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In fact, this is the world’s largest collection of mosaic art. Enjoy a free self-guided tour, but don’t forget to make the $2 donation to view the museum.

The scene of the famous Dred Scott trial. Tours are free, as are the 19th century trial reenactments that require visitor participation.

St. Louis is the home of world-famous Anheuser-Busch Brewery. Enjoy a free tour and tasting. Another beloved local ale producer is Schlafly. Attend its free Beer School at the Schlafly Bottleworks on Friday afternoons. Tours and tastings are offered there on weekends, too. Or join a tour on Sundays at the Schlafly Tap Room.

A highly rated local favorite. You already know that summertime ice cream is always an affordable treat.

It is 50% bigger than New York’s Central Park, and home to many of the area’s most important cultural institutions. Don’t miss these incredible sites—and enjoy their always-free admission:

• The Missouri History Museum, where you’ll learn about all things, and people, St. Louis—from the city’s founding in 1764, to Miles Davis, baseball, beer and much more.
• The St. Louis Art Museum, which showcases 5,000 years of art and culture spanning six continents. It’s housed in that unmistakable neo-classical Fine Arts Palace built for the 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exhibition.
• The Saint Louis Zoo is a treat for kids of all ages. Keep your travel budget aligned with the St. Louis hotel deal you scored by going early enough to park on the street for free. Plus, many of the paid attractions are free during the first hour.
• The Science Center includes a museum and a planetarium, and was ranked by MuseumPlanner as one of the top-five best science centers in the U.S.