SENIOR DAY TRIPS

Vacations to faraway destinations can make lasting memories that families cherish forever. Though day trips might not require the planning of more traditional vacations, these brief getaways can still be a great way to spend a day, especially for seniors. Day trips typically are based around visits to historic attractions, shopping districts, restaurants, or museums. Since they don’t require much in the way of advanced

Botanical Gardens

Botanical gardens are beautiful and relaxing places to spend a day. The Botanic Gardens Conservation International reports that there are between 296 to 1,014 botanical gardens and arboretums in the United States, while there are roughly 70 botanic gardens across Canada. People can tour topiaries, exotic plants, butterfly retreats, acres of rolling landscape, and even bonsai collections.

Butterfly House

Located at 15050 Faust Park, Chesterfield, MO offers a senior rate of only $5 per person for those 65 plus. Hours of operation are from 10 am to 4 pm Tuesday – Sunday. Sophia M Sachs Butterfly House is home to over 60 tropical butterfly species and houses over 150 tropical plants.

planning, and tend to be easy on the wallet, day trips are ideal for those looking for short getaways. When considering day trips, seniors should look for locales that are no more than two to three hours away. Such proximity ensures travelers will have plenty of time to see the sights and still get home at a reasonable hour. Need day trip inspiration? Here are some ideas to get started.

Missouri Botanical Gardens

Located at 4344 Shaw Blvd., St. Louis offers Senior Discount tickets for those 65 plus for only $14. Each. The gardens are open daily from 9 am to 5 pm on Tuesday – Sunday. Explore on your own or take a guided walking tour.

Shaw Nature Reserve

Offers a senior discount of only $3 per person for admission. The nature reserve is located within an hour of Edwardsville on I-44 in Gray Summit, MO. The nature reserve is open daily from 8 am to 5 pm. The reserve is best seen hiking however, there are trails which accommodate a wheelchair if needed. There is a 3-mile road open to cars daily which leads to the Meramec River and wetlands.

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