Best Museums in Belleville

"As one of the top five science centers in the USA, the museum has everything you would expect, including a planetarium, an OmniMax theater, a VR ride/exhibit, and some of the country’s most popular traveling exhibitions (Pompeii: The Exhibition opens 5/17.) Several buildings, spread over 300,000 square feet, house more than 750 exhibits, making this one of the largest science centers in the country."

"Ninety-six thousand square feet of wonder and discovery await at the Saint Louis Science Center. Free general admission provides access to the museum's main exhibits, which allow visitors to learn about the human body, electricity, our food supply, and much more, while paid areas, such as the OMNIMAX theater, immerse guests in the learning experience."

"Officially, the Science Center was opened on November 2, 1991, as a non-profit organization, but its origin can be traced back to 1856 when the Academy of Science of St. Louis was founded."

"Again, more free things in the Forest Park area of St. Louis!. The St. Louis Art Museum is more than just your typical art museum. They have the stereotypical art exhibits that include various painting and statues, but they have additional exhibits to meet everyone’s tastes."

"It will be hard to get through all of the Saint Louis Art Museum in one day, so don’t rush it!. There is one exhibit in the contemporary wing that is paid, the rest is completely free. Don’t miss the sculpture park!"

"There’s a wide range of exhibits housed inside of a World’s Fair building. The museum sits on Art Hill, overlooking the park."

"The Missouri History Museum was founded in 1866 and is operated and maintained by the Missouri Historical Society. The museum has been located inside the Jefferson Memorial Building in Forest Park since 1913. Access to the main galleries is free to everyone, and the museum’s exhibitions are wheelchair accessible."

"Visit this museum for a look at the history of the metro-St. Louis region and its place in Missouri’s development. Offering free admission, ongoing exhibits include the 1904 World’s Fair, World War I, and iconic photographs."

"Like a testament to the cycle of life, the Bellefontaine Cemetery is a lusciously green field of grass and shrubbery above the final resting grounds for many. Both somber and serene, both beautiful and macabre, the cemetery is bursting with beauty and stories begging to be seen and heard. In 1849, a group of the most prominent and powerful citizens of Saint Louis decided it was time to create a...Read more"

"Located in Webster Groves, Serendipity dishes out homemade ice cream that’s really, really good. This is a nice sized ice cream parlor, so you should be able to find a seat when you drop by. Serendipity has quite the reputation for excellent ice cream and wholesales to local restaurants."

"Delicious ice cream, I had the special “red white and blue” and it was absolutely wonderful!. So glad we found this little piece of awesome in St. Louis!"

"St. Louis Spa is a full-service salon and medical spa that provides an exceptional experience to their visitors. From make-up to massage, almost anything you need in a salon or spa, they are ready to provide it for you. Furthermore, they have an online store where you can shop their high-quality products and goods perfect for a relaxing time in your own space."

"Next up is Tower Grove South's Morgan Ford Massage & Spa, situated at 3187 Morgan Ford Road. With four stars out of 82 reviews on Yelp, the day spa, massage and hair removal spot has proved to be a local favorite."

"They offer spa non-invasive services and skincare to anyone who comes to their place. Their services are for everyone, whether you want to visit them to unwind or only a quick visit for reliable service. Furthermore, they are always committed to quality, whether it is a product they offer or a service they provide."

"This downtown building first opened as part of the city’s convention center and municipal auditorium in 1934. The lovely interior of its main theatre seats 3,500 people for concerts, comedy and touring musicals and its decorative lobbies are used for special events throughout the year. The classical exterior of Missouri and Tennessee marble is guarded by two 10-ton limestone bears."

"The Peabody Opera House, formerly the Kiel Opera House, recently underwent a $79 million renovation and reopened in October 2011. The Opera House today hosts a wide variety of performances — opera, popular and country music, comedy, theater and concerts. With the renovation, the building has come into compliance with the ADA and is now wheelchair accessible."