The best things to do in Florissant

19 things to do we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Craving a midweek reset with zero planning? St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station nails it with hands-on touch pools, Shark Canyon talks and…

201 S 18th St (St. Louis)

Craving a midweek reset with zero planning? St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station nails it with hands-on touch pools, Shark Canyon talks and feeds, and those irresistibly chaotic otter moments, plus behind-the-scenes tours if you want to geek out on the care and science behind it all.

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Scenic course with 18 holes designed by Gary Player, plus catering and event services.

13001 Gary Player Dr (St. Louis)

Scenic course with 18 holes designed by Gary Player, plus catering and event services.

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32 bowling lanes with league nights & other special events, including competitions for cash prizes.

11801 Tesson Ferry Rd (St. Louis)

32 bowling lanes with league nights & other special events, including competitions for cash prizes.

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Fun center with bowling, sand volleyball, mini-golf & batting cages, plus a deck, 2 bars & a cafe.

11801 Tesson Ferry Rd (St. Louis)

Fun center with bowling, sand volleyball, mini-golf & batting cages, plus a deck, 2 bars & a cafe.

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This 5-screen theater in a historic hotel features digital sound & plush seating, plus beer & wine.

212 Kingshighway Blvd (St. Louis)

This 5-screen theater in a historic hotel features digital sound & plush seating, plus beer & wine.

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Skip the couch this week and hit Aloha Mini Golf & Shave Ice for unlimited rounds among tiki torches and music, then cool off with legit…

13502 Big Bend Rd (St. Louis)

Skip the couch this week and hit Aloha Mini Golf & Shave Ice for unlimited rounds among tiki torches and music, then cool off with legit Hawaiian shave ice in 40+ flavors from Cherry to Wedding Cake. Park-like vibes, kid energy optional, date-night approved.

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 11, 2026

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MX Movies & Bar

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Cinema where patrons can eat & drink from the kitchen & full bar during screenings of current films.

618 Washington Ave 2nd Floor (St. Louis)

Cinema where patrons can eat & drink from the kitchen & full bar during screenings of current films.

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Public golf option featuring 3 9-hole courses & practice facilities, plus a shop & a restaurant.

6141 Lagoon Dr (St. Louis)

Public golf option featuring 3 9-hole courses & practice facilities, plus a shop & a restaurant.

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Sporty recreational center for golf and tennis facilities, along with lessons.

5163 Clayton Ave (St. Louis)

Sporty recreational center for golf and tennis facilities, along with lessons.

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Golf course with a challenging layout and friendly staff, undergoing improvements.

6022 Wells Rd (St. Louis)

Golf course with a challenging layout and friendly staff, undergoing improvements.

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Family-friendly venue featuring a landscaped 18-hole mini-golf course, an aquarium, and a Ferris wheel.

201 S 18th St (St. Louis)

Family-friendly venue featuring a landscaped 18-hole mini-golf course, an aquarium, and a Ferris wheel.

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The rolling terrain of this golf course provides a challenge for all skill levels, and has hosted tournaments.

50 Country Club Ln

The rolling terrain of this golf course provides a challenge for all skill levels, and has hosted tournaments.

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Tech-infused mini-golf experience featuring modern technology, imaginative courses, and an onsite restaurant.

3730 Foundry Way (St. Louis)

Tech-infused mini-golf experience featuring modern technology, imaginative courses, and an onsite restaurant.

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Omnimax Theater

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Science, history & kid-friendly films on a 5-story domed screen in the St. Louis Science Center.

5050 Oakland Ave 2nd floor (St. Louis)

Science, history & kid-friendly films on a 5-story domed screen in the St. Louis Science Center.

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Tucked into rolling, tree-lined terrain since 1931, Ruth Park Golf Course St.Louis serves up a classic Robert Foulis design with Zoysia…

8211 Groby Rd (St. Louis)

Louis serves up a classic Robert Foulis design with Zoysia fairways and bent grass greens. It’s a friendly, genuinely fun nine for every skill level when you want fresh air and zero fuss.

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 15, 2026

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St Louis Escape

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Multi-room venue offering themed escape missions, plus a retro mini golf course.

1517 S 8th St (St. Louis)

Multi-room venue offering themed escape missions, plus a retro mini golf course.

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The Mural Mile

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Mile-long riverfront wall showcasing a striking variety of works by 250+ graffiti artists.

Chouteau Ave & S Leonor K Sullivan Blvd (St. Louis)

Mile-long riverfront wall showcasing a striking variety of works by 250+ graffiti artists.

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Hi-Pointe Theatre

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Grand movie theater dating from 1922, showing new releases & classic films along with beer & wine.

1005 McCausland Ave (St. Louis)

Grand movie theater dating from 1922, showing new releases & classic films along with beer & wine.

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Series of challenging, immersive rooms, including one themed as a bank heist.

1201 Washington Ave (St. Louis)

Series of challenging, immersive rooms, including one themed as a bank heist.

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