foundry!

• Pay a visit to the new Pottery Hollow’s Ellisville location and bring home your own masterpiece.
• Enjoy a Drive-Thru excursion at Lone Elk Park.
• Try your hand at putt putt at Puttshack during their buy one round, get the second half off Monday-Friday.
• Play at the History Museum Clubhouse then walk over to the fully accessible Dennis & Judith Jones Variety Wonderland Playground.
• Book an open studio session at Yucandu and get crafting.
• Head on over to M.A.D.E. by Magic House for a morning of STEAM activities, then grab lunch at Winslow’s Table in University City. 
• Spend the day at the Science Center – check out the newly renovated Discovery Room or take in a Planetarium show.
• Book a sitter and enjoy an evening at Top Golf with your partner or your older kiddos.
• Plan a day of play at Lava Island in Rock Hill!
• Plan an educational trip to the Economy Museum at the St. Louis Fed.
• Spend a morning trying out adventurous slides at Slick City.
• Pay a visit to the Frisco Train Store with your small train lover.
• Make plans to check out the new Little Diggers Location in Des Peres!
• Kids of all ages love Amp Up Action Park in Town + Country. Race Go Karts, climb the ropes course, play laser tag, throw axes, and more!
• Get your wiggles out at the new Go Play! in Lake St. Louis!
• Bring your littles to the Edwardsville Children’s Museum where there is so much to explore and discover!
• Tour the Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate Company factory.
• Scale the rock walls at Upper Limits in both Chesterfield and Maryland Heights!
• Paint your own pottery at Glazed and Confused in Oakville.
• Take game night to the next level at Pieces Board Game Bar + Restaurant.
• Have the ultimate indoor adventure at Urban Air Adventure Park! With locations in Sunset Hills, Cottleville, and Fairview Heights, it’s easy to find an adventure nearby!

Food

• Grab a sweet treat at How Sweet is This then play at the Demun playground to burn off the sugar!
• Get a cone to go from Clementine’s Creamery and walk along Demun. Stop at Demun Park on a nice day.
• Grab lunch at Blue’s City Deli and take a stroll in Soulard. 
• Sit on the patio at Peacemaker in Kirkwood, enjoy a lobster roll and watch the trains go by. 
• Enjoy an early and affordable happy hour at Five Star Burgers in Clayton, and then pop next door at Sweet Boutique or Happy Up for a little spring break gift.
• After a morning in Forest Park , grab a burger at Mac’s Local Eats for lunch on your way home.
• Make a reservation for wee tee at the gorgeous new London Tea Room in the Central West End!
• Have lunch at Crown Candy Kitchen – get the killer BLT and finish off with a killer sundae.
• Head to Session Taco Joint in St. Charles for tacos and arcade games.
• Cherokee street dinner and dessert (churros from Diana’s Bakery).
• Try a tasty and unique treat from the new Twisted Rolls Chimney Cakes in Ballwin.
• Enjoy a concrete at Ted Drewes.
• Satisfy your sweet tooth with a donut from Old Town Donuts in Florissant (the absolute best).
• Head to Carl’s Drive-In in Brentwood for a famous burger and enjoy the vibes of this historic STL spot!
• Dine at Fitz’s craft soda microbrewery! As good as the food is, save room for dessert! Their giant root beer floats are a must!
• 9 Mile Garden has something for everyone with their variety of food trucks and family-friendly atmosphere!
• The Parkmoor Drive-in is the epitome of family-friendly. Save room for one of their yummy Snoballs!
• For those toasted ravioli cravings, visit Farotto’s Pasta and Pizzeria.
• Blueberry Hill in the Loop is a fun place for all! They have video games, pin ball, darts, and a Photo Booth to capture those family moments!
• Try some delicious BBQ at Bogart’s or Pappy’s Smokehouse, you can’t go wrong with either!

Sights to See

• Walk the Arch Grounds and then explore the museum before heading to the top for great city views  
• Take a behind-the-scenes tour of Busch Stadium and enjoy lunch after at Cardinal Nation.
• Explore Cahokia Mounds.
• Visit the World Chess Hall of Fame & Museum in the Central West End.
• Plan a St. Louis Scavenger Hunt for the family! Learn all about our city with a variety of challenges from Let’s Roam!
• Book a behind-the-scenes tour or Clydesdales close-up tour at Grant’s Farm, which opens for the season on March 13th!
• Spend a morning exploring the historical Daniel Boone home.

Shopping | Pampering

• Go shopping for Easter outfits at City Sprouts in Ladue.
• Enjoy a mommy-and-me facial at Fizz Facial Bar
• Explore Betty’s Books in downtown Webster.
• Spend a day of pampering with your little princess at Sweet and Sassy.
• Lego lovers won’t want to miss The Minifig Shop in Kirkwood.
• Check out Happy Up Toys + Games in Clayton and Edwardsville, IL 
• Take your teen for a shopping spree at Cake Wish.

Overnight Adventures | Day Trip Excursions

• Book a room at Holiday Inn near Six Flags and enjoy a staycation with a fabulous indoor pool.
• Spend the morning exploring Sunflower Hill Farm, feed the chickens and stay for lunch. 
• Catch the train at Kirkwood Station and enjoy a quick ride to Washington. Stroll along the downtown streets and have lunch. 
• Visit Mastadon State Park in Imperial with your budding archaeologists and paleontologists!
• Head to Meramec Caverns and take in this natural wonder!
• Visit historic Kimmswick with a classic small town vibe and a variety of shops and restaurants, including The Blue Owl Restaurant and Bakery and the Sugar Shack candy shop.
• Scale boulders at Elephant Rocks State Park and then stop at the Old Village Mercantile in Caledonia for a treat before heading home
• Sip a latte on the porch swing at Long Row Lavender in Wright City