St. Louis
United States of America · Missouri · 140 m
Description
St. Louis is a historic city in the U.S. state of Missouri, situated along the Mississippi River and widely known as the “Gateway to the West”. The city is defined by the imposing 192-meter-high stainless-steel Gateway Arch, which symbolizes its historic role in the westward expansion of the United States. St. Louis is known for its diverse architecture, rich blues and jazz heritage, renowned museums, expansive parks, and local specialties such as toasted ravioli. The city blends American history and cultural heritage with a vibrant food scene, urban life, and a strong sense of community, making it one of the Midwest’s notable cultural centers.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: April – May or September – October
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- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Gateway Arch National Park
- Forest Park
- City Museum
- Saint Louis Zoo
- Anheuser-Busch Brewery & Clydesdales
- Missouri Botanical Garden
- Saint Louis Art Museum
- Old Courthouse
- Busch Stadium
- Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis
- The Hill
- Missouri History Museum
- Saint Louis Science Center
- The Muny
- St. Louis Union Station
- St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station
- The St. Louis Wheel
- Soulard Historic District
- Soulard Farmers Market
- Lafayette Square
- Central West End
- Delmar Loop
- Blueberry Hill
- National Blues Museum
- Museum at the Gateway Arch
- Gateway Arch Tram Ride to the Top
- Kiener Plaza
- Gateway Mall
- Mississippi Riverfront
- Mississippi River Cruise
- Eads Bridge
- Ballpark Village
- Citygarden Sculpture Park
- Soldiers Memorial Military Museum
- Campbell House Museum
- Scott Joplin House State Historic Site
- Pulitzer Arts Foundation
- Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis
- Grand Center Arts District
- Fox Theatre
- Powell Hall
- Tower Grove Park
- Tower Grove South
- South Grand
- Cherokee Street
- Benton Park
- Chatillon-DeMenil Mansion
- Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site(Day trip)
- Monks Mound(Day trip)
- Lewis and Clark State Historic Site(Day trip)
- Laumeier Sculpture Park
- Grant's Farm
- Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site
- Lone Elk Park(Day trip)
- World Bird Sanctuary(Day trip)
- Castlewood State Park(Day trip)
- Route 66 State Park(Day trip)
- Meramec Caverns(Day trip)
- Historic Route 66(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- STL
- Train stations:
- Saint Louis Gateway Station, Stadium, Union Station