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Fun things to do in Missouri with kids. From attractions in the city to hiking all over the state!

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16 Fun and FREE Things to do in St. Louis

ByMegan August 1, 2024October 12, 2024

St. Louis is known as the gateway to the west, the home of westward expansion. While there are so many fun activities in the city, I’m here to show you how you can travel here on a budget. How? There are so many FREE Things to do in St. Louis that you could stay a…

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How to Spend a Perfect Weekend in St. Louis

ByMegan August 1, 2024October 12, 2024

Looking to spend a weekend in St. Louis, MO? This town is packed full of fun places to go and things to do. We spent a while in and around St. Louis over the years and can guarantee you will not lack in entertainment. From the famous Arch to eating in some of the city’s…

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23 Best Outdoor Activities in St. Louis

ByMegan July 31, 2024October 12, 2024

When you think of St. Louis, you probably envision Gateway Arch, eating on The Hill, or hearing some blues music. What many people, including me, don’t realize, is there are so many great outdoor activities in St. Louis to enjoy. Being from Colorado, I am surrounded by outdoor adventures. I didn’t expect that St. Louis…

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20+ Top Things to do in St. Louis with Kids

ByMegan July 31, 2024October 12, 2024

St. Louis is known as the gateway to the west. Located on the western side of the Mississippi River, St. Louis is a midwest town known for its blues music and Blues sports team. We’ve spent multiple trips in St. Louis for weeks at a time, and every time we are amazed at how much…

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Why You’ll Love the Powder Valley Nature Center

ByMegan July 29, 2024July 10, 2024

If you are looking for some easy, short hikes near St. Louis for the family, heading to the Powder Valley Nature Center with kids is perfect! Not only will you get great outdoor hiking, you’ll also get indoor exhibits, live animals, and if you are lucky, some live demonstrations. We paid the Powder Valley Conservation…

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A very shaded wooded trail, no people present. Looking through lots of tall trees, the one nearest has a yellow square tag on it marking the trail
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Hiking in Babler State Park in Wildwood, Missouri

ByMegan July 22, 2024July 9, 2024

One thing I love about state parks in Missouri is that they are FREE to visit. This opens up so many opportunities to enjoying and learning about nature all over the state. We recently spent a few weeks in Missouri and got to go hiking at Babler State Park with the kids in the St….

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Top 10 Things to do in Forest Park St. Louis

ByMegan July 15, 2024October 12, 2024

Forest Park in St. Louis Missouri is a mecca of outdoor adventure among a city of buildings and urban life. This quiet escape is home to the zoo, lakes, museums, and more. It’s a beautiful place to bring kids, as there are many fun things to do in Forest Park in St. Louis. While on…

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12 Awesome Things to do in Jefferson City with Kids

ByMegan July 8, 2024October 12, 2024

Looking for things to do in Jefferson City with kids? You’ve found the right place! We have visited Missouri a few times thanks to having family in the area. This past time we visited, we decided to drive so we could have the chance at making some stops along the way. We enjoyed a few…

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What to See at Ward Meade Historic Site in Topeka, Kansas

ByMegan June 24, 2024June 9, 2024

The Ward Meade Historic Site is so much more enjoyable that just a quick stop to see a historic building. The mansion is cool, of course, but the whole grounds and famous Old Prairie Town is a fun experience for families in Topeka, Kansas. Here is a guide to visiting this fun attraction and what…

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Colorado | Missouri

35+ Cool Stops on a Denver to St. Louis Road Trip

ByMegan May 8, 2023October 12, 2024

Road Trip from Denver to St. Louis (or St. Louis to Denver) If you’re making the drive from Denver to St. Louis, you may be thinking it will be totally boring with nothing to do along the way. We’ve made this drive and let me say, there was so much to do that we didn’t…

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