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Fairgrounds Park
Natural Bridge Plank Road and Grand Avenue, St Louis, MO 63107
+1 314 289 5330
site: Fairgrounds Park
#28 of 201 things to do rated by Real Travelers

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Dedicated in 1909, this landmark park's history actually dates back to 1855. Once home to an amphitheater, Fairgrounds Park now holds a nine-acre fishing area, rest areas, a playground, softball, soccer and football fields, a pool and a skating rink. Much has changed since the livestock and poultry showings of its early days. Today, the park is a favorite amongst locals and reserved to many visitors each year. Best of all, the park entrance showcases old bear pits from the 1800s, reminding everyone who enters of the rich history to be learned here.

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Directions

Interstates 64 and 70

Hours

Daily 6a-10p

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