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."
Visit the outdoor sculpture garden at Laumeier Sculpture Park. This 105-acre open-air museum houses 70 sculptures and contains a 1.4-mile walking trail. Laumeier invites visitors to enjoy events such as live music, art fairs, outdoor movies and summer camps.
Find some old-school entertainment outdoors and indoors at Swing-A-Round Fun Town. Explore the attractions and race go-karts, make a splash with bumper boats, or go a couple rounds of miniature golf. Craving some technological entertainment? Gamers can hit the arcade.
Enjoy free multicultural entertainment at the Festival of Nations at Tower Grove Park. Four stage areas feature traditional music, dancing, storytelling, and puppetry from different countries. Test your own dancing skills at the Village Green with free, informal lessons.