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The world's largest pencil, a Ferris wheel on the roof and an indoor tree house are just a few of the sights at this wondrous museum for kids and adults alike.

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No visit to St. Louis is complete without a stop at the Gateway Arch, the iconic symbol of St. Louis and the tallest monument in the United States. The arch was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1987.

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The Fox Theatre continues more than 80 years of entertaining St. Louis audiences. The one-time movie palace now presents Broadway shows and concerts.

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The original Budweiser brewery offers tours of beer production from start to finish, along with free samples and a stop off with the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales.

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This St. Louis cathedral houses the world's largest collection of mosaic art, with soaring domes and wondrous images made from colored glass.

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This metropolitan museum features hundreds of hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, OMNIMAX theater and tons of entertainment for the entire family.

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Focusing on the history of Missouri - from frontier to modern metropolis - this museum's exhibits feature artifacts from famous residents and events throughout the state.

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With 5,000 animals from 800 species, the St. Louis Zoo has an endless supply of wonders for animal lovers of all ages. And, amazingly, for the most part, it's all free!

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This world-class collection of art, housed in the only remaining building from the 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition, is free to the public year-round.

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Ulysses S. Grant's historic home now includes more than 1,000 animals, rides, shows and entertainment guaranteed to make the whole family smile.

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This St. Louis children's museum uses hands-on exhibits and experiments to entertain and educate visitors of all ages.

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If it sometimes feels like the thrill has drained out of your life, Six Flags St. Louis may be a great place for a recharge. With a plentiful assortment of heart-pounding rides and show-stopping live performances, the 132-ac ...

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At Home With President Abraham Lincoln: A History Lesson in Springfield.

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Whitehaven offers everything you'd find at a typical highway rest stop — a place to park your car, stretch your legs and take advantage of restrooms and refreshments. But the historic Western Kentucky landmark just off Inte ...

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Learn more about the youthful influences that made Abraham Lincoln one of this country's greatest presidents through a visit to the recreated Indiana farmstead where the future 16th president lived from 1816 to 1830. While li ...

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The once-luxurious French Lick Resort returns to its 19th century grandeur with the introduction of 21st century gambling and a return to 19th century elegance.

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The nation's longest footbridge is located in Springfield, Mo. The 562-foot Jefferson Avenue Footbridge crosses 13 sets of train tracks and provides a lovely view — both for those peering down from its height and for those pe ...

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Want to feed a cracker to a giraffe? Get face to face with a goat? Let nature nurture you for a few hours or for the whole day at Dickerson Park Zoo in Springfield. The 72-acre (55 acres developed) zoo is home to 450 anima ...

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What exactly is the 1.7 million-square-foot Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World in Springfield — a colossal retail store packed with just about any sporting-goods merchandise you can think of? Or Missouri's largest tourist attracti ...

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Whether it be for fall leaf-peeping or a long drive for breakfast, Starved Rock Lodge offers a peaceful reprieve.

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Wilson's Creek National Battlefield commemorates the second battle of the Civil War, fought on Aug. 10, 1861. Visitors will find the area little changed in the 140 years since then.

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Squire Boone and his brother Daniel Boone were famous for their explorations and discoveries — including that of a system of caves and passages in southern Indiana, about 40 miles from Louisville Today you can be the explor ...

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This year is a very special one for the home of "the greatest spectacle in racing." The Indianapolis Motor Speedway, home of the Indianapolis 500, celebrates its centennial, including the 93rd running of the Indy 500.

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To those that visit this often overlooked part of the Hoosier State’s past, the Indiana Medical History Museum leaves visitors with a distinctly indelible impression.

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Get your kicks and more at Route 66 Raceway where speed, world-class motorsports and funny cars rule the road.

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Located just 25 minutes from downtown Louisville, Horseshoe Casino Hotel Southern Indiana, the closest casino to Louisville, brings a little slice of Las Vegas to the area.

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With attractions such as the world’s only underwater dolphin viewing dome, one of the country’s largest shark touch pools, giraffe feeding and a growing herd of African elephants, it's no surprise that the Indianapolis Zoo d ...

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