World Bird Sanctuary
World Bird Sanctuary
4.5
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Anna B
1 contribution
Jan 2022 • Friends
We did both the Wow Amazing Animal Encounter and the Guided Tour. We had such an amazing time and learned so much! The guides were so knowledgeable and friendly! The cost of the tour was only a few dollars more than standard admission and really made it much more enjoyable. The guides were able to tell us about and demonstrate certain mannerisms in the animals. I hope to go back again when it’s warmer!
Written January 25, 2022
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Nicholas S
1 contribution
Mar 2023
We got to hold Buzz the Tawny owl. She was great! We very much enjoyed the fun facts her handler shared with us, including how successful WBS has been in breeding owls. After we held Buzz we were treated to an outdoor flight demonstration with two other owls.
Written March 14, 2023
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Mary M
St. Louis, MO38 contributions
May 2023 • Family
World Bird Sanctuary is a short drive west of downtown St. Louis. This Sanctuary houses raptors who have physical challenges that prohibit their release, raptors in rehab who will be released, raptors raised to be breeders to keep critically endangered species viable, and raptors who are educational ambassadors. The staff clearly loves the birds in their care and the sanctuary is an amazingly peaceful place to visit. There are walking trails as well as owls, eagles, a condor, emus, pelicans, and more to view. If you are a wild bird watcher, bring binoculars, because the 300 acre wooded area surrounding the Sanctuary is a bird watcher’s heaven. I attended a free show that was incredibly entertaining and run by a skilled staff. There is a nominal entrance fee ($12 per car). The gift shop was closed when I visited.
Written May 16, 2023
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Emma H
1 contribution
Jul 2022
We did the bird show and raptor experience this Saturday. Such a fun time! I would recommend arriving a little early and heading into the gift shop to grab a drink and ask for directions. All of the staff were wonderful, especially CJ who did the raptor experience with us. We will definitely be back to continue to support the world bird sanctuary. Booking the 10 AM experience was a great idea to beat the heat as well.
Written July 18, 2022
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Nancy N
Mobile, AL1 contribution
May 2023 • Friends
We enjoyed reading about all the birds and their history's. The show was good but wish we were able to see the whole thing, since it was a shortened version due to not enough workers. We some with a trainer for several minutes afterwards. Small area for RV or bus parking. Bathrooms, picnic tables and a gift shop there.
Written May 22, 2023
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Chet V
Atlanta, GA60 contributions
Jul 2022
If you love birds, this is a nice experience. We saw the WoW show and did the Handle a Raptor experience. The show could have included a few more birds, but as with any show with animals, you work with what you've got. The Handle a Raptor was great. We got up close and personal with an owl. Make sure you do the long walk with the larger birds.
Written July 11, 2022
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Lisa K
1 contribution
Feb 2023 • Couples
I had a great time. The entry fee and prices at the gift shop are very reasonable. I paid extra for the “handle an exotic rapture” experience. That is a little pricey but understandable when you consider the cost that goes into caring for all the birds. I found it to be well worth it for the experience. The staff there are amazing! I can’t wait to go back! If you love birds, you need to go!
Written February 15, 2023
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Megan S
1 contribution
Mar 2023
We had not been to the World Bird Sanctuary in decades and it was such a great experience! First we did the Raptor Experience which was super educational and I highly recommend for anyone who is an owl, bird, or just an animal lover. It was so cool to see all of the birds housed at the Sanctuary and I really enjoyed how most of the enclosures displayed the story of the bird(s) and how WBS came into their lives. Looking forward to coming back in a few months and walking the trails when everything is blooming.
Written March 8, 2023
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kp2008
4 contributions
Feb 2021
We had a wonderful visit last month. There are so many beautiful birds at the sanctuary. We were amazed by the one-winged Peregrine falcon who had no issue hopping about perch to perch to get food. We did the Emu experience and spent 30 minutes learning all about the 2 resident emu's, hand-feeding them, and petting them. Really cool!
Written March 18, 2021
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Stacy S
1 contribution
Oct 2022
My autistic son is fascinated with birds, and has always wanted to have one land on his hand. So, for his birthday, he was gifted with the experience to hold the wild raptor.
The bird handler was phenomenal with my son, and answered our many questions. She was wonderful.
I highly recommend this experience for anyone who wants to see raptors up close. We will definitely go again!
The bird handler was phenomenal with my son, and answered our many questions. She was wonderful.
I highly recommend this experience for anyone who wants to see raptors up close. We will definitely go again!
Written October 24, 2022
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Melinda J
St. Louis
I would like to bring a 95 year old who is on a walker to your open house tomorrow. Is your Sanctuary accessible?
World Bird Sanctuary (Valley Park) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about World Bird Sanctuary
- World Bird Sanctuary is open:
- Sun - Sat 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Hotels near World Bird Sanctuary:
- (2.00 mi) Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis Southwest
- (1.95 mi) Hampton Inn St. Louis Southwest
- (7.01 mi) Comfort Suites, St.Louis
- (3.68 mi) Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis Fenton
- (8.05 mi) Hyatt Place St. Louis/Chesterfield
- Restaurants near World Bird Sanctuary:
- (2.01 mi) Sugarfire 44
- (9.31 mi) Roberto's Trattoria & Chophouse
- (2.29 mi) Lazy River Grill
- (3.83 mi) Dalie's Smokehouse
- (9.37 mi) Annie Gunn's
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