What Is the Reptile Room?

šŸ¦Ž The Reptile Room STL ā€” St. Louisā€™ Premier Interactive Reptile Zoo & Specialty Shop

The Reptile Room STL is St. Louisā€™ first and only fully interactive reptile zoo, combining hands-on wildlife education with a high-quality reptile specialty shop. Located in Manchester/Ballwin, MO, we offer one of the regionā€™s most unique experiences for families, reptile lovers, and anyone looking for fun and educational things to do in St. Louis.

Whether youā€™re visiting for an unforgettable hands-on reptile encounter, shopping for top-tier reptile husbandry supplies, or exploring our Wildlife Discovery Zone, The Reptile Room STL is designed to inspire curiosity, learning, and responsible reptile care.

What We Offer

šŸ Interactive Reptile Zoo & Wildlife Discovery Zone

Our Wildlife Discovery Zone allows visitors to safely hold, touch, and interact with over 50 reptiles, amphibians, and exotic animals. Guided by our experienced Animal Educators, guests of all ages learn about animal behavior, habitats, conservation, and responsible care ā€” all in a fun, unforgettable environment.

šŸ›’ Full-Service Reptile Retail Shop

We specialize in high-quality reptile husbandry supplies, including:

  • Enclosures, lighting & heating

  • Supplements & nutrition

  • Substrates & bioactive supplies

  • Feeders & enrichment

  • Accessories and habitat dĆ©cor

Everything we carry is chosen to support proper care, health, and enrichment for reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates.

šŸŽ“ Education, Conservation & Community

At The Reptile Room STL, education is at the heart of everything we do. We aim to increase knowledge, reduce fear, and promote respect for reptiles through:

  • Hands-on experiences

  • School and group visits

  • Birthday parties

  • Public events

  • Guided interactions with knowledgeable staff

Weā€™re committed to helping families and keepers understand what responsible reptile care looks like ā€” and why these animals matter.

Why St. Louis Loves The Reptile Room STL

  • St. Louisā€™ first interactive reptile zoo

  • Perfect for kids, families, and animal lovers

  • Unique hands-on encounters not offered anywhere else in the region

  • A trusted source for expert reptile care and husbandry supplies

  • Featured on KSDK, FOX 2, and other St. Louis media outlets

  • Clean, safe, educational, and exciting for all ages

Whether youā€™re a seasoned reptile keeper, a curious kid, or someone searching for a memorable St. Louis activity, The Reptile Room STL is the perfect place to explore the incredible world of reptiles.