Top rated Tourist attractions in Ballwin, United States to elevate your visit (Updated April, 2024)

Missouri Botanical Garden

Botanical garden

A greenhouse dome, a Victorian home, gardens & more spread across 79 acres.

4.90 (15.3K reviews) (~24.34 km from centre)

The Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis

Catholic cathedral

Historic church with a green-tiled dome, bell towers & a grand interior filled with ornate mosaics.

4.90 (3.3K reviews) (~25.2 km from centre)

Climatron

Greenhouse

Geodesic dome greenhouse at the Missouri Botanical Garden housing a recreated tropical rainforest.

4.90 (635 reviews) (~24.4 km from centre)

St. Francis de Sales Oratory

Catholic church

👍👍 I recently visited St. Francis de Sales Oratory and was simply overwhelmed by the beauty of this colossal structure. The stunning architecture and craftsmanship are a true testament to the devotion of the parishioners who built it more than one hundred years ago as well as the rich Catholic traditio...

4.90 (308 reviews) (~27.21 km from centre)

Herbaria

Gift shop

👍👍 Very lovely shop on The Hill featuring quality soaps and essential oils. Because I live 3 hours away I mostly order online BUT I come to STL several time a year and always stop in for replenishment of oils, soaps and goodies. My favorite are their essential oils like Patchouli, Lavender, Basil and O...

4.90 (185 reviews) (~23.23 km from centre)

The Candle Fusion Studio

Candle store

👍👍 You haven't experienced the zenith of customer service until you've crossed paths with Lexis at Candle Fusion in St. Louis. In an age where genuine, personalized service seems to be a thing of the past, Lexis is a beacon of light (or should I say candlelight?) amidst the dull drudgery of mediocre cu...

4.90 (156 reviews) (~26.32 km from centre)

Lafayette Square

Park

👍👍 Beautiful walking area, scenic views, wildlife galore, come see for yourself! You won’t regret your visit, plus there is an abundance of food and beverage opportunities nearby!

4.90 (154 reviews) (~28.13 km from centre)

James S. McDonnell Prologue Room

Museum

Museum exploring the history of aviation through models, paintings, photography & dioramas.

4.90 (141 reviews) (~23.91 km from centre)

Jefferson Barracks Telephone Museum

Museum

👍👍 Hidden gem. It’s tiny, but the docents are great and knowledgeable. They’re former telephone company employees and they love to tell you about everything. Ask for the guided tour if you go.

4.90 (136 reviews) (~24.51 km from centre)

The Pickle Jar

Tourist attraction

4.90 (111 reviews) (~7.83 km from centre)

John F. Kennedy Memorial Forest

Nature preserve

👍👍 Hidden gem in Forest Park. Trails are rarely crowded, and the ecological restoration has produced wonderful results. The wooded areas are full of native wildflowers in spring, and the savanna areas are full of native flowers in summer. Urban oasis of wildlife.

4.90 (35 reviews) (~21.06 km from centre)