Once Ulysses S. Grant's personal farm, Grant's Farm now belongs to the Busch family and houses 100 different species of animals, among many other attractions. Ride a tram to see these animals in their natural habitat, and meet a few in the petting areas.
Missouri has over 6,000 caves, but the Meramec Caverns are the largest commercial caverns in the state. According to legend, Jesse James used these caves as a hideout during the 1870s. Located only an hour away from the Gateway Arch, these caves are considered St. Louis's "Buried Treasure."
One of the most beautiful places in St. Louis, the Missouri Botanical Garden is also one of the oldest and is a National Historic Landmark. Take in the sights of the modern and traditional gardens and explore all 32 sections of the Missouri Botanical Garden.