💎 St. Louis Locals’ Secret "Urban Oasis"

🎉 Big News! Forest Park in St. Louis was just voted Top 3 Best City Parks in the U.S. by USA Today readers! 🌳 Bigger than NYC’s Central Park by 500 acres, this massive green paradise is packed with free attractions—you could spend days exploring and still not see it all! 🔥 Must-Visit Spots in Forest Park 🔥 1️⃣ The Boathouse 🚣‍♀️ Lakeside dining + paddleboat rentals (spring to fall)—so chill! 2️⃣ Jewel Box 💎 A stunning 1936 Art Deco glasshouse filled with year-round blooms—Instagram gold! 3️⃣ Missouri History Museum 📜 Dive into STL’s past (1764–1904 World’s Fair) + free walking tours! Kid-friendly exhibits too. 4️⃣ The Muny 🎭 Free Broadway-style shows under the stars (summer only)! 5️⃣ Nature Playscape 🌿 17 acres of wild play zones—tree tunnels, log walks, water pumps—fun for all ages! 6️⃣ St. Louis Art Museum 🖼️ FREE world-class art + epic views from Art Hill. (Sunday = family craft time!) 7️⃣ Science Center 🔬 Hands-on dino robots, planetarium shows, OMNIMAX films—mind-blowing! 8️⃣ St. Louis Zoo 🐯 Top-ranked & FREE! Polar bears, monkeys, penguins—endless cuteness! 9️⃣ Steinberg Skating Rink ⛸️ Winter magic! Midwest’s largest outdoor rink + hot cocoa vibes. 🔟 World’s Fair Pavilion 🌷 1904 Expo relic—perfect picnic spot with panoramic views! 💡 Hidden Gems: • May: Shakespeare plays • September: Hot Air Balloon Race (huge event!) • Year-round: Golf/tennis/cricket 📍 Whether you’re relaxing, exploring, or dating—Forest Park is a MUST! Tag your travel buddy and go! 💨 #StLouisLife #USATravel #WashU #Missouri #ForestPark #UrbanOasis #FreeAttractions #HiddenGems #TravelWithKids #CityEscape