- Our list of the best things to do in Ballwin, Missouri, features the top 214 nearby activities — including 80 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Ballwin, MO has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Amusement, Entertainment & Shows, and Sports & Fitness.
- The results below include the top 18 things to do within the city of Ballwin, MO , followed by 196 popular activities in nearby cities, including St. Louis, St. Charles, Florissant, Chesterfield, St. Peters, Maryland Heights, Fenton, Eureka, Augusta, Arnold, O'fallon, Wentzville, Granite City, Defiance, Hazelwood, Belleville, Boonville, Kirkwood, Jefferson City, Wildwood and Maplewood
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                2751 River Heritage Parkway, Alton, IL 62002
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            Dedicated to Mississippi River education, National Great Rivers Museum offers a variety of exhibits that highlight the habitats, cycles, and science behind the river. The museum hosts a public lock tour where visitors can discover how the locks operate.        
    
    
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                University Park Dr, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Edwardsville, IL 62026
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            SIUE Cougar Lanes welcomes both students and non-students, and it can be booked for birthday parties. This family-friendly bowling alley will provide hours of fun, and it also features a gaming room and pool tables.        
    
    
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            The Gardens
                
                University Drive & Cougar Lake Road, Edwardsville, IL 62025
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            With 35 acres to explore, The Gardens is an arboretum containing regional and international flora and vegetation. The gardens have woodland and grassland areas to walk through, as well as ponds.        
    
    
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            It features the plants of the season, and they are well-grown and frequently watered. It's a rejuvenating location with an evergreen backdrop. The gardens are well-suited for taking a stroll or simply lying down.        
    
    
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            The Unkle Munkey's Coin Club is essentially a retro arcade with many classic videogames. Specializing in pinball machines, the arcade also offers a full restaurant and bar service for lunch and dinner.        
    
    
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            Eckert's Belleville Farm has been the Eckert's family business for 7 generations. Besides selling fresh vegetables and fruits, the Eckerts also own a country restaurant, host birthday parties and other special events, and organize picnics.        
    
    
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                6314 Center Grove Road, Edwardsville, IL 62025
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            Playgrounds for both young children and pre-teens can be found at Edwardsville Township Community Park. It also features a skating rink and areas that are ideal for picnics or hosting outdoor parties.        
    
    
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            The YMCA of Edwardsville is a charitable organization that serves the youths of the community of Edwardsville. The facility hosts a number of special events including St. Patrick's Day Skate'.        
    
    
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                6633 Center Grove Road, Edwardsville, IL 62025
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            A 12-screen movie theater, AMC Showplace Edwardsville 12 displays first-run feature films. The theater offers RealD 3D movies, an IMAX auditorium, a bar with adult beverages, stadium seating, theater rentals and a concession area with food and drinks.        
    
    
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            Founded in 1991, the Watershed Nature Center is dedicated to providing environmental education, passive recreation, and enjoyment of native habitats. The nature center maintains a one mile scenic walking trail and hosts several educational programs.