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SIUE Spring Break On A Budget

There is absolutely nothing wrong with staying in town for Spring Break.

Sydney Daniel

Feb 07, 2017

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

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Is everyone heading to South Padre or Daytona for Spring Break and leaving you behind? Can't go because you're on a budget? That's okay! You aren't alone! If you're in the Southern Illinois area, here's what you CAN do!

The City Museum in St.Louis

At only $12 a person to get in, it won't break the bank! They are even open till midnight, so you can work it around work. Plus, going later in the day means smaller crowds and fewer little ones. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes and play clothes!

http://www.citymuseum.org

The Science Center in St. Louis

FREE! It's a free, fun, and educational! They have short open hours, but it's gonna be a great way to spend the middle of your day!

http://www.slsc.org

The St. Louis Zoo

FREE! FREE! What gets better than seeing all of your favorite animals for FREE! Spend the day getting your steps at the zoo!

https://www.stlzoo.org

Anheuser-Busch Brewery Tours

Another freebie! Especially if you're over 21 go down the street to St. Louis and check out the brewery! There was even a Super Bowl commercial about the company coming to St.Louis!

http://www.budweisertours.com

The St.Louis Art Museum

With activities and live music, the art museum may not be as boring as you may think! The museum is open 'til 9 p.m. on Fridays and features some of the world's top sculptures and paintings. And it's free!

http://www.slam.org

City Garden

What could be more fun than wading pools, fountains, and sculptures you can play in?! The City Garden in St.Louis is open from sunrise to 10 p.m.! Occasionally they host free events and concerts!

http://www.citygardenstl.org

Grant's Farm

Only thing you pay is to park! With hundreds of animals and even the famous Budweiser Clydesdales, the $12 fee is surely worth it! Open on weekends in the Spring!

http://www.grantsfarm.com

The World Bird Sanctuary

You probably haven't heard of this one, but it's open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Valley Park! You can get up close with bald eagles and other birds for free! Both admission and parking are free!

http://www.worldbirdsanctuary.org

Gateway Fun Park

Located in Collinsville, Gateway Fun Park has bumper boats, cars, batting cages, go-karts, and much more! Super close and won't blow a hole in your pocket!

http://gatewayfun.com

Alton Hauntings Tour

Take a drive just down the road to check out the hauntings of Alton, IL. It's one of the most haunted towns in America!

https://altonhauntings.com

And that's just the beginning! Don't sit at home all spring break, when these places are right down the road! Google holds AT LEAST 105 free and cheap things to do just within Edwardsville's campus!

There is absolutely nothing wrong with staying in town for Spring Break.

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SIUE Spring Break On A Budget

There is absolutely nothing wrong with staying in town for Spring Break.

The City Museum in St.Louis

The Science Center in St. Louis

The St. Louis Zoo

Anheuser-Busch Brewery Tours

The St.Louis Art Museum

City Garden

Grant's Farm

The World Bird Sanctuary

Gateway Fun Park

Alton Hauntings Tour

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Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

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