Vibrant pavilions make Tower Grove Park one of the most iconic parks in St. Louis.

Parks

Did you know that Forest Park in St. Louis is twice the size of Central Park in New York City? Home to old-growth forests, restored forests and woodlands, wetlands, tallgrass prairies and savannas – not to mention, the fascinating wildlife that inhabits those environments – Forest Park also boasts vibrant cultural institutions and exciting sports facilities.

While Forest Park acts as the green lung of the Gateway City, it’s only the beginning. St. Louis is packed with verdant public parks that provide open space and fresh air for all.

Go for a walk, take a bike ride or jump in a kayak. Have a picnic, kick a ball or photograph the flowers. With this list, you can enjoy our parks any way you want.

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Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum

Visit this historic cemetery and arboretum full of renowned architecture and culture by car, foot or bike using a map or on a guided tour.

Calvary Cemetery

Gravesites of Tennessee Williams, Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman and Dred Scott. Many architecturally significant private mausoleums and monuments, including that of the Nez Perce. These...

Citygarden

Vibrant and serene blending of lush plantings and internationally renowned sculptures with delights of water, stone, architecture and design. Open and accessible year-round. Located within...

Edward "Ted" and Pat Jones Confluence Point State Park

Located at the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers, this 1,118-acre park on the river bottomland offers a path to the confluence and the...

Creve Coeur Park

Non-gasoline boats permitted on 320-acre lake. Wildlife areas located along south and west shores. Frisbee golf course, picnic shelters, archery fields and much more. FREE.

Faust County Park

"The park was created in 1968 through the generosity of Leicester & Mary Plant Faust who donated the property, nearly 200 acres in the heart...

Forest Park

One of the largest urban parks in the United States. At 1,371 acres, it is approximately 500 acres larger than Central Park in New York...

Fort Belle Fontaine

Site of Fort Belle Fontaine, first U.S. military installation west of the Mississippi River and a stopover point for expeditions heading west. On their return...

The Gateway Arch

Standing 630 feet tall, the Gateway Arch, our nation's tallest man-made monument, anchors Gateway Arch National Park and stands as the iconic monument symbolizing the...

George Winter Park

A 125-acre park along the Meramec River with boat-launching facilities, fishing, trails, picnic sites and shelters. FREE

Greensfelder Recreation Complex

Indoor ice-skating rink, tennis courts, modern playground, hiking and horse trails, four fishing lakes, indoor roller hockey arena, dog museum and hayrides (Apr.-May and Sep.-Nov.)

Jefferson Barracks Historic Park

Devoted to military history and re-creation. Robert E. Lee and Ulysses S. Grant served here. Stop by the new Missouri Civil War Museum. FREE