There are many exciting animal encounters possible at Grant's Farm, the 281-acre ancestral home of the Busch family, located just south of the city of St. Louis. The Farm is home to more than 1,000 animals representing more than 100 different species from six continents. More than 24 million guests have visited this popular family attraction during its five decade history.

The 630 foot Arch, the nation's tallest man-made monument, offers a wide array of experiences: Journey to the Top tram ride; Monument to the Dream documentary on the Arch's construction; giant-screen Odyssey Theater showing The Great American West and Alaska; Spirit of the Wild.

The Missouri Botanical Garden is 79 acres of trees, formal gardens and conservatories. The Garden contains the Climatron Rainforest Conservatory, the Japenese garden, the Kemper Center for Home Gardening, Chinese garden, the new Children's Garden, a maze, sculptures, special exhibits and events. It is a must see any time of the year.

As a major sports town, St. Louis can boast about the St. Louis Cardinal baseball team, 2006 World Series Champions, The St. Louis Rams, and The St. Louis Blues.

The Magic House will engage all children in hands-on learning experiences that encourage creativity and the development of problem-solving skills within a place of beauty, wonder, joy and magic.

Six Flags offers more than 100 rides, shows, games, attractions, entertainment and concerts.