💬 What Parents Say

• 💡Plan for at least 3 hours to fully explore River's Edge and the surrounding zoo areas. The trail spans 3/4 of a mile across multiple river system habitats, and there are plenty of benches and picnic areas throughout where you can rest and observe animals moving naturally.
• 🕐Visit during the Animal AGlow lantern celebration for Chinese New Year for a unique experience with vibrant decorations including a massive dragon display that winds through the park, making it highly photogenic and adding special atmosphere to your visit.
• 💡Admission to the St. Louis Zoo and River's Edge is completely free, making it one of the best values among major U.S. zoos. This is an exceptional money-saver for families planning zoo visits.
• 💡Catch the zookeeper feeding demonstrations, particularly for giraffes, which offer great close-up viewing opportunities and educational value. This is one of the most memorable interactive experiences highlighted by visitors.
• 💡The trail has bathroom stops at approximately the halfway point, which is helpful to know when planning your route through the 3/4 mile trail with young children or those needing frequent breaks.

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