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About St. Louis Zoo

Welcome to the St. Louis Zoo, a renowned public zoological park located in Forest Park at One Government Drive, St. Louis, MO 63110. The Zoo attracts millions of visitors annually and offers a variety of seating and event spaces, including theater-style venues and outdoor decks. Whether you’re planning a family day, a fundraising event, or a private celebration, we’ve got you covered with practical details about parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining options.

Key spaces include the Anheuser-Busch Theater (346 seats) inside The Living World, as well as flexible event areas like the Event Tent (up to 264 seated or 400 for a cocktail style), and the Stingray Deck ceremony site (capacity for 125). Note that the Zoo is a dynamic place with seasonal events and ongoing exhibits, so be sure to confirm arrangements for your specific date.

We’re here to help with easy, no-fuss planning—secure your seats, check parking, and find convenient nearby hotels and restaurants through our Zoo Hotel Partners network. We’ve got you covered with practical, up-to-date information to make your visit or event smooth and memorable.

Parking is pay-upon-exit: the best available price per car for non-members and the best available price for Zoo members. Use the North or South lots depending on the date, with North/South entrances available on certain dates. For public transit, MetroBus route 90 Hampton serves the area, and the nearby MetroLink Forest Park/DeBaliviere station provides light-rail access. After hours, consider hotel partners such as Drury Inn & Suites Forest Park, Hampton Inn & Suites Forest Park, DoubleTree by Hilton St. Louis Forest Park, AC Hotel St. Louis Clayton, and Courtyard Downtown West for convenient stays and transit links.

Nearby dining and experiences complement your visit. We highlight affiliate partner recommendations for hotels and restaurants to maximize value and convenience. Notable events include ZOOFARI, Shakespeare at the Zoo, and Animals Aglow lantern festival, with Destination Discovery announced for 2026 (open in 2027).

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: One Government Drive, St. Louis, MO 63110
  • Venue type: public zoological park located in Forest Park
  • Capacity note: no single published capacity; attendance around 2.9 million in 2024
  • The Living World includes the Anheuser-Busch Theater with 346 seats
  • Event Tent capacity: up to 264 seated, 400 cocktail
  • Stingray Deck ceremony site capacity: 125
  • Parking: pay-upon-exit; non-members $10 per car; Zoo members $5 parking; North/South lots; North/South Entrances during certain dates
  • Transit: MetroBus route 90 Hampton; nearby MetroLink Forest Park/DeBaliviere station
  • Nearby hotels: several options via Zoo Hotel Partners (e.g., Drury Inn & Suites Forest Park; Hampton Inn & Suites Forest Park; DoubleTree by Hilton St. Louis Forest Park; AC Hotel St. Louis Clayton; Courtyard Downtown West)
  • Notable events: ZOOFARI fundraiser; Shakespeare at the Zoo; Animals Aglow lantern festival; Destination Discovery announced for 2026 open in 2027
  • Renamed/demolished: not demolished; historically known as Saint Louis Zoological Park; current name commonly Saint Louis Zoo