You're hot. We're hot. It's hot. So what should we do? We've gathered some ways to cool down in the St. Louis area, so let's get it cracking. Stay cool, St. Louis.
Take a gander at all the aquatic animals the Aquarium has to offer without ever getting your hair wet in an effort to stay cool. It's a win-win.
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DOYLE MURPHY
Shelter in place at the Penguin House. (1 Government Drive)
If you're at the Zoo and getting overheated, the best place to be is the Penguin House.
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Courtesy Le Meridien
Le Meridien St. Louis Clayton's Au Soleil Thursdays (7730 Bonhomme Avenue, 314-863-0400)
Get access to the third floor terrace pool on Thursdays at the hotel for just $15. From 5:30 to 8 p.m., through September 7 you can enjoy food, cocktails and live music.
Visit the Saint Louis Art Museum (1 Fine Arts Drive)
The Saint Louis Art Museum is free to get into and has air conditioning. That's a win. Another win: You get to see all the beautiful art the area has to offer.
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PHOTO BY KELLY GLUECK
Johnson's Shut-ins State Park (148 Taum Sauk Trail, Middle Brook)
The closest thing we get to a beach, the natural pools and water slides are great for making a splash on a hot summer day. Just be careful and make sure you're a strong swimmer.
Ha Ha Tonka State Park (1491 Missouri D, Camdenton)
Truly gorgeous, you can kayak at Ha Ha Tonka State Park once you make the trek out there. You can also take a swim.
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CHERYL BAEHR
The Boathouse at Forest Park (6101 Government Drive, 314-366-1555)
You can rent canoes, paddle boards, kayaks and paddle boats.
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Monica Obradovic
The Last Hotel's Rooftop Pool (1501 Washington Avenue, 314-390-2500)
Purchase a resort pass and spend a day at the Last Hotel's rooftop pool. The pool is located on the 10th floor, and you can see the City Museum from where you're swimming.
Visit Six Flags (4900 Six Flags Road, 636-938-5300)
Between the frozen lemonade, Hurricane Harbor and the rollercoasters whipping the wind through your hair, there are multiple cures for the heat at Six Flags.
