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Starting at the banks of the Mississippi River, where you’ll find Gateway Arch National Park, downtown St. Louis encompasses architectural wonders, world-class attractions, all-day entertainment, public art and more. It’s a thriving hub where people work hard and play harder.
- Get a Bird’s Eye View from the Gateway Arch. Take a tram ride to the top of this gleaming, 630-foot monument. After you squeeze into a futuristic, five-person pod, it takes four minutes to ascend.
- Get Your Head in the Game. Sports fans, rejoice! St. Louis gives us something to cheer about all year long. Dress in red and head to Busch Stadium to see our 11-time World Series champions, the St. Louis Cardinals, swing for the fences, or bundle up and snag a seat at Enterprise Center to watch the St. Louis Blues outskate their opponents.
- Take a Thrill Ride at Six Flags St. Louis. Catapult into the air. Fly like a bat. Soar to new heights. Splash through whitewater rapids. And scream your head off!
- Spend a Night on the Town. Looking for a fun night out? St. Louis’ entertainment districts – think Armory STL, Ballpark Village, City Foundry STL and Westport Plaza – are your ticket to fully immersed fun.
Feb 26, 2020 · THE 10 BEST Things to Do in Downtown, Saint Louis. 1. The Gateway Arch. Designated as the Gateway Arch National Park, a visit to the Arch is necessary if you are anywhere near St Louis. 2. City Museum. The 10-story slide was fun, but if you’re wearing shorts and have tennies on, you’ll keep stopping with friction of y... 3.
- Address: 200 Washington Ave. 1 to 2 hours. TIME TO SPEND. This national park and its famous arch are dedicated to the country's westward expansion.
- Address: 5595 Grand Drive. Free, Parks and Gardens, Sports, Recreation. TYPE. 2 hours to Half Day.
- Address: 4344 Shaw Blvd. Parks and Gardens. TYPE. 1 to 2 hours. TIME TO SPEND. Spread across 79 acres and home to more than 4,800 trees, the Missouri Botanical Garden delights visitors with displays like the Chinese Garden, the English Woodland Garden and the 14-acre Japanese Garden – one of the largest in North America.
- Address: 4431 Lindell Blvd. Free, Churches/Religious Sites. TYPE. 1 to 2 hours. TIME TO SPEND.
- ✦ Ride The 10-Story Spiral Slide at City Museum
- ✦ Get A Famous Ted Drewes Frozen Custard
- ✦ See Small Things at The Miniature Museum of Greater St. Louis
- ✦ Sip A Drink at Venicecafé
- ✦ Immerse Yourself in Nature at The Missouri Botanical Garden
- ✦ Stroll Through Citygarden
- ✦ Ride The Tram to The Top of The Gateway Arch
- ✦ Drink A Fitz’s Root Beer Float
- ✦ Tour Anheuser-Busch Brewery
- ✦ Explore The Moto Museum
I like any place with a bus hanging off the exterior of the rooftop and a big plane in the background (especially when you can climb all over it!). Located in downtown, City Museuminvites you to view and appreciate the relics of the past that have been redesigned and repurposed. The century-old warehouse contains a collection of repurposed architec...
My mouth is watering just writing the title of this thing to do in St. Louis! Is there anything better than a perfect frozen treat? Well, take one bite of Ted Drewes Frozen Custardand you will find yourself at the crossroads. Ted Drewes is a family-owned company in St. Louis whose specialty is…you guessed it…frozen custard. Their original location ...
When I told my husband that a stop on the St. Louis things-to-do itinerary was the Miniature Museum, he rolled his eyes, but then he was the one who didn’t want to leave! Even if you don’t have a thing for gorgeous dollhouses and tiny artwork, head over to Miniature Museum of Greater St. Louis. The double-story complex has permanent exhibits that i...
What’s so special about Venice Cafe? Let me just say it’s really not about the drinks themselves as much as the ambiance. Ok, it’s all about the ambiance. It is unexpected, and it is fabulous. The funky watering hole’s decor is difficult to explain—think hanging Barbie doll heads meshed with ashtray mosaic walls and colorful mannequin parts. I know...
The mission of the Missouri Botanical Garden is “to discover and share knowledge about plants and their environment in order to preserve and enrich life.” It definitely shines through from the Japanese Garden with lotus to the Tower Grove House in the Victorian District to the Bavarian Garden that focuses on sun-loving plants native to Germany and ...
Picture a beautiful garden in the middle of the bustling St. Louis downtown embedded with art, and this isn’t your ordinary art. The two urban blocks that makeup Citygardenare loaded with more than a dozen creative pieces, that include ornamental fountains, water playgrounds and unique sculptures created by a variety of artists. My favorite was the...
The 630-foot Gateway Archis the centerpiece of downtown St. Louis— backing up to the Mississippi River and overlooking the Old Courthouse. After you’re done ogling the world’s largest man-made monument from afar, be transported by tram to the top for a panoramic view that stretches for up to 30-miles. The ride up in the little 5-person pod (that lo...
Fitz’s Rootbeeris a local tradition dating back to the late 40s when it first appeared at a St. Louis drive-in restaurant. Root beer was the perfect beverage to serve with a hamburger and side of fries—sounds good to me! Unfortunately, when the original eatery closed down in the 70s, the famous bubbly was discontinued, until the original recipe was...
Do you want to see where and how the King of Beers is made? That’s Budweiser for all you non-beer buffs. Anheuser-Busch Brewery is a historic beer-making complex that is more than just a brewhouse; it introduces you to the heritage and traditions behind the brand. They have plenty of tours to choose from, but their free one takes you on an unforget...
A heaven for bikers, Moto Museumfeatures a phenomenal collection of motorbikes spanning a century. The bikes are rare, vintage and obtained from private owners in more than 20 countries. Initially, this was a stop on the “Things to Do in St. Louis” itinerary specifically for my husband who loves motorbikes, but it was fun for me, too! From a 1925 S...
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May 9, 2024 · Today, the vibrant downtown district is jam-packed with goodies to satisfy the appetites of history buffs, music enthusiasts, sports lovers, and family-fun fans alike. Take in spectacular views atop the iconic Gateway Arch. Dig into the city’s rich past at the Museum of Westward Expansion.
